What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Utilities Technician - Wastewater position at City of Hurst.?
Water Utilities Technician
Job Title | Pay Structure |
Water Utilities Entry Technician | $20.18 |
Water Utilities Technician I | $20.70 |
Water Utilities Technician II | $22.25 |
Water Utilities Technician III | $23.81 |
Job Summary
Inspects, maintains and repairs all facets of the Wastewater Collection system such as sanitary sewer lines, lateral lines and manholes. Treating lines with a “jet truck” and televising/inspecting pipe with a camera. Must be available for overtime and standby as needed.
Essential Job Functions
Entry Technician | Technician I |
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Technician II | Technician III |
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Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to read and follow safety rules, City rules, codes, and instruction on proper use of safety equipment.
- Ability to learn to repair water and wastewater infrastructure such as water and sewer mains, fire hydrants, water meters, and service lines.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions to complete an assigned job.
- Ability to work and communicate with the public and co-workers.
- Ability to work in a team environment, contribute as a team member and treat co-workers and customers with respect.
- Physical ability and coordination to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Ability to learn to safely operate city vehicles such as service trucks, flatbed trucks, and other automatic transmission vehicles.
- Ability to perform strenuous physical labor, including standing, bending, stooping, lifting, reaching, twisting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time in adverse conditions, including extreme heat, cold, moisture, dust, and fumes, at various heights, and in confined spaces.
- Ability to work any day of the week (weekends and weekdays) and long hours.
- Ability to learn and complete essential functions of the position and successfully complete probationary period.
Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements
Job Title | Requirements |
Water Utilities Entry Technician | High school diploma or equivalent. Upon successful completion of initial probationary period, the Water Utilities Entry Technician will be reclassified to a Water Utilities Technician I. Failure to successfully complete the initial probationary period will result in termination of employment.
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Water Utilities Technician I | High school diploma or equivalent. Must have a minimum of six months of recent experience in manual labor activities. |
Water Utilities Technician II | Must have one of the following:
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Water Utilities Technician III | Must have a valid Texas Class A CDL license with a Tanker Endorsement upon hire or promotion. Must have an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy. Must have a Class II Collections license issued by the TCEQ is required. |
Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.
Must have regular and punctual attendance, flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergency situations during non-scheduled work hours.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and essential job function screening.
DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.
Salary : $20 - $24
