Austin Water Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate – Water Treatment Plants

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Key Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements Summary

Purpose: Under close supervision, this position performs routine tasks to provide operational and general maintenance support at a water or wastewater treatment plant, wastewater collection,

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About This Position

ABOUT AUSTIN WATER:
For more than 100 years, Austin Water has provided safe, reliable, high-quality and affordable water services to our customers. Today, we serve more than 1 million people across 544 square miles in the Austin metropolitan area.

Austin Water has three water treatment plants: Handcox, Davis, and Ullrich. These facilities draw water from the Colorado River, filter and treat it according to federal and state standards to provide safe drinking water for the community.

Walnut Creek and South Austin Regional are Austin Water's two wastewater treatment plants. These sites can receive up to 150 million gallons per day of sewage to treat before it is returned to the Colorado River. Austin Water's biosolids facility, Hornsby Bend, receives sludge generated by the treatment processes at the wastewater plants and uses it to create compost for land application and public sales.

More than a billion gallons of this high-quality effluent are reclaimed each year for outdoor irrigation, industrial cooling, manufacturing, and other uses.

Austin Water consistently ranks among the best in the country when it comes to water quality. We also treat, return, and recycle wastewater in ways that protect environmental resources. Austin Water exceeds federal and state requirements for clean water and environmental compliance at our water and wastewater treatment plants.

Under close supervision, this position performs routine tasks to provide operational and general maintenance support at a water or wastewater treatment plant, wastewater collection, water distribution systems facility, stormwater pump station, or remote stormwater facility, and work in teams to assist with more complex tasks. Performs in both operations and maintenance disciplines to develop competency in both disciplines.

Responsibilities

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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

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Assists with process control tasks such as basic flow control, sampling, basic laboratory testing, normal operations of pumps and blowers, and adjusting chemical feeds.
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Assists with preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication; changing equipment oil/fluids; and installing packing, bearings, and seals.
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Assists with predictive and corrective maintenance on specialized equipment such as pumps, blowers, clarifiers, and valves.
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Assists with routine rounds of the facilities to monitor treatment process and identify process anomalies or mechanical problems with plant equipment.
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Monitors data from SCADA systems and computerized control systems, instrument panels, and gauges in order to make basic process changes as directed.
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Maintains plant operations and maintenance records using log books, databases, and spreadsheets.
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Acts as member of Confined Space Entry Team and may serve as entrant or assistant.

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

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Knowledge of general maintenance processes and procedures.
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Knowledge of basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimalized numbers, fractions, and percents.
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Skill in using computers and related software.
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Skill in using hand tools and power tools.
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Skill in operating a motor vehicle and motorized equipment.
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Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
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Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures.
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Ability to take simple readings from meters, gauges, control panels, and testing and monitoring equipment.
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Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

Requirements

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Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as stormwater pumpstations, process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment.
Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.

Ability to work in environments that may have hazardous atmospheres.
Ability to work in permit and non-permit confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the work activities may be hindered.
Ability to safely wear anti-fall (SRL) body harness for confined space entry that supports up to 283 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of up to 200 feet, and to work in confined spaces up to 100 feet deep.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, and lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted.

Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical industrial equipment including hydraulic systems.
Previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system.
Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for work order and asset management, basic computer navigation skills, and the ability to learn new software applications.
Training and/or experience in welding and the use of oxygen and acetylene torch (cutting, brazing, soldering, etc.).
Knowledge of safety practices in the workplace including confined space entry, ladder climbing, water and boat safety, and hazardous chemicals.

This position will require that you be able to perform the following essential job functions with confidence and with or without reasonable accommodations: carrying or lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs., sitting, standing, walking, lying, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching overhead, kneeling, crawling, stooping/bending, twisting, repetitive foot and hand movement, driving, grasping and squeezing, ability to wear personal protective equipment including a self-contained breathing apparatus, exposure to extreme weather conditions, atmospheric conditions, hazardous conditions, and very loud noise.
Selected candidate will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment physical exam to be considered for this position, which includes a Functional (FC)strength/agility test.

Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres, or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered.
Candidates must be able to qualify for the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program.
Candidates must be clean shaven to meet the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines which requires the use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

Candidates must be able to perform duties with confidence at sites where climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 200 feet and descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of a required SRL body harness that supports weight as designated by work area.

Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application.

Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used.

Although you have the option to attach your resume, a resume is not required.

Must obtain appropriate TCEQ License as specified by position within one (1) year of employment:

What We Offer

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Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more – click HERE for more information. Additionally, this position offers a career progression plan, which provides a unique opportunity to promote without having to go through the competitive process. As employees go through on-the-job training to develop new skills and abilities and obtain the appropriate license, they are eligible to submit for Career Progression, which allows them to demonstrate knowledge and skills without having to interview for the promotion.

For general information about a career as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant System Operator, click HERE.

Austin Water has three water treatment plants: Davis, Ullrich, and Handcox Water Treatment Plants (WTP) that draw water from the Colorado River and treat it to drinking water quality. The water treatment process includes screening, disinfection, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, and filtration to ensure that citizens are provided with clean and safe water. Davis WTP processes 60 to 120 million gallons per day, Ullrich WTP capacity is 167 million gallons per day, and Handcox WTP can process 50 million gallons per day.

The Austin Water Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate is responsible for performing water treatment plant operations and maintenance tasks, which include but are not limited to:

Nice to Have

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This position may be eligible for an Incentive Bonus of up to $3,000!

1000 Forest View Dr., Austin, Texas 78746

6800 North F. M. 620, Austin, Texas 78732
Days and Hours: Required to rotate between working an 8-hour shift in Maintenance and a 12-hour shift in Operations.
Maintenance: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (8-hour shift)
Operations: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and/or 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (12-hour shift)

This has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a City-designated emergency, Essential Employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees and ensure the continuity of essential operations. In such an emergency, Essential Employees may be called back in, may be required to modify their schedule, may be assigned to a City-designated work site, or may be retained on site to assist with operations and recovery.

This Associate position requires employees to obtain a Class D Water Operator License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within one (1) year of employment. TCEQ may restrict granting an occupational license to individuals with certain criminal convictions. To review TCEQ’s criminal conviction guidelines, go online to TCEQ.

Please include contact information from previous employers.

Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.
Austin Water must review all secondary employment.
Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.

Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.