NEOGOV · 3 hours ago
Public Works - Water Equipment Operator (Utility)
Bedford, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$22.11/hr - $27.62/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Water Equipment Operator (Utility) for the City of Bedford. This role involves directing and coordinating daily activities related to the maintenance and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection facilities, as well as operating heavy equipment for these tasks.
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Responsibilities
Using maps and engineering plans, physically locates water and sewer facilities to ensures conformance with specifications
Installs, replaces, and repairs water meters
Assist Water Quality Crew Chief with water distribution and groundwater sampling
Assist Water Distribution Crew Chief with investigating billing complaints and completing leak investigations
Completes routine maintenance and repairs on fire hydrants, water valves, and water and sewer mains
Installs water and sewer taps
Operates and services heavy equipment such as backhoes, jetter trucks, trenchers, tractors, vacuum trucks and trailers, television inspection devices and other equipment used in the repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines
Originates and receives work orders through the work order system. Enters completed data into the system to close the request in a timely manner
Performs or assists workers in installing or repairing water systems
Assists other Divisions of the Public Works Department as needed including standby and emergency call back
Will perform other assignments and handle special projects as required
Regular and timely attendance is required as well as the ability to get along with others in a professional and cordial manner
Qualification
Required
High school diploma / GED and two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement
Possession of a TCEQ Class C Water Distribution License OR a TCEQ Class II Wastewater Collection License
Possession of a Work Zone Traffic Control certification
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's
Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
Working knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection system
Working knowledge of street, water, wastewater, and drainage maintenance procedures and equipment operating practices
Demonstrated ability to operate trenching and back fill equipment and to perform routine equipment maintenance
Must have or be able to complete a confined space training
Regular and timely attendance is required as well as the ability to get along with others in a professional and cordial manner
Preferred
Ability to obtain a Class C Groundwater Treatment Operator License within one (1) year of hire
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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