Water Operator

City of Katy • Katy, TX

392d

About The Position

By joining our team as a City Water Operator, you will become an integral part of our mission to provide clean and reliable water services to the residents of our city. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to the well-being of our community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; AND two (2) years of water utility training and experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of City codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of water distribution and production systems.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in providing quality customer service.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations.

Nice To Haves

• Valid State Driver's License required; Class B Commercial Driver's License may be required.
• Groundwater Treatment Plant Operator Class C license.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and maintains assigned wells; verifies wells are operating correctly; checks chlorination levels.
• Repairs water main breaks and service lines; flushes, repairs, and replaces fire hydrants; rebuilds and repairs water meters.
• Performs service calls to check for water leaks throughout the water system; provides aid to customers.
• Turns water services on or off at City connections when starting and closing accounts.
• Collects monthly required bacteriological samples; delivers samples to assigned laboratory for testing.
• Operates water treatment plant; calculates the chlorine demand of raw ground water for proper disinfection; monitors and maintains chlorination system.
• Gathers water usage readings for monthly billing; disconnects customers' water for non-payment of utility bills.
• Inspects and cleans groundwater storage tanks; prepares tanks for State inspections.
• Repairs and pours concrete driveways and sidewalks.
• This position is considered Critical Personnel during a natural or manmade disaster and/or a catastrophic event. This position may be required to provide services or perform duties for the benefit of the public and the continuity of City operations.
• Performs other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees