Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : TX 75702, TXJob Type: Regular Full-timeJob Number: 994763Department: WaterDivision: Waste Water Collection-745Opening Date: 01/05/2024Purpose Of PositionPlans, directs, manage, staff and controls the operation, maintenance and repair of the wastewater collection system. Essential Functions Direct training and development of water distribution employees.Understand the operations & maintenance of tool & equipment used for preventive maintenance cleaning.Organize, evaluate and maintain the department safety program. Help schedule speakers.Review, interview and recommend possible applicants for employment.Analyze plans and specifications of proposed development for connection to existing water distribution system.Assists in preparation of budget proposals, budget forecast and monitors approved budget.Evaluates employee performance, conducts quarterly feedback sessions and counsels as required.Controls and assist in the ordering of construction materials, replacement tools & other associated equipment.Maintains records, files; performs related administrative duties, prepares SSO and overflow-in-premise reports.Investigate customer complaints.Call for utility locates and schedule/prioritize sewer main repair jobs.Schedule preventative maintenance of collection systems.Manage bi-weekly payroll and PTO requests for a staff of over thirty (30).Deal with developers, contractors and plumbers completing work for the City of Tyler.Understand and have experience with computer work-order systems Cityworks, Microsoft Office products and other office equipment.Have experience using GPS with asset management software.Have a working understanding of sewer rod trucks, water jetting trucks and vacuum/jetter trucks (vactors).Be able to respond when on-call within 30 minutes of being notified.Must be onsite to perform the essential job functions/duties of this position.Any other duties as assigned.NEEDED SKILLS Must know government regulatory processes and applications (TCEQ or EPA).Must have the ability to read and comprehend technical manuals, construction plans and operation manuals.Must be able to direct the construction crews on the installation/repair of sewer systems using PVC, VCP and ductile iron pipe materials.Must be able to direct the construction crews on the installation/repair of sewer manholes using precast concrete, cast-in-place or brick materials. Also the installation/repair of end-of-main clean-outs.Must have the ability to train, direct, and control an effective work force.Must be able to stand and walk 2 hours daily and be able to sit several hours daily.Must be able to lift 100 lbs, carry 50 lbs and be able to push and pull 80 lbs.Must be able to work in extreme weather and work conditions.Must be able to communicate effectively with employees, citizens, other departments and management. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Must have over five (5) years of experience in repair and construction of sanitary sewer collection systems, and installation of taps and manholes. Must have a TCEQ Class B Treatment license, or a TCEQ Type III Wastewater Collection license or have the ability to obtain within one year from date of hire. Must possess a Class B Commercial Driver's License, with a clear driving record.A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and a TCEQ Type II Wastewater Collection license is preferred.City Of Tyler Policy It is the policy of the City to recruit, employ and to provide compensation, promotion, and other conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, and other protected veteran. The City affirms that employment decisions shall be made only on the basis of a person's ability to perform the essential functions of the job. This position does require presence in the office to perform the essential functions of the job. The City shall continually review its employment practices and personnel procedures and take positive steps to assure that equality of employment opportunity in the City of Tyler, Texas is a fact as well as an ideal. The City of Tyler supports a policy of a drug and alcohol free workplace. All candidates are subject to pre-employment testing, which may include, but is not limited to, Drug and Alcohol Screenings, Work Fitness Evaluation, Criminal Background Check, and Consumer Report/Credit Check.The City of Tyler believes in putting people first. We are passionate, proactive, and purposeful in our mission to serve our community and make a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors. The City of Tyler offers the following benefits:
- Full range of benefits including Health/Teledoc, Dental, Vision, Disability, and $10K of Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
- 2:1 match in our TMRS Retirement Plan
- 11 paid holidays
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Supplemental life insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Award-winning Infants at Work Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing professional development
We are proud to provide you and your family with valuable and significant benefits at affordable rates. Any full-time employee regularly scheduled to work 40 hours or more per week or any part-time employee with a work schedule of 30 hours or more per week is eligible to enroll for insurance coverage. 01 In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application incomplete , so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.
02 Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
03 Do you have over five (5) years of experience in repair and construction of sanitary sewer collection systems and installation of taps and manholes?
04 If answered Yes to the previous questions, please provide details on how and where you obtained the experience and the total number of years of experience. 05 Are you currently a City of Tyler employee?
06 Do you have a valid Texas Class B CDL with a clear driving record?
07 Do you have a TCEQ Class B Treatment License or a Class III Wastewater Collection License or have the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire?
Required Question