Water Plant Operator I/II/III

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Water Plant Operator I/II/III

Salary

$1,343.20 - $2,125.60 Biweekly

Location

7425 Thompson Rd Baytown, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

25-00015

Department

Public Works

Division

Baytown Area Water Authority

Opening Date

10/16/2024

Closing Date

11/16/2024 11:59 PM Central

• Description

• Benefits

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Job Summary

Our Water Plant Operators take raw surface water and process it into quality drinking water. The City of Baytown is seeking persons with water treatment experience to join our team of dedicated Operators.

Water Plant Operator I

Performs all operating tasks involved in taking raw surface water and processing it into a quality product; preventive maintenance; and minor mechanical and electrical repairs.

Water Plant Operator II

Performs all operating tasks and decisions involved in taking raw surface water and

processing it into quality portable water. They perform preventative maintenance, and major/minor mechanical and electrical repairs; and are responsible for safe handling of hazardous chemicals. Must be able to work rotating shifts.

Water Plant Operator Ill

Performs all operating tasks and decisions involved in taking raw surface water and processing it into quality portable water. They perform preventative maintenance, and major/minor mechanical and electrical repairs; are responsible for safe handling of hazardous chemicals; and provide training to Water Plant Operators/Staff. Must be able to work rotating shifts.

Duties

Water Plant Operator I

• Assists all shift personnel on procedures and troubleshooting plant operations.

• Tests water, records data and adjusts the treatment process accordingly.

• Makes mechanical or electrical repairs on rotating equipment above and below grade.

• Performs preventative maintenance to the plant equipment on a regular basis as assigned by making measured adjustments and replacing parts.

• Receives and stores chemical shipments such as liquids and powders in bulk and barrel form.

• Checks and maintains equipment by checking oil levels, opening, inspecting, and listening for abnormal noise.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Water Plant Operator II

• Analyzes and records analytical tests of the water samples at various stages of the treatment process.

• Makes decisions from test results and takes appropriate action to assure quality.

• Assures proper documentation of shift reports and specialist lab results.

• Assures all chemicals are being properly fed into the plant.

• Performs preventative maintenance.

• Assists with mechanical or electrical repairs of any plant equipment and lines.

• Receives chemical shipments and assures that they are stored correctly.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Water Plant Operator Ill

• Analyzes and records analytical tests of the water samples at various stages of the treatment process. Inspects the process and physical plant for compliance with safety procedures and quality standards.

• Makes decisions from test results and takes appropriate action to assure quality.

• Assures proper documentation of shift reports and specialist lab results and checks their performance by auditing lab test results, log sheets, and product quality.

• Assures all chemicals are being properly fed into the plant.

• Performs preventative maintenance.

• Assists with mechanical or electrical repairs of any plant equipment and lines.

• Receives chemical shipments and assures that they are stored correctly.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Water Plant Operator I ($15 .99 - $19.98 DOQ)

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• One year related experience.

• Valid driver 's license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days).

• Ability to receive TCEQ Grade "C" surface water certification within two years of hire date.

Preferred:

• Functioning knowledge of Pumps and Motors.

Water Plant Operator II ($18.12 - $22.65 DOQ)

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• TCEQ Grade "C" surface water certificate.

• One year of related experience.

• Valid driver 's license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days).

Preferred

• Previous experience with a plant SCADA system and /or computer.

• Two or more years related experience in surface water treatment.

Water Plant Operator Ill ($20.25 - $25.31 DOQ)

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• TCEQ Grade "B" surface water certificate.

• Two years’ experience in a related paraprofessional role.

• Valid driver 's license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days).

  Preferred

• Previous experience with a plant SCADA system and /or computer.

• Five years’ experience in a related paraprofessional or surface water treatment role.

• Grade A Surface water license from the TCEQ.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of surveying methods, techniques and related equipment. Knowledge of work being performed to ensure it is being done according to plans and to ensure work is installed according to contract document specifications. Ability to interpret blueprints, read and write legibly, and communicate with contractors. General knowledge of civil engineering construction practices. Ability to get along appropriately and professionally with co-workers and the public.

Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.

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

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year.

Medical

• United Healthcare

• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment

• Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family

• In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible

• $50 co-pay (general visit)

• RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary

• Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses

• FREE virtual visits

Dental

• Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO

• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment

• Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%

• Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO

Vision

• Superior Vision

• Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment

• In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay

• Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance

Holistic Health & Wellness

• Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan

• FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance

• Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year

• Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!

• Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted.

• SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices

Retirement

• Texas Municipal Retirement System:

• 7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match

• 5 year vesting

• Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60

• FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary

• MissionSquare and Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation

Disability Insurance

• Equitable:

• Long-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability

• Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability

Training and Tuition Assistance

• The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values

• Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance

Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave

• 10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year

• Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit

• 15 days Paid Parental Leave

To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: https://baytownbenefits.com/

01

Do you possess a High School Diploma and/or GED equivalency?

• High School Diploma or GED

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree or Higher

• None of the above

  02

  Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)

• Yes

• No

  03

  How many years of related experience do you have?

• Less then one year of experience,

• Three years less than five years.

• One year less than three years.

• Five years or more.

• None of the above

  04

  Do you have experience with a plant SCADA system?

• Yes

• No

  05

  Please list current certificates or licenses you possess from TCEQ. If your certification is from another state, please list the certification or license, and the issuing state.

  Required Question

Agency

City of Baytown

Address

2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520

Phone

281-422-8281

Website

http://www.baytown.org

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