Water Plant Apprentice/Water Plant Operator I/Water Plant Operator II
Position Overview
Under basic supervision, performs a combination of basic and semi-skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the Water Treatment Plants (WTP) and related facilities for the Water Utility Services Department.
About the Role
Employees within this class are distinguished from the Water Plant Apprentice by the performance of the full range of duties assigned, including the ability to operate the plant without supervision and train Apprentice employees.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the operation and maintenance of WTP facilities and equipment;
- Performs work in accordance with all quality standards, safety regulations and procedures;
- Duties will vary according to job assignment and skill level.
Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications: H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent;
- Valid Texas Driver’s License;
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality issued Class D License within 180 Days;
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality issued Class C Surface Water License within 1 1-2 years;
- H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 1 year of treatment plant operations, mechanical and electrical repair, maintenance, and installation experience for Water Plant Apprentice;
- H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 3 years of treatment plant operations, mechanical and electrical repair, maintenance, and installation experience for Water Plant Operator I and II;
- Valid Texas Driver’s License for Water Plant Apprentice, Operator I, and Operator II;
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality issued Class B Surface Water License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for Water Plant Operator II.
Qualifications
Employees within this class are distinguished from the Water Plant Apprentice by the performance of the full range of duties assigned, including the ability to operate the plant without supervision and train Apprentice employees.
Skills
Employees within this class are distinguished from the Water Plant Apprentice by the performance of the full range of duties assigned, including the ability to operate the plant without supervision and train Apprentice employees.
Benefits
N/A
Pay
- Starting Salary: $19.4000 per hour for Water Plant Apprentice;
- Starting Salary: $28.2500 per hour for Water Plant Operator I;
- Starting Salary: $30.9700 per hour for Water Plant Operator II.
Schedule
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