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◦ Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.

◦ Diverse and Inclusive Workplace: Work in an environment where every voice is valued, and Innovation thrives.

◦ Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.

◦ Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.

◦ Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.

◦ Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.

◦ Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

◦ Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments designed to foster collaboration and inspiration.

◦ Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
◦ Provides technical expertise on a variety of distribution and collection activities.
◦ Reviews, evaluates, records data using PCs and video equipment in preparing and producing reports to ensure quality, productivity, and accuracy of work assignments.
◦ Interprets applicable Federal, State, and Local ordinances and regulations and ensures compliance.
◦ Coordinates activities with engineers, construction inspectors, and other city departments.
◦ Acts as liaison, as necessary, with other departments, divisions, and organizations.
◦ Investigates and responds to citizen complaints and concerns.
◦ Evaluates progress and results and recommends major changes in procedures, processes, and policies.
◦ Operates with substantial latitude for independent action or decision.
◦ Assists in budget preparation.
◦ Develops and implements procedures related to asset control.
◦ Develops specifications for purchases.
◦ Plans and schedules Safety and Tailgate meetings.
◦ Ensures proper training and guidance is provided for personnel.
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◦ Knowledge of City of Austin policies and procedures related to pipeline operations.
◦ Knowledge of City of Austin safety policies and procedures.
◦ Knowledge of moderately complex utility mathematical formulas involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of standard and metric units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, computing rate, ratio, and percentages.
◦ Ability to work in confined spaces.
◦ Ability to understand, follow, and provide written and/or verbal instructions and training.
◦ Ability to work various work shifts, on-call, and call back hours
◦ Ability to work in environments with exposure to hazardous chemicals, solvents, hazardous environments, and adverse weather conditions.
◦ Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers.
◦ Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program while driving personal and City of Austin vehicles on official business.

◦ Valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL).
◦ Positions in water distribution: Class C Water Distribution License or higher from TCEQ. A Surface Water License may substitute for the Class C Water Distribution License.
◦ Positions in wastewater collection: Class II Wastewater Collection License from TCEQ.
◦ For specified work groups, Respiratory Protection and Confined Space Entry training must be completed

◦ Experience providing leadership over and review of others’ work
◦ Supervisory experience of 5 or more employees to include hiring, training, scheduling and performance evaluation
◦ Experience with leading, managing and/or overseeing capital improvement projects or similarly related construction projects
◦ Strong organizational skills and demonstrated experience in planning, organizing, and managing the delivery of construction and/or utility projects to support organizational goals
◦ Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects, keeping stakeholders informed of status
◦ Demonstrated skill and experience in managing and resolving conflict
◦ Project management experience including managing multiple projects with varying deadlines and deliverables
◦ Any specialized training, licenses, certificates, related to Air Release and/or Pressure Reducing Valves

◦ A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
◦ Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application.
◦ Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used.
◦ The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.

◦ Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
◦ Your skill level in the competency areas will be assessed. A minimum score of 70% is required on both assessments in order to be considered for the next step in the process.
◦ If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
◦ A criminal background investigation is required

◦ Valid Texas Class C Operator Driver License required at time of hire.
◦ Positions in water distribution: A Class C Water Distribution License from TCEQ required at time of hire. A Surface Water License may substitute for the Class C Water Distribution License.
◦ Positions in wastewater collection: A Class II Wastewater Collection License required at time of hire

◦ Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres, or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered.
◦ Candidates must be able to qualify for the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program.
◦ Candidates must be clean shaven to meet the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines which requires the use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

◦ Selected candidates will be required to complete and pass a drug and alcohol screening test.
◦ Selected candidates will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment physical exam to be considered for this position, which includes a Functional (FC)strength/agility test.

◦ All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.
◦ Austin Water will review all secondary employment.
◦ Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.