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JOURNAL
VOLUME 27
SEPTEMBER 2017
"Proudly Serving Education Excellence since 1918"
NUMBER 9
June 13th – 15th
Central Texas Regional School Killeen
Charlotte Doran (254) 750-‐8495
Peggy Smith (830) 598-‐2424 Ext. 309
July 24th – 26th
Southwest Texas Regional School Laredo
Tony Moreno (956) 795-‐2620
Lynn Short (361) 485-‐3381
August 1st – 3rd
2017
UPCOMING TWUA REGIONAL Permian Basin Regional School Norma SCHOOL Clark Odessa (432) 528-‐1608
Norma Clark (432) 528-‐1608
August 28th – 31st East Texas Regional School Date Event Tyler
Mike Norris Primary Contact (903) 939-‐8278
Mike Norris Exhibits Contact (903) 939-‐8278
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Far WTest Texas Region West exas Regional School Ft. S tockton Lubbock
Norma Clark Matt Kerley (432) 528-‐1608 (806) 775-‐2624
Norma Bill Boyd Clark (432) 528-‐1608 (806) 775-‐3415
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David Moore 512-279-8125
Norma Clark (432) 528-1608
March 21st-‐ 23rd
Panhandle Regional School Amarillo
Cindy Moss (806) 378-‐3019
Ruben Arias (806 674-‐4834
April 24th – 27th
Southeast Texas Regional School Beaumont
Patrick Walters (979) 248-‐7012
Patrick Gray (713) 637-‐8835 Ext. 306
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May 8 – 11
Central West Texas Regional School Kenny Hutchins Abilene Texas Water Utilities Association (325) 676-‐6429
May 15th – 18th
North Central Texas Regional School Arlington
June 13th – 15th
Central Texas Regional School NOVEMBER 7th Killeen
69th Annual West Texas Regional School Charly Angadicheril
Mickey Chaney (325) 548-‐2237 Jon Mahoney (979) 721-‐2261
392-‐8299 LUBBOCK MEMORIAL CIVIC CENTER,(817) 1501 Mac Davis Lane
- 9th, Charlotte 2017 Doran
Peggy Smith (830) 598-‐2424 Effective March 1, 2017, Water and Wastewater Occupational License Applications must Ext. 309 (254) 750-‐8495
be pre-approved before you can challenge state operator exam. You MUST complete and submit electronic application to TCEQ at least 60 days prior to exam or test date. th an th July 24 – 26
Southwest Texas Regional School Tony Moreno Lynn Short Laredo (956) 795-‐2620 (361) 485-‐3381 We encourage you to take advantage of the testing opportunity at the Lubbock School but
you MUST complete and submit an application to TCEQ before September 8, 2017. August 1st – 3rd
Permian Basin Regional School Norma Clark For questions, please call TCEQ –(432) 512-239-6133 Odessa 528-‐1608
https://tceq.texas.gov/licensing/eapp
Norma Clark (432) 528-‐1608
August 28th – 31st East Texas Regional School Tyler
Mike Norris (903) 939-‐8278
Mike Norris (903) 939-‐8278
November 6th – 9th
Matt Kerley (806) 775-‐2624
Bill Boyd (806) 775-‐3415
West Texas Regional School Lubbock
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In This Edition: President Message.................................4
TEXAS WATER UTILITIES JOURNAL (ISSN 1051-709X) is published monthly by the Texas Water Utilities Association, located at 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 112 West, Austin, Texas 78723-1093, for engineers, operators, managers, laboratory technicians, customer service personnel, and other professionals employed in, or interested in, the water and/or wastewater industry.
The wisest people I know continue to emphasize that we all need to keep learning and admit that we never will know everything. The best teachers are the ones who realize that there is much more to learn.
ED News ..............................................6 Tickets are available online for the truck or the ATV. Please visit TWUA website and click on either the pickup or the ATV to purchase your winning ticket.
Five dollars of each annual membership dues payment to the Texas Water Utilities Association pays for a subscription. Non-Member subscription price: USA $50 per year; $4.20 per single copy; $60 per year outside USA. Periodicals Postage Paid at Austin, TX.
