Water Productions Operator I/II Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cstx/jobs/newprint/4867384) Apply  Water Productions Operator I/II Salary $20.50 - $32.92 Hourly Location College Station, TX Job Type Full Time Job Number 2502381 Department Water Services Department Opening Date 03/12/2025 Closing Date 4/30/2025 11:59 PM Central Hiring Range $20.50-24.15 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description Under general direction of the Water Production Lead Operator, the Water Production Operator operates and maintains the water production facilities to assure an adequate supply of potable and palatable water for the public water system and assists in ensuring compliance with all Texas Commission Environmental Quality (TCEQ) rules and regulations related to a public water system. Principal Duties Water Production Operator I This is the entry level class for the water production operations. Incumbents work under close supervision learning and performing aspects of the trade. 1. Regulate flow of potable water through the production facilities and maintain water level in reservoir and elevated towers to meet the system demands. 2. Operate & maintain various pumps, motors, and other water production equipment and machinery. 3. Assist in the collection of all necessary water samples and performs standardized laboratory tests to monitor and control water quality. 4. Prepare daily and monthly records to document pumping operations including electricity and chemicals used, assist with all record keeping, enter data into computer records management system and effectively operate the SCADA system. 5. Adjust dosage of treatment chemicals used for disinfection and corrosion control. This includes handling of hazardous chemicals for water treatment as required, including, but not limited to, chlorine and sodium hypochlorite. 6. Perform other duties as assigned. Water Production Operator II The Water Production Operator II performs all duties of the Water Production Operator I. This classification is distinguished from the entry level class in that incumbents work under limited or moderate supervision performing advanced water production operations. Qualifications Water Production Operator I Required: High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent. Valid Texas Driver’s LicensePossess a Class D Water License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), or have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date, and the ability to maintain. Ability to obtain and maintain a Class C Groundwater License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within two (2) years of hire date. Available for emergency response and shift work, to include on-call duties after hours, and on weekends and holidays. Preferred: Knowledge of water treatment plant operations. Knowledge of safety hazards and safe-practice standards in the work area assigned TCEQ Class C or higher Water Treatment Operator License. Experience working with MS Word and Excel computer software. Water Production Operator II Required: Two (2) years experience. Class C Groundwater License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and ability to maintain. Supplemental Information WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described are representative of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be required at times to wear personal protective equipment including respiratory protection/confined space breathing apparatus while performing work in environments that could have the potential to contain wet or humid conditions, vapors or particulates, and hazardous chemicals. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Drug Screening: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this position, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy. Full Salary Range Operator I: $20.50 - 30.75andOperator II: $21.95 - $32.92 Position posted until filled or closing date. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, TMRS-Retirement (2:1 matching), Deferred Compensation, Term Life AD&D, Dependent Life, Flex Benefits, an Employee Health Clinic & Educational Assistance. . 01 Do you have a High School diploma or GED equivalent? + Yes + No 02 Do you possess a valid Texas driver's license? + Yes + No 03 Are you available for emergency response and shift work, to include on-call duties after hours and weekends and holidays? + Yes + No 04 Do you possess a Class D Water License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), or have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date? + Yes + No 05 Are you able to obtain and maintain a Class C Groundwater License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within two (2) years of hire date? + Yes, I currently have my Class C Groundwater License and am able to maintain it. + Yes, I am willing to obtain my Class C Groundwater License within (2) years of hire. + No, I am NOT willing to obtain or maintain a Class C Groundwater License. 06 What qualities, and experience do you possess that would make you a good candidate for this position? 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