Water Systems Specialist

As a Water Systems Specialist for the City of Fort Worth, your main responsibilities will include supervising the operations of the Biosolids Facility, monitoring daily reports, conducting inspections of treatment processes, and ensuring that safety and maintenance procedures are followed. You’ll also be involved in requisitioning materials and leading your team to guarantee environmental compliance and operational efficiency.

To be considered for the Water Systems Specialist role at the City of Fort Worth, you need to possess an Associate's Degree in engineering, along with four years of experience in wastewater treatment, including at least one year in a supervisory role. Additionally, a Class 'B' Water Treatment license is required, and having experience in Biosolids processing and PFAS regulations would be beneficial.

The Water Systems Specialist position requires flexibility, including shift work, evening, and weekend availability. You should be prepared to work in environments that could expose you to moving mechanical parts, varying temperatures, and some physical demands, such as lifting up to 50 pounds intermittently.

Water Systems Specialists at the City of Fort Worth enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes 11 paid holidays, health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, a pension plan, and opportunities for professional development—all aimed at supporting your well-being and career growth.

The City of Fort Worth is committed to diversity and inclusivity in recruitment and hiring. They adhere to equal employment opportunity guidelines and strive to create a workforce representative of the community’s diversity, offering reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities to promote their participation in the application process.

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