Welcome to the career page for the City of Fulshear! We are a dynamic and growing city located in Fort Bend County, Texas, just west of Houston. Our city is committed to providing exceptional services to our residents and maintaining a high quality of life. We are seeking dedicated individuals who share our passion for serving the community and making a positive impact. As an employee of the City of Fulshear, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaboraive environment, and to contribute to the overall success of the city.

General Summary

Under the direction of the Utilities Manager and/or the Lead Operator, the Water and Wastewater Operator, performs technical, manual, and sometimes clerical work in the operation and maintenance of water and/or wastewater treatment and related equipment for the City. This employee will use independent judgment, being fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit with minimal supervisory responsibility.

Essential Job Functions

Essential Duties And Responsibilities - Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assists in operation of the treatment facilities and maintenance including taking samples, lab testing, analyzing, and monitoring samples
Monitors, maintains, and repairs related equipment, wells, electrical panels, gauges, controllers, pumps, etc.
Coordinates equipment repair or replacement such that plant effluent quality limits are maintained
Works with Utility Superintendent to oversee the work of others contracted to work on plant components
Assists in treating wastewater and sewage for reuse
Repairs valves, scales, control panels and other electrical problems
Assists in overseeing and implementing the preventive maintenance program for all facilities
Performs inspections and maintenance of the water and/or wastewater operation systems
Assists in training field techs and maintenance techs
Prepares work orders using a software work order system
Initiates requisitions for tools, materials, equipment, and services
Performs manual labor such as: mowing, operating small equipment, etc.
May be required to work rotating shifts, and subject to on-call emergencies
Regular and consistent attendance for assigned work hours is essential
This position is considered essential during a natural or manmade disaster and/or a catastrophic event. This position may be required to provide service or perform duties for the benefit of the public and continuity of City operations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of this position

Physical Demands And Working Environment (The physical demands and environmental conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Work requires sufficient physical strength, agility, dexterity, and hand-eye-foot coordination to perform all essential functions. Duties also require frequent sitting, walking, kneeling, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending. Work also requires employee to climb and work from ladders and supports up to heights of 45 feet. Work is performed primarily outdoors and exposes employee to potential hazards such as extreme weather conditions, dust, noise, and exhaust fumes. Employee is also exposed to potential physical hazards when working off ladders and supports, and to potential chemical hazards when handling and applying chemicals. Work requires the frequent use of safety clothing and equipment and compliance with safety rules and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

Knowledge Of

Work requires possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and two (2) years of experience in operations and maintenance of water systems and wastewater systems, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and the following:

City policies, procedures, and departmental practices.
Tools, equipment, and methods used in operating, maintaining, and repairing wastewater treatment facilities.
Mechanical, biological, and chemical processes involved in wastewater treatment and reuse.
Safety hazards and protective practices, including confined space entry.
Preventive maintenance practices for equipment and facilities.
Work order systems and basic purchasing of tools, materials, and services.

Ability To

Work safely with raw sewage and chemicals using protective equipment.
Identify equipment problems and coordinate repairs to keep systems running.
Operate, maintain, and repair pumps, wells, valves, controllers, gauges, and electrical panels.
Perform and interpret lab tests to adjust treatment processes.
Read and troubleshoot water meters; respond to customer concerns.
Use software to prepare and track work orders.
Request tools, materials, and services as needed.
Train and support field and maintenance staff.
Work well with coworkers, contractors, and the public.
Perform manual labor such as mowing and operating light equipment.
Work in all weather, in confined spaces, and during rotating shifts or emergencies.
Serve as an essential worker during disasters to support City operations.
Follow instructions, perform basic calculations, and complete tasks with accuracy and reliability.

License, Certifications, And Other Requirements

Valid State of Texas Driver License
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical agility exam criminal background, and MVR check
TCEQ class “C Operator’s” license at time of placement

The City of Fulshear provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package that includes the following: medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability (LTD), vision, flexible spending options, employee assistance program, retirement, and deferred compensation programs. Medical, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of the month after your start date. Medical, dental, vision, LTD, and Life premiums are paid 100% by the City for all full time employees. The City will contribute 25% towards dependent healthcare costs. We also provide vacation, sick leave, holidays, bereavement, jury leave, and military leave.

HEALTH INSURANCE

The city offers employees medical insurance through BlueCross BlueShield. There is no Primary Care Physician (PCP) required. You have the option to choose one of the following plans: BlueCross BlueShield PPO (co-pay) or BlueCross BlueShield PPO HSA (high deductible plan).

FLEXIBLE SPENDING OPTIONS

The city provides two benefit accounts to help employees offset out-of-pocket medical costs: a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA). For employees enrolled in a city medical plan, the city contributes $1500.00 per year (prorated for new hires), funded at $125/month to either an HRA or HSA based on the medical plan selected.

NEXT LEVEL PRIME

The city pays for the employee's Next Level Prime Membership. This benefit gives employees and their eligible family members unlimited access to care at over 45 clinic locations in Texas and through 2/7 virtual visits with no copays at the time of service. Members can review primary care, urgent care, preventative services, chronic condition care, labs/blood draws, immunizations, and behavioral health/wellness support as part of the membership.

DENTAL INSURANCE

The city offers employees dental insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield. This plan is unique in that it allows you to choose any licensed dentist for covered services and the plan pays at the reasonable and customary rate until annual maximum.

VISION

The city offers vision insurance through EyeMed. EyeMed Vision plan offers benefits for eye exams, frames and lenses or contact lenses.

LIFE INSURANCE

The city provides a life insurance policy one times your annual salary to all full-time employees which includes an accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) through The Standard.

LONG TERM DISABILITY

Long Term Disability is funded completely by the City and is intended to help continue your income if you become unable to work due to illness or injury.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - EAP

Total Care EAP services has a wide arrangement of benefits include 24-Hour call centers, short-term counseling and work life solutions, legal and finance guidance, health and wellness programs as well as personal and professional development. This program is available to all members of your household.

AFLAC

Employees have the option of enrolling in AFLAC as a pre-tax benefit. Additional voluntary life insurance and AD&D options are available for employees and their families. The city does not cover any deductible, copays, or premiums associated with this benefit.

TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM – TMRS

The City of Fulshear offers a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System. The City of Fulshear's TMRS plan requires a contribution (made by means of bi-weekly payroll deductions) equal to seven percent (7%) of the salary of each regular full-time City employee. The City matches employee contributions on a 2 to 1 basis after the employee is vested at the time of retirement. Vesting occurs after five (5) years of employment. Supplemental death benefits are offered by TMRS, who will pay a one-time lump sum payment approximately equal to one year's salary based on the 12 months prior to death.

Deferred Compensation

In addition to TMRS retirement, 457B plans are available. The purpose of these plans is to allow an employee to set aside a portion of his/her salary and receive its value at retirement.

LEAVE ACCURAL

The City Offers The Following Leave Per Year

Thirteen (14) paid holidays per year
120 hours of sick leave hours per year, accrued
Three (3) days personal leave
Employees accrue paid vacation on a calendar year basis starting your first pay period.
- Up to two (2) weeks paid vacation in year one (1) through five (5)
- Three (3) weeks paid vacation after five (5) years of service

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Membership and paid dues for participation in professional association(s) relevant to the position. Tuition reimbursement for continuing education, with service commitment requirements.

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Are you related to a current or former City of Fulshear employee?

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If so, please list the names and relationship of current and former employees.

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Do you have hold a TCEQ "C Operator's" license?

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