Summary

This requisition expires on October 18, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Depending on Qualifications:

Water Production Operator I: $21.21 - $33.94

Water Production Operator II: $23.39 - $37.42

Water Production Operator III: $24.55 - $39.29

Water Production Operator IV: $27.07 - $43.32

Responsible for assisting with the treatment and production of potable water.

Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

Essential Functions:

Collects and performs Water Quality Tests
Performs calculations for chemical additions; fills and adjusts chemical feeder
Performs custodial duties, such as sweep, mop, etc.
Troubleshoots equipment and process control problems
Assists Operator with maintaining SCADA to ensure proper water levels and system pressures
Assists Operator with minor maintenance of feed pumps, instrumentation, etc.
Drains sludge and backwashes filters
Maintain regular and punctual on-site attendance

Additional Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:

Water Reclamation Maintenance Tech I

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Water Production Operator II

High School diploma or GED equivalent
Grade "C" Surface Water Certification issued from TCEQ
Two years' experience working as an operator in a Water Treatment Plant

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Water Production Operator III

High School diploma or GED equivalent
Grade "B" Surface Water Certification issued from TCEQ
Four years of experience working as an operator in a 15 MGD or greater Water Treatment Plant

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Water Production Operator IV

High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Grade "A" Water Certification issued from TCEQ.
Six years of experience working as an Operator in a 15 MGD or greater Water Treatment Plant.
Computer literate with three years of water plant SCADA experience
NOTE: Education equivalent to at least two years of college with specialization in water treatment, chemistry, engineering, science, or biology is acceptable for two years of experience

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Core Competencies:

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers

Preferences:

Preference will be given to candidates with Water Treatment experience and TCEQ certification

Conditions of Employment:

Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
Must pass a physical examination
TCEQ Grade "D" Water License obtained within six months of employment
TCEQ Grade "C" Water License obtained within three years of employment

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds

Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.

Codes for "how often":
Y = Yes
N = No
E = extensive (100-70%)
M = moderate (60-30%)
I = infrequent (20-10%)
A = almost never (<10%)

Task: Code:

Standing: M

Sitting: M

Walking: M

Lifting: I

Carrying: M

Pushing/Pulling: I

Overhead Work: A

Fine Dexterity: A

Kneeling: M

Crouching: A

Crawling: A

Bending: M

Twisting: I

Climbing: A

Balancing: M

Vision: M

Hearing: M

Talking: M

Video Display: M

Differentiate Colors: M

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of hand tools in order to perform minor maintenance on equipment and to perform custodial duties at the plant. Requires the use of protective equipment (i.e. protective breathing apparatus) for confined space entry for handling chemicals.

Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed both inside and outside. While working outside, incumbents are exposed to various weather conditions. Incumbents are also exposed to noise, chemicals, fumes and dust associated with the operation of a Water Treatment Plant.

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

E-Verify:
The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

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