Salary : $40,497.60 - $53,830.40 Annually
Location : Kilgore, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 0804
Department: Water Distribution
Opening Date: 08/09/2025

Under direction of the Chief Water Operator or others as assigned, to operate and maintain water treatment plant equipment and associated elevated storage tanks, ground water wells, booster pump stations and complete required processes to ensure water quality is meeting Federal & State drinking water requirements.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills
This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

• Operate and maintain plant equipment and plant processes
• Collect samples from plant units as required and submit for analysis
• Collect monthly/quarterly water samples as required and submit for analysis
• Perform and/or review sample analysis to monitor and adjust plant processes accordingly
• Monitors charts, meters, recorders, equipment and SCADA and make adjustments accordingly
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment as required.
• Service and maintain plant structures, buildings and grounds
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Performs some or all of the duties of Maintenance Worker, as required or assigned.
• Provides first aid assistance as needed on work sites.
• Regular attendance required.
• Must be able to work any shift assigned including days, evenings, nights, swing shifts and rotating on-call as needed

Minimum qualifications & Requirements
Education, Experience, and Certifications:

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required.
• Valid Texas Driver's License or ability to obtain within 2 months of hire
• Minimum:Current TCEQ Class "C" surface water license AND ground water license or the ability to obtain both within 2 years

Competencies:

• Knowledge of state and federal rules, regulations, and policies regarding safe drinking water
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures
• Skill in following oral and written communications.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to observe proper safety precautions.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Skill in planning and organizing materials and supplies necessary to complete work orders or daily assignments.
• Knowledge of safe handling techniques of hazardous chemicals and materials.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
• Skill in operating assigned equipment and tools.
• Ability to learn to operate associated software systems quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to utilize computer hardware and software relating to work and field equipment.
• Knowledge of general maintenance and repair techniques for water, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems depending on area of assignment.
• Understand the City purchasing policy concerning City issued credit cards, obtaining bids/quotes for associated repair work

Supplemental information
Other Important Duties:

• Provides backup assistance, on-call coverage and support to other City departments as assigned.
• Travels to attend meetings and training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

Equipment and Tools Utilized:

Equipment utilized includes hand/power tools and equipment specific to area of assignment, ladders, testing equipment, generators, water pumps, department vehicles, and others as assigned.

Other required duties:

Please note this job requirement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The City of Kilgore offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as retirement with a two to one match, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, LTD Insurance, cafeteria plan, and longevity pay.