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Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Wastewater Technician I - Grade 14 - Starting Hourly rate: $22.00.
Wastewater Technician II - Grade 16 - Starting Hourly rate: $24.00.
Wastewater Technician III - Grade 17 - Starting Hourly rate: $27.00.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
The Wastewater Technician I position is a progressive experience position responsible for monitoring equipment, operating equipment, recording data, collecting samples, and system process control, in compliance with regulatory agency guidelines.

The Wastewater Technician II position has intermediate level responsibilities for monitoring equipment, operating equipment, recording data, collecting samples, and system process control in compliance with regulatory agency guidelines.

The Wastewater Technician III is an intermediate to advanced level position responsible for monitoring equipment, operating equipment, recording data, collecting samples, and system process control in compliance with regulatory agency guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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DECISION MAKING
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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JOB DIMENSIONS
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
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San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

Competitive, market-based salaries
Performance-based incentives
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Life insurance
Prescription drug program
Vision care plan
Two retirement plans
Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
Disability income
Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
Education assistance program
Employee assistance program
Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
Wellness programs
On-Site Fitness Facilities
Community service opportunities

Closing Date/Time: 9/6/2026 11:59 PM Central

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