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The Texas Water Utilities Association is wholly independent, and is not affiliated with the American Water Works Association, the Water Environment Federation, or any other National organization. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: TEXAS WATER UTILITIES JOURNAL, 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 112 W., Austin, TX 78723-1093. TEXAS WATER UTILITIES JOURNAL is not responsible for facts and/or opinions expressed by contributors or in advertisements herein. Editorials and comments do not necessarily represent the official policy of the Texas Water Utilities Association. All inquiries should be directed to: Texas Water Utilities Association, 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 112 W, Austin, TX 78723-1093, phone 512/459-3124. Any material accepted for publication is subject to revision and editing at the discretion of the publisher. All advertising in the TEXAS WATER UTILITIES JOURNAL is subject to approval of the publisher. Learn more about T.W.U.A. at our Web site: www.twua.org
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE: Donny Carrasco - Chair of Management Chad Jameson - President George Glispin - President Elect John Krause - Vice President Allen Schreiber - Second Past President Jim McCain - Ex Officio Russell Hamilton - Executive Director
_______________________________ Front Cover Photo Courtesy of: Grandbury, Texas September 2017
At times it alleviates stress on the job site. That is the upside. Part of enjoying our job is liking our co-workers and having a good laugh. The downsides are more numerous.
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President’s Message
Let TWUA Be The Vehicle That Drive Your Career by Chad Jameson
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he question is not whether to become involved with TWUA, it would be why not?? Not only are you going to further your career, but you can also make connections that last a lifetime. I have enjoyed all my years with TWUA and getting to know all the volunteers, board members, and instructors. There is going to be a day that something really stumps you, and you are going to need to ask for help. Do I have all the answers?? The answer is no, not even close. But through my connections with TWUA I know I can reach out, and the correct answer is only a phone call away. The point I’m trying to get across is TWUA has the top instructors in Texas, and they are always willing to help anyone in need. So why wouldn’t you want to meet and get to know these members of TWUA? Think about becoming that role model for the younger generation coming into our field. Let’s face it, we all have knowledge in our field. I’ve encountered a lot of crazy situations in my 20+ years in the water industry. As an instructor, you place your trust in me – that I will have all the answers to help you work through a problem, or pass a licensing test. Don’t think we just get up there and read from the book. It wasn’t easy to get that A license or to pass the instructors class. I’ve seen several people leave after the first day. It takes hours and hours to write lesson plans and show that you have the proficient knowledge in the field to TCEQ. Most instructors will not only put their name on the board at the start of the class but also their cell number. The first thing they say is, “If you have any problems, I’m only a phone call away.” I am often surprised by the questions I am asked in class. Not because they have shocking content or that I am unprepared for my day or anything else along those lines. I am surprised, rather, that students place enough value in my opinion, expertise and perceived experiences that they seek me out from time to time. Their questions remind me that they are looking for understanding, that they do see TWUA instructors as sources of wisdom. It would be great if we could arrive at a place where we already have learned everything we could possibly learn in our field. The wisest people I know continue to emphasize that we all need to keep learning and admit that we never 4 Texas Water Utilities Journal www.twua.org
will know everything. The best teachers are the ones who realize that there is much more to learn. Our hunger for knowledge allows us, as instructors, to step back into the classroom and remain relevant and up to date on new ideas. I have learned in order to be able to connect with my students. Students have asked for information on everything from lift stations to water hammer and why the water systems are so difficult to get along with. I carefully have to weigh questions on certain issues. I do not cross professional lines, but I also have to be honest and give solid advice to a utilities worker who finally has become brave enough to ask a serious question and then direct them to their best resources. I also have had to learn to use the humbling words “I don’t know” to questions that I never have encountered. Those words even are scary at times when I think I should have known the answer in the first place. After all, aren’t instructors supposed to be sources for answers? Maybe part of the legacy we can leave with our students is humility to learn how to seek out answers. So, my response has become, “Let me check and see what I can find out. You do the same, and maybe we can both learn something.” I read every water utilities book I can find and broaden my knowledge just to learn new things. I am not a reader by nature. My wife and my daughter both love to read. Me on the other hand, I don’t even like to read the directions. I always have been curious and would seek quick answers to questions, but I rarely took on reading or research without a specific and immediate purpose, which meant I rarely strayed past a needed information in the chapter. The Internet even has made it easier. My wife’s love for reading has influenced me as well. I now read more than I ever have in my life, and I believe her advice. “The key to helping someone become a reader is helping them find a book that they love,” she says. I know it seems obvious, but reading more has allowed me to add to my classroom. So, make connections, take down phone numbers of your instructors, and take them at their word that they will be there to help. Together, with all the members of TWUA, we have probably encountered just about every problem that could come up in a water system. Let’s put our heads together and help each other. We will all learn something in the process.
