Wastewater Operator
Wastewater Operator
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Position Description
Precinct Ones Mission
Precinct One is committed to becoming a national model for delivering responsive public service that utilizes inclusive innovative and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life advance equality of opportunity and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County.What you will do at Precinct One
Precinct One Environmental Management is responsible for operation and preventive maintenance of 3 Public Water Supply facilities 23 lift stations and associated infrastructure as well as oversight of storm water permits and managing various environmental permits. The Wastewater Operator will work as a team with the Environmental Manager and team to manage in house and contract resources to efficiently assess plan maintain and repair water assets. The Wastewater Operator will also assist with continued updates and improvements to Precinct Ones utility GIS and workflow.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Perform site inspections to evaluate equipment conditions and monitor SCADA systems for abnormal operations requiring preventive maintenance or corrective action.
- Document inspection findings and maintenance activities using field data collection applications.
- Troubleshoot issues diagnose problems and recommend effective repairs and solutions.
- Oversee manage and inspect repair and replacement projects to ensure proper installation in compliance with specifications.
- Perform advanced water chemistry field tests and operationalize the results for compliance with TCEQ disinfection and Nitrification Action Plan.
- Monitor the use and availability of water treatment chemicals and equipment for general operations
- Maintain all permits records and reports required by various regulatory agencies as well as those necessary for efficient operations.
- Permitted facilities include grease and grit interceptors oil/water separators backflow protection devices public water supply wells and public water supply distribution systems
- Other duties as assigned
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please callor email .
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements
What you will bring to Precinct One
Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Experience:
- Four 4 years of experience in operation and maintenance water and/or wastewater and related infrastructure.
- Proficiency in GISbased field data collection
- Familiar with standard maintenance procedures preventative maintenance schedules and proper safety techniques
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications
Licensure:
- Valid drivers license (State of Texas)
- TCEQ water and/or wastewater operators license required within six 6 months of employment
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:- Knowledge of proper methods materials tools and equipment used in utility maintenance and construction
- Ability to troubleshoot and perform maintenance on pumps motors and filters.
- Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures in chlorine electricity water distribution and water and wastewater disinfection practices
- Foundational knowledge of equipment materials methods and procedures used in maintenance construction and repair of facilities
- Ability to read and comprehend plans specifications and operation manuals
- Ability to communicate with constituents regulatory agencies and coworkers regarding general and technical issues both verbal and written
- Ability to learn and adopt new technologies that improve efficiency.
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:
- Associates degree or technical certification in related field (preferred)
Experience:
- Experience with SCADA for wastewater operations (preferred)
General Information
Position Type:
- Fulltime Regular
- As an essential employee you will also provide assistance during emergency events (i.e. flooding ice storm etc..
- This job operates in an outdoor environment
- Exposure to various and extreme weather conditions temperature variations loud noises and possible dangerous chemicals may be encountered such as chlorine in the water distribution system and waste water hazards
- Heavy lifting and carrying of up to 50lbs. is required.
- Bending stooping carrying crawling may all have to be conducted at times
What you get in return
You will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best to work each day. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of fulltime continued employment. Vacation sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.About Precinct One
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners along with an elected county judge serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court the administrative head of the countys government.With approximately 1.1 million residents Harris County Precinct One is a diverse urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct Ones multiracial multiethnic population is roughly 39 percent African American 37 percent Latino 18 percent Anglo 5 percent Asian and 1 percent other.
Precinct One which includes 991 miles of road stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precincts territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex Toyota Center Minute Maid Park and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263acre NRG Park Complex the renowned Texas Medical Center Rice University Texas Southern University the University of Houstons main and downtown campuses and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One is home to more than 20 county parks 11 community centers numerous hikeandbike trails three maintenance service centers and several area offices all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.
Featured Benefits:
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of fulltime continuous employment. Vacation sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program will enable employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
How to apply
If this job sounds interesting you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One we invite you to apply at
Employment Type
Full-Time
