Position Information Position Information Posting Title Treatment Plant Worker Job Requisition Number COA077890 Position Number 109606 Job Type Full-Time Division Name South Austin Regional Wwtp Minimum Qualifications Graduation an accredited high school or equivalent Licenses or Certifications: Valid current Texas Class C Drivers License. May require valid Texas Commercial Drivers License with endorsements. Must be able to become certified for Respiratory Protection Notes to Applicants Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more click HERE for more information. Positions will be filled at one of the following locations throughout the City of Austin. Decisions on assigned locations will be made at the time of hire based on business needs. Davis Water Treatment Plant 3500 W. 38th Street, Austin, Texas 78703 Water Treatment Plant 4 6800 North F. M. 620, Austin, Texas 78732 Ullrich Water Treatment Plant 1000 Forest View Dr., Austin, Texas 78746 Pump Stations & Reservoirs 3616 S. 1st St., Austin, Texas 78704 South Austin Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant 1017 Fallwell Lane, Austin, Texas 78617 Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant 7113 East MLK Blvd., Austin, Texas 78724 Hornsby Bend Biosolids Plant 2210 S. FM 973, Austin, Texas 78275 When completing the City of Austin employment application: A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications, and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please detail on the application any previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Provide each job title and employment dates for all jobs included on the application. Your work history should include the duties you performed and any heavy equipment and computer software used. A r?sum? may be submitted, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Confined Space Entry Requirements: Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres, or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee is hindered. Candidates must be able to qualify for the Utilitys Respiratory Protection Program. Climbing Requirements: Candidates must be able to perform duties with confidence at sites where climbing ladders up to 200 feet is required, and where descending into confined spaces up to 30 feet deep is required. Safety climb equipment such as harnesses are required for climbing. Driving Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years old, hold a current applicable drivers license, and have no more than six (6) points assessed on Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ). Please review the City of Austin Driving Standards to assess your driving record. DRE will be verified through the Department of Public Safety. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the Citys Driver Record Evaluation Standards. Candidate must pass a pre-employment Functional (FC) strength/agility test (with or without accommodations) to be considered for this position. Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water Utility worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AWU worksite including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $14.42 $17.58 per hour Hours 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Monday through Friday Hours may vary slightly based on plant needs and are subject to change. Employees must be able to work on holidays and/or weekends as scheduled or assigned. May require occasional on-call or call-back work. Job Close Date 03/22/2018 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location See Notes to Applicants Preferred Qualifications One (1) year of experience using various industrial lawn care equipment such as gas powered weedeaters and blowers, hydrostatic riding mower, chainsaws, pneumatic power tools, pressure washer and hand tools One (1) year equipment and building maintenance experience Industrial Math Skills Mechanical reasoning and problem solving skills Knowledge of safety practices in the workplace Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. 1. Operates and checks a variety of powered and non powered equipment including, but not limited to: backhoe, bobcat, weed-eater, vacuum cleaner, buffer, lawn mower, rider mower, front-end loader. Adjusts equipment, including chemical feed, as directed. 2. Cleans buildings, offices, and equipment. 3. Paints, lubricates, and cleans equipment and facilities. 4. Performs minor mechanical tasks. 5. Assists plant mechanics and operators as needed. 7. Mixes, stirs and pours a variety of hazardous and non-hazardous solvents and chemicals. 8. Reads and interprets simple drawings and diagrams. 9. Reads gauges and meters. 10. Completes equipment inventory reports. Maintains records, enters, and retrieves data. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of ground and facility maintenance. Knowledge of various powered equipment. Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws. Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in planning and organizing. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public. Does this job require a criminal background investigation? This position does not require a criminal background investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.