September 2017
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Central Office News by Russell Hamilton, TWUA Executive Director
F
ather, we come into your presence seeking your grace and forgiveness. We offer you the glory for all that you do and all that we take for granted. For the rainfall that Texas has received, we give you praise. The effects of this drought are far from over for some, so we ask that you would redirect clouds and rainfall to these areas of need. Father, no task or obstacle is too great for you, so we ask that you fill our lakes and cause our streams to flow with abundance while leading us to be a more appreciative society. One that does not take the precious gift of water or those who treat it for granted - Amen. As of July 28, 2017 – In West Texas, Lake Ivie is sitting at 22.2 % (- 1.2 %). Lake Spence is sitting at 14.2 % (-0.5 %). Lake Sweetwater is sitting at 22.3 % (- 1.2 %). White River is sitting at 21.9 % (+0.6 %). Panhandle, Lake Meredith is sitting at 23.7 % (- 0.6 %) and Greenbelt is at 25.9 % (- 1.3 %). If you want to get a complete look at lake levels, go to www.waterdatafortexas.org. Annual School - Some have been asking for the ability to preregister for Annual School 2018. That option is now available. If you want to go ahead and take advantage of preregistration, for the upcoming Annual School, you may go to the TWUA website and click on the training tab. The Omni will be the host hotel, and we are working with Omni staff to make the block and rate active. There are a limited number of rooms in the block, so I encourage you to take advantage as soon as the link is live. H.B. 1508 - will go into effect September 2017. This bill is directly related to those who have a criminal history and attempt to obtain a state license. The state currently reviews each application for initial license and renewal. If there is anything questionable in someone’s criminal history such as someone who must register as a sex offender, would not be approved for a Customer Service Inspector, Backflow tester, or any license where there is direct contact with the public. H.B 1508 puts the duty to inform applicants on the training providers. Specifically, if a person has a criminal history that
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could prevent testing or the issuance of a license – they MUST Be informed at the time of registration they have a right to have their criminal history reviewed by the state. Additionally, if the person is not informed, they have a right to refund or reimbursement of all fees associated with the training event. If you have been to the TWUA Website recently and clicked on the training tab, you have been directed to a page with information related specifically to H.B. 1508. Raffle Tickets – Tickets are available for the truck or the ATV. You may go to the TWUA website and click on either the pickup or the ATV and purchase tickets online. Related to the truck – if you are not interested because of brand or carrying capacity, TWUA will allow you to trade up – trade brands – add 4-wheel drive – and we will be receptive to working with you to obtain the vehicle that best suits your needs (it will be up to you to pay the difference). TWUA has a maximum amount of dollars that are allocated but if you want to upgrade in some form, buy the ticket, and we will work with you. Call if you have specific questions. The Story Goes Something Like This . . . . The time is 1915, and the story takes place in a small town near Indianapolis, Indiana. Audrey Singletary had just given birth to a 9-pound healthy baby boy. She named the baby John, after her favorite Apostle and bible author. When John was 11, his father was killed in a farming accident, and Audrey never remarried. The landowner was deeply affected by the accident and gave the house and 10 acres of land to Audrey and John. He also made sure the Singletary’s had meat when he took a cow or pig to be butchered. John was big for his age and looked older than he actually was. John tended to stay in trouble at school, and he had minor brushes with the law for petty theft. He also had a bit of a mean streak. Wasn’t a bully, but did not let anyone take advantage of him. The Great Depression hit in 1929. John and his mom were like many other families, they really struggled, but somehow seemed to keep food on the table. Audrey planted and harvested a garden every year. This garden September 2017
seemed to be her escape, and she seemed the happiest when she planted and dug potatoes. John would till the soil and prepare the beds so his mom would have an easier time planting. During these hard times, the newspapers were filled with news related to depression era bank robbers. Gangs like Bonny and Clyde, John Dillinger, Pretty Boy Floyd, Machine Gun Kelly, and Baby Face Nelson. Audrey’s son was fascinated by the news coverage, and he often commented on the positive acts of the robbers such as destroying mortgage documents and bank records. As fate would have it, John Dillinger had just robbed a bank in Franklin Indiana and had successfully avoided law enforcement but was looking for a place where he could hide out for a few days. Dillinger and three others spotted the barn out behind the Singletary’s home, and the gangsters pulled in and made an offer. If Audrey allowed them to use her barn and prepare food for three days, the gangsters would pay $100.00. Wasn’t much of a decision, seeing the gangsters were holding guns and by all accounts, they were not afraid to use them. John Singletary was infatuated with gangsters and the lifestyle they were living. It was not a stretch for John to ask to join or be a part of the gang when they were leaving. Dillinger said he was too young to participate in any of the robberies, but he could drive the car, and his job would be to keep them in the best mechanical condition. John did not tell his mom, he just left with the Dillinger gang.
