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Location : City of Irving, TX
Job Type: Technical
Job Number: 2400039
Department: Water Utilities
Opening Date: 02/05/2024
Closing Date: 2/21/2024 5:00 PM Central
Job Posting
Depending upon assignment, duties may include inspecting and monitoring storm sewer systems; responding to hazmat incidents and monitoring cleanup; collecting field samples (such as bacteriological, storm water, stream, restaurant and industrial) for laboratory testing; selecting and preparing chemical additives for sample preservation; collecting and recording flow data; cleaning and repairing analytical and testing equipment; and maintaining related files; or, if assigned to the Lead and Copper Program, identifying composition of public and private customer service lines; inputting service line data to complete water service inventory; creating work orders associated with all service line assessments; collecting and transporting water samples from residences, schools and daycare facilities; and completing follow-up assessments on vendor service line IDs and galvanized pipe. A high school diploma or GED, plus some college or specialized training in a related field, and two years of relevant experience are required. Must have, or be able to obtain, an appropriate driver's license; have or obtain within first six months of employment, Class D Water and Class I Wastewater licenses; and have or obtain within 15 months, Class C Water Distribution and Wastewater II licenses. Schedule includes required participation in 24-hour, on-call rotation. Night and weekend hours are sometimes required. A résumé must be submitted with application.
PAY GRADE GG15 / FULL PAY RANGE $22.41 - $31.60 PER HOUR
Culture
As a leader in water quality management, Irving Water Utilities strives to implement water quality protection standards and practices for its facilities and projects, and to maintain and implement state and federal water quality standards to a growing population of over 200,000. Water Utilities implements innovative and effective actions designed to provide excellent water quality and achieve high environmental leadership goals. Irving's role as a water quality leader is to ensure the highest level of environmental protection for the Irving community. Our staff participates in activities and events and serves on committees to facilitate the protection, improvement and good stewardship of watersheds in North Central Texas.
The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.
Supplemental Information
THOSE WHOSE DATE OF HIRE (START DATE) IS FEBRUARY 19, 2023 THROUGH MARCH 31,2024, ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HIRING INCENTIVE!
For full-time employees, the City of Irving offers competitive health benefits and also participates in TMRS. More information can be found online at
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24/7 Scheduling (Duties require being able to work various shifts covering a 24-hour period including day, evening and nighttime hours as well as holidays and weekends.) - Are you available and willing to work as needed, including day, evening and nighttime hours as well as holidays and weekends, as the position requires?
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Water License - Do you currently possess a Water or Wastewater license? Please check all that apply.
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Community Engagement - In what ways do you engage with your local community, and how do you think those experiences could benefit the City of Irving's workplace culture?
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Location : City of Irving, TX
Job Type: Technical
Job Number: 2400039
Department: Water Utilities
Opening Date: 02/05/2024
Closing Date: 2/21/2024 5:00 PM Central
Job Posting
Depending upon assignment, duties may include inspecting and monitoring storm sewer systems; responding to hazmat incidents and monitoring cleanup; collecting field samples (such as bacteriological, storm water, stream, restaurant and industrial) for laboratory testing; selecting and preparing chemical additives for sample preservation; collecting and recording flow data; cleaning and repairing analytical and testing equipment; and maintaining related files; or, if assigned to the Lead and Copper Program, identifying composition of public and private customer service lines; inputting service line data to complete water service inventory; creating work orders associated with all service line assessments; collecting and transporting water samples from residences, schools and daycare facilities; and completing follow-up assessments on vendor service line IDs and galvanized pipe. A high school diploma or GED, plus some college or specialized training in a related field, and two years of relevant experience are required. Must have, or be able to obtain, an appropriate driver's license; have or obtain within first six months of employment, Class D Water and Class I Wastewater licenses; and have or obtain within 15 months, Class C Water Distribution and Wastewater II licenses. Schedule includes required participation in 24-hour, on-call rotation. Night and weekend hours are sometimes required. A résumé must be submitted with application.
PAY GRADE GG15 / FULL PAY RANGE $22.41 - $31.60 PER HOUR
Culture
As a leader in water quality management, Irving Water Utilities strives to implement water quality protection standards and practices for its facilities and projects, and to maintain and implement state and federal water quality standards to a growing population of over 200,000. Water Utilities implements innovative and effective actions designed to provide excellent water quality and achieve high environmental leadership goals. Irving's role as a water quality leader is to ensure the highest level of environmental protection for the Irving community. Our staff participates in activities and events and serves on committees to facilitate the protection, improvement and good stewardship of watersheds in North Central Texas.
The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.
Supplemental Information
THOSE WHOSE DATE OF HIRE (START DATE) IS FEBRUARY 19, 2023 THROUGH MARCH 31,2024, ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A HIRING INCENTIVE!
- Individuals hired into this position will receive $1000 after their first 30 days of employment provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.
- Employees that successfully complete their 6-month orientation period will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000 provided there are no documented attendance or disciplinary issues.
- Employees that successfully complete one year of employment without
documented attendance or disciplinary issues will receive an additional one-time payment of $1000. - The maximum amount of hiring incentive that an individual employee may receive is $3,000.
For full-time employees, the City of Irving offers competitive health benefits and also participates in TMRS. More information can be found online at
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24/7 Scheduling (Duties require being able to work various shifts covering a 24-hour period including day, evening and nighttime hours as well as holidays and weekends.) - Are you available and willing to work as needed, including day, evening and nighttime hours as well as holidays and weekends, as the position requires?
- Yes
- No
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Water License - Do you currently possess a Water or Wastewater license? Please check all that apply.
- Class C Water Distribution License
- Class D Water Distribution License
- Class I Wastewater License
- Class II Wastewater Collection License
- None
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Community Engagement - In what ways do you engage with your local community, and how do you think those experiences could benefit the City of Irving's workplace culture?
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