LC/TV Technician

Job Description:

LC/TV Technician

Description

Grade 14: Starting hourly rate $19.95. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
The LC/TV Technician is responsible for performing a variety of basic skilled duties to include occasionally assisting with the operation of highly specialized sewer cleaning and pipe assessment equipment used to evaluate the sanitary sewer collection system. This job must promote safety awareness at all times in accordance with SAWS safety guidelines and policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Stocks vehicle with necessary equipment and material.
• Cleans, organizes, and maintains facilities, tools, and equipment.
• Assists with the setup of work zone for traffic control and promotes and practices a safe working environment.
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
• Interprets street guides, as-built drawings, schematics, block maps and construction plans.
• Assists in troubleshooting/diagnosing the condition of the sanitary sewer collection system
• May use a computer to record data in maintenance management system.
• May receive training in and occasionally operate and maintain highly specialized sewer cleaning and pipe assessment equipment (e.g. combination pressure cleaner/vacuum truck (combo), pressure cleaning vehicle, mechanical rodding vehicle, tanker style vacuum vehicle (honey wagon), bucketing truck, collection system televising van) to clean and evaluate the condition of the sanitary sewer collection system. Employees in this job will only operate the equipment when not in motion.
• May receive training in and occasionally operate other medium to heavy equipment as needed (e.g. bypass pumping equipment). Employees in this job will only operate the equipment when not in motion.
• Applies principles of confined space, high pressure, electrical safety and other hazards associated with generally accepted collection system maintenance standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

DECISION MAKING

• This position receives direct supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months’ experience in the truck driving, construction, water, wastewater or similar work environment.
• Proficient in the use of materials, tools and equipment commonly used in a construction environment.
• Valid Texas Class “C” Driver’s License or obtain within four months of employment/assignment.
• Perform position specific physical testing.
• Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

JOB DIMENSIONS

• Occasional contact with internal and external customers, contractors and governmental agencies.

List of Equipment: Equipment Operation
The following equipment is currently considered to be generally appropriate for this position. Additional equipment not on this list must be of similar size, weight and complexity.

• Electronic locating devices

• Pipe rehabilitation equipment

• Sewer cleaning nozzles

• Hand/power tools

• Mechanical rodding implements

• Assorted size shovels and long handled Tools

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds frequently and lifting/dragging up to 170 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope. Requires visual acuity and speech and hearing.

Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, to include snakes and insects. This position operates a company vehicle on a daily basis to comply with current SAWS’ Driving policy as amended. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment.

Required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.

San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:

• Competitive, market-based salaries
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug program
• Vision care plan
• Two retirement plans
• Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
• Disability income
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• On-Site Fitness Facilities
• Community service opportunities

Closing Date/Time: 7/27/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$41,496.00 - $63,773.00 Annually