As time passed, Audrey’s health began to fail. In one of her letters to her son, Audrey wrote – this may be the first year that I will not be able to plant or work my garden. My knees are bothering me more, and I cannot grip the shovel handle because of arthritis. I am alone, old, and weak. Wish you were here to help with the initial ground preparations. John received the letter and was heartbroken. He immediately wrote a reply. Mom, I am so sorry for what I have done and for not being able to assist you with your love of gardening. Mom, please be careful digging in the garden area. That “thing” that “Mr. D” left with us is buried in that area. A few days later, there was a knock on Audrey’s door. The FBI and other law enforcement agencies were armed with search warrants and shovels. They spent the better part of two days searching the entire “garden area” for the hidden treasure. A couple of days later another letter arrived from John. My dearest Mom, I trust your garden is now dug up, and you can plant your potatoes and vegetables. I could not be with you in person, but I do love you, and I hope you will make the best of the efforts put forth by all. I will think of some other way to help next year!, Your Loving Son, John Remember - we do not need all the operators in Texas to be a member of TWUA – JUST YOU ! ! ! !
From time to time while crisscrossing the state and avoiding the authorities the Dillinger gang would use the Singletary barn. Rumors had begun to surface among locals, saying the Dillinger gang had buried a large sum of money, guns, and bank records on the Singletary farm. Months passed and one day while waiting in the “get away” car outside a bank in Ohio, John Singletary and the Dillinger gang were arrested. The trial came quickly, and John Singletary was given 30 years for his participation in the bank robberies. Audrey continued to believe her son was a good man who had simply made some bad decisions and had poor role models. Every week Audrey would write John in prison. September 2017
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TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION connect. engage. educate
MANAGEMENT
ONLINE TRAINING INSTRUCTOR LED
When: Tuesday, September 19, 2017-through-Thu rsday, September 21, 2017 Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm (CDT) Member Fee: $350 Non-Member Fee: $400 (20 Hou rs - TCEQ Approved for Water & 20 Hours For Wastewater) No travel required! Training from the convenience of your own desk or home. Only a phone, computer and internet connection required .
REGISTER!! (Registration deadline: September 15, 2017) OBJECTIVES WITH THIS TRAINING:
PRESENTER
Share knowledge and experience that will:
Russell Hamilton TWUA Executive Director
• Improve understanding of math related to water treatment in a utility • Provide compliance with TCEQ for core training
Russell is currently the Executive Director for TWUA with 30 years of experience in management functions related to water and wastewater.
• Provide compliance with TCEQ for continuing education credit • Improve knowledge and understanding of skills used in the performance of water treatment in public water supplies
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Russell is a Double A Operator, and has presented traditional 20-hour classroom setting both at the regional and individual training events .
