JOB
The Town of Addison Public Works & Engineering Department is looking for two (2) Utility Operator I, II, or III's based on qualifications.
Utility Operator I & II Summary
Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of maintenance and repairs associated with water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
Utility Operator III Summary
Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of maintenance and repairs associated with water distribution and wastewater collection systems to ensure the continuous delivery of potable and palatable drinking water to all commercial and residential consumers.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Utility Operator I
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Performs all tasks as related to the repair & maintenance of water & wastewater mains & services.
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Demonstrates the ability to be trainable on all equipment related to the maintenance & repairs of water & wastewater mains & services.
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Follows directions in setting up Traffic Control in compliance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD).
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May assist in training of other personnel.
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May conduct monthly water sampling, wastewater meter readings, & assist in the repair & maintenance of pump stations.
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Reads & interprets various charts, dials, & gauges in the pump stations; reports the readings to the proper individual(s). Watches for unmetered or illicit use of water supplies.
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May pick up needed materials & deliver to job sites.
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Uses a variety of hand & power tools as related to the repair & maintenance of water & wastewater mains & services.
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Cleans & maintains tools, equipment, & all work areas.
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Reads maps & blueprints (with assistance).
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Responsible to learn department procedures & safety practices, & to obtain the necessary licensing.
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May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.
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Performs related duties as required or assigned.
Utility Operator II
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Performs all tasks related to the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater mains and services.
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Operates all equipment related to the maintenance and repairs of water and wastewater mains and services.
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Follows instructions to set up traffic control devices in compliance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD)
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Monitors operations of the pump stations.
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May assist in training of personnel. May conduct monthly water sampling, wastewater meter readings, and assist in the repair and maintenance of pump stations.
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Reads and interprets various charts, dials, and gauges in the pump stations; takes whatever action is indicated by the readings with some assistance.
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Watches for unmetered or illicit use of water supplies.
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Uses a variety of hand and power tools as related to the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater mains and services.
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Serves as on-call as assigned.
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May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.
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Performs related duties as required or assigned.
Utility Operator III
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Receives daily work assignments from the Manager; works as a crew leader with Operators in water & wastewater maintenance.
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Assigns & oversees daily crew operations; tracks job performance against set schedules; evaluates performance & recommends disciplinary actions if necessary.
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Performs all tasks as related to the repair & maintenance of water & wastewater mains & services. Operates & oversees the operations of all heavy equipment related to the maintenance & repairs of water & wastewater mains & services.
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Develops & sets up Traffic Control Plans in compliance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD).
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Monitors operations of the pump stations. Assists Manager in training of personnel.
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May conduct monthly water sampling, wastewater meter readings, & the repair & maintenance of pump stations.
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Must have working knowledge of water/wastewater pump station’s SCADA systems.
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Reads and interprets various charts, dials, & gauges in the pump stations; takes whatever action is indicated by the readings.
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Watches for unmetered or illicit use of water supplies. Prepares daily & monthly reports.
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Picks up needed materials & delivers to job sites.
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Uses a variety of hand & power tools as related to the repair & maintenance of water & wastewater mains & services. Cleans & maintains tools, equipment, & all work areas.
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Reads maps & blueprints to locate mains for contractors.
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Plans, assigns, establishes priorities and schedules utility related tasks for Town special events.
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Serves as on-call as assigned.
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May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.
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Performs related duties as required or assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed throughout the Town of Addison and requires a high level of physical exertion, may be required to load and unload objects weighing up to 100 pounds. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, and may require entry into confined spaces and extreme heights.
This is a nonexempt position. Routine schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday. Schedule may be modified if department needs arise. Position will be a part of an on-call rotation once qualified. May be required to work overtime if needed.
EEO STATEMENT
The Town of Addison is an equal opportunity employer. The Town prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity under law.
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