Environmental Compliance Field Technician- Water Department

Job Description:

Environmental Compliance Field Technician- Water Department

Description

• Job Summary

• Environmental Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Technician will ensure residential and commercial adherence to City Policies/Ordinances as well as TCEQ compliance regarding environmental issues.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Performs bacteriological sampling at TCEQ required sites in an accurate and timely manner.

• Maintains adequate inventory of analyzer parts, sampling supplies, and equipment for field analysis.

• Assures compliance with State and Federal regulations concerning laboratory methods and procedures.

• Enforces and executes the oil and grease program and backflow prevention program; conducts grease trap inspections and offers compliance assistance to facilities that have expired backflow testing.

• Monitors water quality in the distribution system and storage tanks in an accurate and timely manner.

• Inspects, cleans, and maintains chlorine monitors on all storage tanks.

• Maintains sampling equipment, field logs and ensures calibration of equipment.

• Performs analyzer troubleshooting and repairs as needed; conducts weekly analyzer preventative maintenance.
• Performs annual testing on City owned backflow preventions assemblies to ensure TCEQ compliance.
• Prioritizes assigned duties and accomplishes them in a timely and accurate manner.
• Works in a cooperative and professional manner with other departments when the need for field analysis occurs.
• Assists in coordination of special sampling events with water and wastewater departments.
• May assist the environmental Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Manager with inspections of pretreatment customers.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in chemistry, Biology or a related Field. Two years’ experience in performing water and wastewater treatment duties. Must have or be able to acquire within six (6) months, a BPAT License from TCEQ. Must have or be able to acquire within six (6) months, a TCEQ Class C Water Distribution License. Must have a valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.

Special Requirements

Applications must be submitted online. Candidates selected for employment will be required to pass pre-employment checks depending on the position requirements. Pre-employment checks could include, but not limited to criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. Criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The City of Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Miscellaneous Information

The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 39,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.

Job Details

Category Utility Department Status Open Salary Pay Range $21.60 to $22.69 (DOQ) Posted February 17, 2025 11:49 AM Closing Open Until Filled

Tools

• Apply Online
• New Job Notifications
• Clerical Supplemental Application

Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Salary:

Pay Range $21.60 to $22.69 (DOQ)