• Anyone who needs basic water training in their pursuit of an advanced operator license • Anyone who needs basic water for licensing or renewal • Water operators who are starting in the water industry • Anyone interested in acquiring more knowledge in basic water operations
Online Training: • Cannot be substituted for hands-on training required to teach critical skills • The same distance training repeated in the license renewal period will not receive training credit per 30 TAC 30.28 (p)(3)(c) • The same webinar training may not be repeated within the renewal period for training credit per 30 TAC 30.28 (s)(4) Requirements :
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Browser must be updated to the latest release and Internet Explorer must be Release 10 or later. Guaranteed bandwidth of at least 1 Mbps downstream. Registrant will be required to complete TWUA's identity verification process upon successful registration
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Identification verification and polling will be conducted during this training Comprehension and understanding will be tested throughout the course Passing an Exit Exam will be required for successful completion Any questions contact TWUA Central Office (888)367-8982 REGISTER TODAY!
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TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION 69th WEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL
LUBBOCK MEMORIAL CIVIC CENTER 1501 Mac Davis Lane NOVEMBER 7th - 9th , 2017
Academic Offerings WASTEWATER
WATER
Basic Wastewater Wastewater Treatment Wastewater Collection
WATER/WASTEWATER
Basic Water Water Distribution Ground Water Production *Surface Water I Water Laboratory
Water Utilities Safety Water Utilities Management Water Utilities Calculations Valve and Hydrant Maintenance **CCC/CSI ***Special Topics
Course schedule Tuesday 8:30 to12:00 and 1:00 to 5:30 Wednesday 8:00 to 12:00 and 1:00 to 5:00 Thursday 8:00 to 12:00 Lunch Included Tue, Wed, Thu, 12:00 to 1:00
*Surface Water I (24 Hour Class) Starts Nov. 6 at 1:00
**CCC/CSI = 20hrs Water, CSI, BPAT & 10hrs Wastewater, Irrigation
***20 hrs W/WW, subject to TCEQ approval
Registration and Fees Pre-Registration Until November 3rd, 2017 Mail Pre-Registration (Cash, Check or CC) Internet Pre-Registration (Credit Card Only) On-Site Registration (Cash, Check, Money Order, or CC)
TWUA Member Price $ 250 $ 250 $ 300 with Proof of TWUA Membership
Non-Member Price $ 300 $ 300 $ 350
Pre-registration via Mail or Internet (preferred) www.TWUA.org with Master Card or Visa. All students are provided study manuals, necessary class room supplies, and a quality lunch daily If testing you must make arrangements with TCEQ ** You must Pre-Register 60 Days prior. (Before Sept. 8th) (Online Application) ** https://www.tceq.texas.gov/licensing
Hotel Information ✄
MCM Elegante (Host Hotel), 801 Ave Q, Lubbock, TX 79401. (806) 763-1200 Group rate $82.00. Reservation cutoff date is November 3, 2017.
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Pre-Registration Form 69th WTRWUS School
Name: ___________________________________________ SS# or TCEQ Operator License#____________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: ________________________________________________Home Phone:________________________________ Work Phone:_______________________________ Course Selection: _______________________________________________ Representing (Organization): _____________________________________Job Title:___________________________________ TWUA District/chapter: __________________________________________ Check #/ Amount $_______________________ Credit Card # _______________________________________Name on Card:_______________________________________ Exp Date:__________________Billing Zip:____________ 3-Digit # ______ (Back Of Card) / Amount $___________ Email Address: ___________________________________________ Proof of Registration Needed
(For Testing)
Make checks payable to WTRWUS. No purchase orders accepted. No refunds after November 3, 2017. Please mail Pre-Registration Form and payment to: Attn: Secretary / Treasurer, P.O. Box 5068, Lubbock TX 79408 If you have any questions, please call Renata Martinez at (806) 775-2613 or Fax (806) 775-3943
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TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION 69TH ANNUAL WEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL LUBBOCK MEMORIAL CIVIC CENTER 1501 MAC DAVIS LANE NOVEMBER 7TH – 9TH 2017
14 Awesome Water & Wastewater classes, Take a Look! Lunch included All 3 Days! With daily drawings for prizes, and a Big Screen TV given away on Wednesday Meet & Greet in the Vendor area with Free Beverages & Appetizers (Tuesday 7th @ Civic Center 5:30-7pm) 4th Annual Texas Hold’em Tournament, benefiting V.M. Ehlers Scholarships with prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd places, with a Cash Bar & Snacks (Tuesday 7th @ Civic Center from 7-10pm) Corn Hole Tournament, benefiting V.M. Ehlers scholarships with prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd places, with a Cash Bar & Snacks (Tuesday 7th @ Civic Center from 7-10pm)
Drawing for an IPad benefiting the V.M. Ehlers Scholarships
if you want to test at the school, Do not forget to register “Online” with tceq At least **60 days prior** (before sept. 8th)
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FIELD News
HORSEPLAY OR CARELESSNESS WHILE AT WORK Ron Parker, STS, CHST
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et’s admit it, we all at some time, have played a joke on a coworker. At times it alleviates stress on the job site. That is the upside. Part of enjoying our job is liking our co-workers and having a good laugh. The downsides are more numerous. Construction is a profession, not a sport. Horseplay and pranks should never be welcomed or tolerated.
