Houston Water Operations Technician I/ Drinking Water Operations
- Pay
- $20 – $22 per hour
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Listed
- Yesterday
About the role
- Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
- Section: Houston Water/ Drinking Water Operations
- Reporting Location: Various Locations*
- Workdays & Hours: Monday – Sunday, 6:00am - 6:00pm*
- *Subject to change
Description of Duties/essential Functions
- Work consists of developing, reviewing and complying with standard procedures and tasks where analytic ability is required.
- Coordinates plant operations utilizing Human Machine Interface (HMI) in conjunction with the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
- Monitors and maintains equipment and chemical processes in more than one location.
- Inspects and tests working conditions on all equipment.
- Compare readings on equipment and processes with established guidelines that affect process control.
- Communicates and coordinates work with other operators and support personnel by telephone ad e-mail.
- Performs other duties as requested.
Working Conditions
- The position requires lifting heavy items of up to 60 pounds and/or walking on rough surfaces routinely and/or regular physical exertion such as climbing of ladders.
- This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier 1 Level. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Requires a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
Experience Requirements
No experience is required.
License Requirements
None,Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer skills assessment test.
Safety Impact Position: Yes
If YES, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Salary Information
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade - 11
Application Procedures
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
From City of Houston's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 9, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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What is the salary for the Houston Water Operations Technician I/ Drinking Water Operations role at City of Houston?
The Houston Water Operations Technician I/ Drinking Water Operations posting at City of Houston states compensation of $20 – $22 per hour. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on City of Houston's official career site.
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