CLASS TITLES:      Water Operator in Training

LICENSE REQUIRED:

            Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License

            The operator in training will be required to take the Basic Water Works course in order to obtain the required Class D Water Operator license and work towards a Class C Water operator license.

The operator in training will be required to attend continuing education courses to maintain licenses required.

             EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Performs manual labor in the maintenance, repair, and installation of water systems, including pipe lines, valves, pumps, meters, backflow devices and services;
• Repair service leaks;
• Flushes and disinfects water lines;
• Locates water lines with instruments or from prints;
• Read water meters;
• Operate a variety of power tools and equipment;
• Operate company vehicles;
• Perform standby duty; responds and resolves customer complaints; and
• Perform related work as required.

Ability to:

• Read, write and perform mathematical calculations at the level required for successful job performance;
• Must be able to kneel, bend, crawl, and squat and work in small spaces.
• Learn to skillfully operate and maintain assigned tools and equipment;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Satisfactorily follow rules and procedures;
• Be available for standby duty;
• Maintain equipment and tools.
• Lift heavy objects and equipment weighing in excess of 75 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to chemicals while disinfecting/neutralizing chemicals, such as chlorine in the water distribution system;
• Frequently works around water mains;
• Works in inclement weather and high traffic locations.
• Must be available for periodic evening, night, weekend and/or holiday work due to standby duty or emergency callback needs.

   

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