Carelessness can be just as dangerous, and just as wrong. The majority of construction deaths every year are the results of falls from high elevations. Workers don’t lock the wheels of rolling scaffolding before mounting it. Some workers don’t secure the tops of extension ladders. Some workers work on leading edges without fall protection.
Construction can be a very dangerous profession. There is no room for carelessness, practical jokes, or fun and games. Someone can easily be injured or killed. I am sure that would not be intentional, however it can happen. The person or persons performing the practical jokes probably would never get over causing an injury or death. I did some research on practical jokes on a job site and would like to share a couple with you to make you think of the consequences should you think of pulling a prank on a co-worker.
Carelessness comes when workers don’t put ladders in trenches that are four feet or more deep. Power cords are sometimes used with the ground pin missing, or when bare wires are exposed. There are many more instances of carelessness on the job site, but I believe you get the picture. Indifference to safety endangers you and your co-workers. If you encounter horseplay or carelessness on the job site you must report it. After all safety is everyone’s job. S
An excavator operator had worked for 30 years and was due to retire. His foreman decided to play a preretirement prank on him. The foreman greased the floor of the excavator causing the operator to slip, fall out of the cab of the excavator, and suffer a broken hip. A carpentry crew decided to play “Cops and Robbers” with power actuated tools. Nails flew around the job, breaking windows and scarring walls. As nails flew out of windows, some nails narrowly missed a small boy walking past the job site. No one was injured but think of what could have happened. I wonder where this crew is working now, if anywhere. Most of us have stories such as these, but these jokes aren’t funny. They could be considered criminal. Although horseplay results in many accidents, and sometimes death, there are only a few who would even think of actions such as the aforementioned.
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RESILIENCE IN TIMES OF UNCERTANTY By Beth Payne
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hese are uncertain times for many government employees, contractors and interns. Government policies are unclear or changing dramatically. Some federal agencies still have a hiring freeze, making it harder to get the job done in understaffed offices and overseas posts. Many agencies face potentially severe budget cuts. The more resilient we are, the easier it is to be flexible and adaptable in times of uncertainty and stress. We are more likely to collaborate with others to find innovative solutions to the problems uncertainty brings to the workplace. This is why it is critically important to focus on building or maintaining high resilience during these uncertain times. Here are some tips on how you can enhance your resilience during this challenging period. •
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Take care of yourself: Prioritize taking care of yourself and carve out time on your calendar for recovery, whether it’s taking a ten-minute walk every afternoon, joining friends for lunch, or cooking yourself a healthy meal after work. Resist the temptation to just work longer and harder since this will actually reduce productivity in the long run. Minimize alcohol and ensure you get 7-8 hours of sleep. Focus on what you can control: Identify what you can control, influence, and not control. Use active problem solving to take more control over important issues. For example, if you feel like you cannot control your work-load, practice saying no and setting boundaries to give yourself more control. Develop strategies to influence issues that are important to you and try to stop thinking about concerns outside of your control.
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Maintain meaning and purpose: Remind yourself why you decided to be a government servant and explore what you need to stay passionate and committed to the work you do. Look for meaning and purpose outside of work through volunteerism, hobbies, family, and spirituality. Explore your alternatives if you no longer find meaning and purpose at work.
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Practice reframing: Look for the positive aspects of challenges you face. If your budget is cut, what are the potential positive outcomes? If you have fewer staff, how can you turn this challenge into an opportunity?
