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Looking for a challenging and rewarding career in wastewater management? A Lift Station Operator may be the perfect fit for you! As a Lift Station Operator, you will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of Lift Stations throughout the community. This includes monitoring equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and responding to emergency situations. Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in the environment and public health.
Full Benefits Package Including:
- Paid holiday, vacation & sick leave to support your work/life balance
- Insurance options
- Free employee clinic for medical coverage participants
- TMRS retirement with 14% City contribution
- Mental health and financial education benefits
- And much more!
The Wastewater Operators - Lift Station for the City of Baytown protects public health and welfare by performing mechanical maintenance, electrical maintenance and equipment repairs at our Lift Stations. To keep our Operators' knowledge and skills sharp and up to date, we offer Certification Pay in addition to your hourly rate, from $60 to $120 a month, depending on the level of your TCEQ certification.
Duties
Wastewater Operator I - Lift Station
- Conducts detailed routine inspections of wastewater Lift Stations: checks all wastewater pumps, monitoring equipment, records readings on gauges and meters, and maintains electrical controls and equipment.
- Completes electrical troubleshooting within panels, wet well cleanings, pump and motor maintenance.
- Preventative maintenance on all Lift Station equipment including oil changes, priming, checking motors, greasing pumps, and monitoring generators to ensure full functionality.
- Performs building, and lawn maintenance including rebuilding of pumps, painting, mowing and trimming lawns.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Wastewater Operator II/III - Lift Station
- Determines status of wastewater pump stations by checking all wastewater pumps, observing gauges and meters as well as electrical controls and equipment. Takes readings on numerous meters and gauges and records on daily log sheets. Performs stand by duties.
- Performs equipment, building, and lawn maintenance including rebuilding of pumps, painting of pumps, and building, mowing and trimming lawns. Also includes priming and greasing pumps and motors.
- Performs various tasks at treatment plants to assist in maintenance or repairs of plant equipment. Performs personnel related duties including training and coaching.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Wastewater Operator I - Lift Station
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
- Class "II" Wastewater Collection Certification from the TCEQ within 18 months of hire date.
- One year of related experience.
- Class “C” Wastewater Treatment Certification by the TCEQ
- One year of direct experience performing Lift Station repairs.
Wastewater Operator II - Lift Station
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
- Class "II" Collection Certification by the TCEQ.
- Two years of related experience.
- Class “C” Wastewater Treatment Certification by the TCEQ
Wastewater Operator III - Lift Station
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus specialized technical courses.
- Four years experience in a paraprofessional related role.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
- Class "III" Wastewater Collection Certification by the TCEQ.
- Class "B" Wastewater Collection Certification by the TCEQ.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Wastewater Operator I - Lift Station: Understanding in the operation of Lift Stations and all pertinent mechanical equipment. Knowledge of mathematics, safety procedures, blueprints, and electricity. Familiarity with EPA and TCEQ regulations, and wastewater collection process. Must be computer literate in Word, Excel, Outlook, Power point, and asset management applications. Ability to maintain professional relationships with co-workers and the public. Capability to operate machinery and equipment used in wastewater treatment applications. Understanding of electricity in the range of 24V to 480V. Fabrication, ability to operate auto-dialer units. Desired knowledge of confined space training, experience operating motorized construction equipment such as crane trucks. Ability to work at moderate heights, wet, and dry wells of Lift Stations.
Wastewater Operator II - Lift Station: Ability to operate machinery and equipment used in wastewater treatment. Knowledge of work safety with voltage ranging from 24V to 480V. Knowledge to program auto-dialer units. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.
Wastewater Operator III - Lift Station: Ability to operate machinery and equipment used in wastewater treatment. Ability to work safely with voltages from 24V to 480V. Fabrication, ability to operate auto-dialer units. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.
Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.
Overall Position Strength Demands
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
