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City of Mesquite, TX

Water Production Technician

City of Mesquite, TX, Mesquite, Texas, United States, 75181


Salary:

$18.50 Hourly

Location :

Mesquite, TX

Job Type:

Full-time

Job Number:

1302483

Department:

Public Works

Opening Date:

10/21/2024

Closing Date:

12/21/2024 4:00 PM Central

GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $18.50/hr.

To regulate the flow of water to various zones in the water system; to ensure that adequate water supplies are available throughout the City; and to operate and maintain various pump equipment and production facilities in support of the City's water system.

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SUPERVISIONGeneral supervision is provided by the Senior Production Technician.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.Inspect pumps and motors on a daily basis; record vital numerical information.Inspect pumps and water production equipment for malfunctions or leaks; diagnose needed repairs.Do annual inspection of ground storage tanks and climb water towers for inspection.Clean and lubricate pumps and other production equipment as needed.Regulate the flow of water from reservoirs into various zones throughout the City's water system using the SCADA system and or manually.Perform weekly testing of equipment and machinery to maintain quality assurance and high performance.Record production and water demands.Perform chemical tests on water samples from various locations; ensure water quality meets regulated standards.Take State required bacteriological samples.Perform chemical tests of water supplies; determine chemical needs of the water; disinfect reservoirs as needed.Work with various chemicals.Maintain the security cameras of water pumping facilities. Align Microwave radios for CCTS.Maintain the facility grounds.Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED.EXPERIENCE

One year of experience in the water utilities field,

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referably

involving the operation, installation, maintenance and repair of water pumps and related systems.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid driver's license.Must Obtain a Class "C" Distribution state certification within one year following successful completion of probationary period, if hired after January 1, 2002. Failure to obtain certification will result in non-disciplinary termination.

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with some overtime and rotating on-call.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, HMO Dental Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.The City is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans: HSA, High Deductible, HMO, PPO, and EPO Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City's self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.For more information about the City of Mesquite's employee benefits, please visit:

01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

Less than High School completionHigh School or GED equivalencyTechnical or Community College attendanceTechnical School completionAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreePh.D.Juris Doctorate

02

Indicate the amount of experience in the water utilities field operations. Please Note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.

No ExperienceLess than 6 months6 months to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 yearsMore than 5 years

03

Indicate the level of experience involving the operation, installation, maintenance and repair of water pumps and related systems. Please Note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.

No ExperienceLess than 6 months6 months to less than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 yearsMore than 5 years experience

04

Do you have a valid driver's license?

YesNo

05

Do you have a Class C Distribution license?

YesNo

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:

If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

No, I do NOT work for the City of MesquiteYes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of MesquiteYes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 monthsNo, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

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