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Seek social support: One of the most important ways we enhance our resilience is to spend time with other people. Invite colleagues to lunch and commit to spending more time with family and friends.
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Laugh: Watch more funny movies and television shows, listen to funny podcasts, spend more time with friends and colleagues who make you laugh.
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TEXAS WATER UTILITIES To register for any TWUA classes – simply complete the registration form and fax to (512)459-7124 or contact TWUA @ 888-367-8982 for additional details. *NOTICE: Due to recent increases for training materials, class costs have Increased. ***Pre-Registration Is defined to mean 14 Days prior to any scheduled event. All registrations received after the pre-registration cutoff date must pay on-site registration fee. We strongly encourage everyone to please pre-register by fax, e-mail, or calling. On-site registrations are welcome but not preferred.
Date
Basic Water
TCEQ 0092
20 Hours
Sept 11-13
Corpus Christi
Basic Water
2726 Holly
Sept 20-22
Weslaco
Basic Water
1912 Joe Stephens Rd
Oct 17-19
Carrollton
Basic Water
2711 Nimitz
Oct 24-26
Beaumont
Basic Water
1305 Langham
Ground Water Production
TCEQ 0223
20 Hours
Sept 26-28
Stafford
Ground Water Production
902 Corine
Oct 9-11
Corpus Christi
Ground Water Production
2726 Holly
Nov 14-16
ON-LINE
Ground Water Production
twua.org
Water Distribution
TCEQ 0605
20 Hours 425 Franklin
Sep 26-28
Waco
Water Distribution
Oct 17-19
San Marcos
Water Distribution
501 E Hopkins
Oct 17-19
Victoria
Water Distribution
2902 Bluff
Oct 17-19
Granbury
Water Distribution
5507 Tin Top Hwy
Oct 30-Nov 1
Corpus Christi
Water Distribution
13101 Leopard
Nov 14-16
Beaumont
Water Distribution
1305 Langham
Jan 23-25
Carrollton
Water Distribution
2711 Nimitz
Surface Water Production I
TCEQ 0942
24 Hours
Wylie
Surface Water I
949 Hensley Lane, Building 300
Surface Water Production II
TCEQ 0954
20 Hours
Nov 1-3
Sept 27-29
Port of Brownsville
Surface Water II
2993 N Indiana
Dec 4-6
Wylie
Surface Water II
949 Hensley Lane, Building 300
Water Laboratory
TECQ 0285
20 Hours
Sept 12-14
Granbury
Water Lab
5507 Tin Top Hwy
Basic Wastewater
TCEQ 0059
20 Hours
Sept 13-15
Corpus Christi
Basic Wastewater
2726 Holly
Sept 18-20
Weslaco
Basic Wastewater
1912 Joe Stephens Rd
Dec 12-14
San Marcos
Basic Wastewater
801 MLK Drive
Feb 20-22
Carrollton
Basic Wastewater
2711 Nimitz
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TRAINING SCHEDULE 20 HOUR CLASSES: (PRE-REGISTRATION) $300 MEMBER $360 NON-MEMBER. (ON-SITE) $350 MEMBER $410 NON-MEMBER – 24 HOUR CLASSES (PRE-REGISTRATION) $360 MEMBER $420 NON-MEMBER (ON-SITE) $410 MEMBER $470 NON-MEMBER. YOU CAN REGISTER ON-LINE AT HTTP://TWUA.ORG/TRAINING.PHP FOR YOUR NEXT TRAINING CLASS. *ON-LINE COURSES MAY VARY
Wastewater Treatment
TCEQ 0437
20 Hours
Oct 17-19
Stafford
Wastewater Treatment
902 Corine
Oct 24-26
Gatesville
Wastewater Treatment
106 S 23rd
Nov 7-9
Kilgore College
Wastewater Treatment
1100 Broadway Blvd
Wastewater Collection
TCEQ 0080
20 Hours
San Marcos
Wastewater Collection
170 Charles Austin Dr twua.org
Sep 5-7
Wastewater
Wastewater
Oct 24-26
ON-Line
Wastewater Collection
Nov 1-3
Corpus Christi
Wastewater Collection
13101 Leopard
Nov 7-9
Carrollton
Wastewater Collection
2711 Nimitz
Nov 14-16
Waco
