Water Plant Operator I/II/III Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/baytowntx/jobs/newprint/4838393) Apply  Water Plant Operator I/II/III Salary $1,343.20 - $2,551.20 Biweekly Location 2123 Market St Baytown, TX Job Type Full Time Job Number 25-00063 Department PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING Opening Date 02/19/2025 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Summary Performs all operating tasks involved in taking raw surface water and processing into a quality product. Performs preventive maintenance and minor mechanical and electrical repairs. Duties + Assists all shift personnel on procedures and troubleshooting plant operations. + Tests water, records data and adjusts the treatment process accordingly. + Makes mechanical or electrical repairs on rotating equipment above and below grade. + Performs preventative maintenance to the plant equipment on a regular basis as assigned by making measured adjustments and replacing parts. + Receives and stores chemical shipments such as liquids and powders in bulk and barrel form. + Checks and maintains equipment by checking oil levels, opening, inspecting, and listening for abnormal noise. + Performs all other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: + High school diploma or equivalent (GED). + One year related experience. + Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days). + Ability to receive TCEQ Grade “C” surface water certification within two years of hire date. Preferred: + Functioning knowledge of Pumps and Motors. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to pass a physical ability test for operation of plant equipment. Ability to make mathematical calculations. Knowledge of mechanical and electrical motor skills and basic chemistry. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public. Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee to work overtime. As a City employee you are required to provide services or perform duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation you may be required to remain to perform needed services. Overall Position Strength Demands Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year. Medical + United Healthcare + Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment + Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family + In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible + $50 co-pay (general visit) + RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary + Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses + FREE virtual visits Dental + Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO + Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment + Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100% + Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO Vision + Superior Vision + Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment + In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay + Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance Holistic Health & Wellness + Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan + FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance + Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year + Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more! + Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted. + SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices Retirement + Texas Municipal Retirement System: + 7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match + 5 year vesting + Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60 + FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary + MissionSquare and Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation Disability Insurance + Equitable: + Long-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability + Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability Training and Tuition Assistance + The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values + Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave + 10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year + 15 days sick leave per year + Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year + Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit + 15 days Paid Parental Leave To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: https://baytownbenefits.com/ 01 How many years of related experience do you have? + Some experience less than one years + One year less than three years + Three years less than five years + Five years or more 02 Which of the following best describes your highest level of education? + High School Diploma + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree or Higher + None of the above 03 Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days) + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Baytown Address 2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520 Phone 281-420-6520 Website http://www.baytown.org Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email