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Job Description
Grade 15: Starting hourly rate $19.80. Rate depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the position is responsible for the basic inspection, maintenance and operation of lift station wet wells and level controls. Maintenance will be performed by cleaning wet well equipment and operating a mobile vacuum truck for liquid waste hauling. Position will support multiple facilities with varying processes, equipment and functional requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Operates, inspects and maintains sewer lift station facilities, level control equipment, and wet wells.
- Clean wet well to reduce blockages affecting the operation of lift stations.
- Inspect and wash down wet well to ensure pump operation and cleanliness; inspect and clean wet wells to prevent septic conditions.
- Read meters and charts, maintains logs, keeps records, submits reports, and compiles maintenance requests.
- Inspect, maintain and operate daily a 2000 gallon mobile vacuum truck. Participate in the training of staff in the proper operation of the equipment.
- Transport wastewater bio-solids to appropriate disposal sites; work with disposal site staff to coordinate disposal of material.
- Performs confined space entries in hazardous environments.
- Promotes and practices a safe working environment in an industrial setting.
- May operate and maintain a forklift, powered vertical lifting machinery, utility truck, crane, combination unit, water tanker, or other medium to heavy equipment.
- Assists with the setup of work zone for traffic control and promotes and practices a safe working environment.
- Ability to interpret and read street guide maps.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- This position works under limited supervision.
- Will often work on more than one project at any one time.
- Prioritizes and evaluates time and resource requirements to meet deadlines.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- High School Diploma or GED.
- 12 months experience operating medium to heavy equipment.
- Valid Class "CDL-A" Texas Driver's License with Tanker endorsements, or obtain within 90 days.
- Applies basic computer skills and has the ability to enter and maintain information in the computerized maintenance management system.
- Perform position specific physical testing.
- Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Class "II" Texas Wastewater Collection
JOB DIMENSIONS- Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Frequent contact with internal and external customers, consultants, vendors, and government agencies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 90 pounds occasionally; pushing a maximum force of 100 pounds; pulling a maximum force of 100 pounds. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope. Requires visual acuity and speech and hearing.
Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment.
Required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 11/24/2024 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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