Position Announcement
Water Transmission Title: Lines Operator 2

Canyon Regional Water Authority (CRWA)is a subdivision of the State of Texas created by the Texas Legislature in 1989. It is a partnership of water-supply corporations, cities, and districts responsible for acquiring, treating, and transporting potable water to communities from San Antonio to San Marcos in south-central Texas. CRWA is mandated with the duty to develop, treat, and deliver potable water to its member entities in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act and State of Texas requirements, while encouraging water conservation. CRWA’s operations include surface-water diversions, groundwater pumping from aquifers, surface water and groundwater treatment, treated water storage, and treated water transmission to its member entities. CRWA has substantial surface water and groundwater resources and is also a member of the Texas Rural Water Association and American Water Works
Association.

Primary Responsibilities

The Lines Operator 2 position is a progressive experience position responsible for metering equipment, pumping and electrical equipment, water storage facilities, field locates, site maintenance, and recording data in compliance with regulatory agency guidelines and CRWA policies and procedures.

  • Analyzes and monitors potable water transmission and metering.
  • Operates and maintains pumping and electrical equipment at water pumping stations.
  • Oversees field locates and maintenance of metering equipment, water transmission lines, valves and other related
    appurtenances.
  • Records instrumentation readings.
  • Participates in the troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of various equipment including pumps, piping, and valves.
  • Performs basic-level mathematical computations.
  • Understands and performs emergency response procedures as directed.
  • Establishes and maintains effective public and working relationships.
  • Participates in special projects as directed.
  • Understands and operates cell phones, iPads, and the internal SCADA system (as directed).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Obtain a Class C Texas Water Distribution License within one year of hire.
  • Able to use Microsoft Word and Excel software and perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
  • Strong work ethic.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally; pushing a maximum force of 55 pounds. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for extended periods of time to perform job duties. Working conditions include outside with exposure to inclement weather; water; mechanical, electrical, chemical, and confined space hazards; strong odors; noise; excavations; and local wildlife. Must use personal protective equipment. Operates a CRWA vehicle when required.

Salary

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

You may apply online by clicking on the link below or you can submit a resume and completed online (www.crwa.com) employment application to CRWA at 850 Lakeside Pass, New Braunfels, Texas 78130, or to hdiaz@CRWA.com.

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