AW Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate (Pump Stations & Reservoirs)

Posting Title AW Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate (Pump Stations & Reservoirs) Job Requisition Number COA091606 Position Number 115234 Job Type Full-Time Division Name Pump Stations & Reservoirs Mai Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as 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.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

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

• Water Treatment Plant or Water Distribution Systems Facility: TCEQ Class D Water Operator License.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant or Wastewater Collection System Facility: TCEQ Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License or Class I Collection System License.

• Must obtain the appropriate TCEQ Class C Water/Wastewater, Water Distribution or Class II Wastewater Collection System License before Class D License expires.

• May require a Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License with endorsements.

• Valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License.

• Must be able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification.

Notes to Applicants

Austin Water's Pump Stations & Reservoirs division operates 32 Pump Stations, 33 Water Reservoirs, and 2 Reclaim Reservoirs to help move potable and reclaimed water throughout the 500+ square mile system to meet customer demand and maintain water pressure.

This position is responsible for performing pump stations and reservoirs operations and maintenance task, which includes but is not limited to:

• Operations: process control, monitoring systems, managing and adjusting water levels.

• Maintenance: performing mechanical work on plant equipment, such as preventative and scheduled maintenance, diagnostic and corrective maintenance, new equipment installation and equipment rebuilds.

To learn more about what it means to be a Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate and the benefits of working for Austin Water, please click here for our informational brochure.

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

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.

Retention Incentive Bonus:

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

• $500 after 90 days.
• $500 after 180 days.
• $1,000 after 1 year.
• $1,000 after 2 years.

Pump Stations & Reservoirs

• South Service Support Center

3616 S. First St., Austin, Texas 78704

Days and Hours: Required to rotate between working an 8-hour shift in Maintenance from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and working a 12-hour shift in Operations from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and/or 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

• Work location and shift assignment for selected candidates will be determined based on business need and is subject to change.

• This position is considered essential and may be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime, callback, and on-call.

Technical Licensure: This position requires employees to obtain a Class D Water 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.

Driving Requirement:

This position requires a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City's Driver Record Evaluation Standards.

Physical Requirements:

• 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.

Confined Space Entry Requirements:

• 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 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.

• Candidates must be able to qualify for Austin Water's Respiratory Protection Program.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.

• 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.

• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• 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 worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.

Pay Range

$23.04 - $26.50 per hour

Hours

See "Notes to Applicants"

Position is considered essential and may require to work on weekends, holidays, overtime, call back and on-call.

Job Close Date 05/09/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 3616 S. First St., Austin, Texas 78704 Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

• Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical industrial equipment including hydraulic systems, motors, and pumps.

• 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 fabricating, machining, 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.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

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

• Assists with process control tasks such as basic flow control, sampling, basic laboratory testing, normal operations of pumps and blowers, and adjusting chemical feeds.

• Assists with preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication; changing equipment oil/fluids; and installing packing, bearings, and seals.

• Assists with predictive and corrective maintenance on specialized equipment such as pumps, blowers, clarifiers, and valves.

• Assists with routine rounds of the facilities to monitor treatment process and identify process anomalies or mechanical problems with plant equipment.

• Monitors data from SCADA systems and computerized control systems, instrument panels, and gauges in order to make basic process changes as directed.

• Maintains plant operations and maintenance records using log books, databases, and spreadsheets.

• Acts as member of Confined Space Entry Team and may serve as entrant or assistant.

Responsibilities

• Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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.

• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and procedures.

• Knowledge of basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimalized numbers, fractions, and percents.

• Skill in using computers and related software.

• Skill in using hand tools and power tools.

• Skill in operating a motor vehicle and motorized equipment.

• Ability to work in environments that may have hazardous atmospheres.

• 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 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 walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, and lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures.

• Ability to take simple readings from meters, gauges, control panels, and testing and monitoring equipment.

• Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA

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.

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.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.