What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOUSTON WATER OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN II -DWO position at City of Houston?
Position Overview
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Section: Drinking Water/Regulatory Compliance & Utility Development
Reporting Locations:3100 Genoa Red Bluff
Workdays & Hours: Mon - Sun, 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. (Various Shifts)*
The Houston Public Works Department is seeking candidates who can perform the following duties:
The position requires lifting of heavy items of up to 60 pounds and/or walking on rough surfaces routinely and/or regular physical exertion such as climbing of ladders.
This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED certificate.
Experience Requirements
Two years of plant operations experience are required.
License Requirements
Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
Requires a valid Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Class "C" Water Operator's certificate Level II requires a valid TCEQ Class “B” Water Operator’s certificate. Certificates must be appropriate to position location, such as surface water, groundwater, distribution, or wastewater treatment.
PREFERENCES
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, The Department May Administer a Skills Assessment Test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE 16
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6032.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6032 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Section: Drinking Water/Regulatory Compliance & Utility Development
Reporting Locations:3100 Genoa Red Bluff
Workdays & Hours: Mon - Sun, 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. (Various Shifts)*
- Subject to change
The Houston Public Works Department is seeking candidates who can perform the following duties:
- Operates, maintains, and monitors water or wastewater treatment facilities, systems, equipment and sludge processing equipment to comply with state and federal permits.
- Conducts field runs to facilities to calculate and record daily usage.
- Compares readings on equipment and processes with established operational ranges to evaluate system performance.
- Initiate’s system changes within established guidelines to effect process control.
- Performs preventive maintenance inspections, such as checking equipment, taking samples, adjusting operating parameters and visually inspecting treatment processes.
- Maintains operations records and logs.
- Coordinates the delivery of support materials, information and personnel from other departments or agencies.
- Assists in providing tours.
- Communicates and coordinates work with other technicians and support personnel by radio, telephone and telemetry equipment.
- Provides managers/supervisors with status reports and relays information to other affected departments/agencies.
- May perform duties of Houston Operations Technician I.
- Additional responsibilities performed by Level II (has valid TCEQ Class B license) Oversees the operation of multiple water or wastewater treatment facilities.
- Monitors and maintains equipment and the conveyance system, and reports malfunctions to expedite repairs.
- Clears blockages in lines, cleans clarifiers and pumps, and monitors mechanical and chemical processes in more than one location.
- Inspects and tests working conditions on all equipment.
- Compares readings on equipment and processes with established operational ranges to evaluate system performance.
- Initiate’s system changes within established guidelines to effect process control.
- Provides on-the-job training to Houston Water Operations Technicians I.
- Frequently performs simple chemical analysis to ensure proper chemical balances.
- Conducts aeration, re-aeration, raw and digester samplings.
- May be assigned to a control center or plant control room as a "lead person" for monitoring of multiple systems.
The position requires lifting of heavy items of up to 60 pounds and/or walking on rough surfaces routinely and/or regular physical exertion such as climbing of ladders.
This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED certificate.
Experience Requirements
Two years of plant operations experience are required.
License Requirements
Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
Requires a valid Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Class "C" Water Operator's certificate Level II requires a valid TCEQ Class “B” Water Operator’s certificate. Certificates must be appropriate to position location, such as surface water, groundwater, distribution, or wastewater treatment.
PREFERENCES
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, The Department May Administer a Skills Assessment Test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes
This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE 16
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6032.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6032 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
