Job Details

Job Title

City of Aubrey (TX)

$59,862.40 Annually

Aubrey, TX

Full-Time

Job Number: 202400062

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 01/03/2026

Description

Responsible for performing routine and emergency maintenance on analog electrical, electronic and pneumatic equipment and networks used to collect, process, transmit, receive and record data, and to regulate the operation of the final control elements in wastewater treatment and water operation processes; perform periodic inspections, testing, adjustments, calibrations and servicing activities necessary to assure the proper operation of process instrumentation and control systems in the wastewater treatment and water operation process; Perform maintenance on pumps, motors and other mechanical equipment related to water and wastewater operations; perform acceptance tests of new equipment and inspect the installation of equipment and systems for conformance with plans and specifications; order supplies and prepare maintenance service reports; perform specialized staff work related to control systems; may train new employees and other technical personnel in the maintenance of control systems. Work requires limited supervision and independent judgment and discretion.

Examples Of Duties

Installs, programs, inspects, troubleshoots, and adjusts electrical and mechanical equipment, instrumentation, and related information systems.

Performs tests and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment; interprets readings and outputs of equipment; ensures proper functioning of equipment and related information systems.

Reviews operator's manuals and other established guidelines; ensures equipment and information systems are operated in accordance with established guidelines.

Performs basic programming for utilities information systems; programs with ladder logic and relay logic; operates PLCs, RTUs and associated inputs/outputs; operates VFDs; performs telecommunications networking.

Ensures proper operation of SCADA system; identifies and troubleshoots issues pertaining to SCADA system.

Initiates work orders pertaining to utilities equipment and information systems; ensures work orders are accurate and complete; performs record-keeping functions.

Serves as a liaison to manufacturers, contractors, City personnel and other internal or external parties with respect to utilities equipment, instruments, and related systems.

Performs work with relative independence and judgment with initiative required to meet department operating requirements and process abnormalities.

Uses safe working practices in the performance of duties and ensure proper safety practices are used by all operators.

Complies and reviews a variety of work orders, work sheets, reports, and/or other related information.

Assists other departments and performs other duties as assigned.

Organizes work assignments and sets priorities.

Performs and/or assists with work on water and wastewater systems and related equipment as necessary.

Responds to emergency callouts and must reside within a reasonable response time.

Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the services to customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.

Represents the City with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Abilities, knowledge, and skills:

To work well with people and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

To work with minimal supervision.

To write, read, and understand written instructions.

To plan and coordinate the work of others while meeting deadlines.

To exercise judgment, decisiveness, and innovation in situations involving evaluation of information.

Knowledge:

Concepts, materials, and terminology related to utilities systems.

Federal, state, and local requirements pertaining to public utilities systems.

Equipment used to operate, maintain, and repair utilities systems, particularly electrical and mechanical equipment, instrumentation, and related information systems.

Best practices for operating information systems (including SCADA), networks and peripherals relating to public utilities.

Industrial electronic control systems.

Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.

Record keeping practices, both electronic and hard copy.

Understanding of public works principles, practices and techniques for water operations and construction, and safety procedures and techniques.

Understanding of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software.

Basic programming and design for public utilities information systems, and basic trade mathematics.

The National Electric Code.

Skilled in:

Maintaining effective communication and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Identifying and resolving operational, technical, and procedural problems.

Preparing clear written and verbal reports.

Planning and determining priorities.

Contributing to the accomplishment of work group goals, objectives, and activities.

Safely and effectively using and maintaining tools and equipment related to the work.

Maintaining accurate records.

Designing, laying out and preparing sketches for information and control systems.

Estimating materials, parts, and equipment to complete assignments.

Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, drawings, and blueprints.

Reading and interpreting meters, gauges, charts, and a variety of instruments.

Reading and interpreting design, PID, control, and electrical drawings.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education & Experience: High School diploma or GED; Experience with safety, training, operation, and maintenance of equipment; and Minimum three years of experience in repairing, diagnosing, and monitoring mechanical and electrical instrument components.

Licenses & Certifications: Class C Water or Wastewater License required within two years of hire; and Valid Texas class C driver's license is required with a good driving record.

Preferences: Certificate of training for courses related to pump and motor maintenance, SCADA and water or wastewater operations preferred. Class B CDL

Working Conditions

Works mostly outdoors in extremes of heat and cold.

Works rotating on-call shift.

Ability to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis and up to 80 pounds occasionally.

Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand/eye coordination, and manual dexterity necessary to operate tools and equipment associated with the job.

Subject to repetitive motion and heavy manual labor such as painting, digging, building concrete forms, repairing asphalt, transporting, delivering and picking up trash containers and recyclables and water meters.

May be subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, entering enclosed spaces, climbing ladders, and lifting such as repairing water and sewer lines, installing meters, weeding, landscaping, mowing grass and operating other equipment.

Conditions Of Employment

Must pass pre-employment drug test.

Must pass criminal history check.

Must pass motor vehicle records check.