Wastewater Collection
425 Franklin
Wastewater Laboratory
TCEQ 0081
20 Hours
Wastewater
Activated Sludge
TCEQ 0009
20 Hours
Wastewater
Wylie
Activated Sludge
949 Hensley Lane, Building 300
Utilities Management
TCEQ 0550
20 Hours
ON-LINE
Utilities Management
twua.org
Oct 4-6
Sep 19-21 Oct 3-5
Kilgore
Utilities Management
3901 FM 349
Oct 10-12
Waco
Utilities Management
425 Franklin
Dec 12-14
Beaumont
Utilities Management
1305 Langham Rd
Pumps and Pumping
TCEQ 0430
20 Hours
Victoria
Pumps & Pumping
2902 Bluff
Dec 11-13
Corpus Christi
Pumps & Pumping
13101 Leopard
Apr 24-26
Carrollton
Pumps & Pumping
2711 Nimitz
Nov 14-16
Utilities Safety
TCEQ 0426
20 Hours
Sep 12-14
Beaumont
Utilities Safety
1305 Langham
Sep 12-14
Waco
Utilities Safety
425 Franklin
Oct 11-13
Corpus Christi
Utilities Safety
2726 Holly
Nov 14-16
Stafford
Utilities Safety
902 Corine
Mar 27-29
Carrollton
Utilities Safety
2711 Nimitz
September 2017
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W/WW
W/WW
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Training Schedule (continued from page 17)
Oct 2-4
Valve & Hydrant Maintenance
TCEQ 0961
20 Hours
Wylie
Valve & Hydrant Maintenance
949 Hensley Lane, Building 300
Utilities Calculations
TCEQ 0108
20 Hours
Oct 24-26
Waco
Utilities Calculations
425 Franklin
Dec 6-8
Wylie
Utilities Calculations
949 Hensley Lane, Building 300
Dec 5-7
Gilmer
Utilities Calculations
120 Henderson
Chlorinator Maintenance
TCEQ 0124
20 Hours
Sep 19-21
Victoria
Chlorinator Maint/Disinfection
2902 Bluff
Dec 5-7
ON-LINE
Chlorinator Maint/Disinfection
twua.org
Customer Service Inspection/
TCEQ 0173,0043
20 Hours
CSI/CCC
106 S 23rd
W/WW
W/WW
W/WW
W/WW/CSI/BPAT
Cross Connection Control Sep 19-21
Gatesville
Oct 11-12
ON_LINE
CSI 10 Hrs
twua.org
Nov 28-30
San Marcos
CSI/CCC
501 E Hopkins
Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester Refresher
24 Hours
W/WW/CSI/BPAT
40 Hours
BPAT
Effective Instructional Tecniques (Instructor I)
40 Hours
No operator hours
Instructional Design and Evaluation (Instructor II)
40 Hours
No operator hours
TWUA Central Office
1106 Clayton Lane
Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester 40 Hr
Oct 16-20
TCEQ 1200
ON-LINE TRAINING ----2017----' Sept 19-21
Management
On-Line
20 Hours
W/WW
Oct 11-12
CSI
On-Line
10 Hours
W/CSI/BPAT
Oct 24-26
Wastewater Collection
On-Line
20 Hours
Wastewater
Nov 14-16
Ground Water Production
On-Line
20 Hours
Water
Dec 5-7
Chlorinator Maint/Disinfection
On-Line
20 Hours
W/WW
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Work Zone Fatalities Increase 27 Percent in Texas-TxDot.gov TxDOT urges extreme caution as motorists make up vast majority of those killed AUSTIN – Work zone fatalities in Texas last year increased 27 percent, resulting in 181 lost lives. Of those fatalities, 174 (96 percent) were motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists. “People often think work zone crashes result in the deaths of roadside workers, but statistics show the vast majority of these fatalities are drivers like you and me who are passing through as motorists,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “We urge you to pay attention and adhere to posted traffic signs when driving through work zones to ensure your safety and the safety of the men and women who are working on our roads. At the end of the day, we want everyone to return home safely to their loved ones.” TxDOT reminds drivers that every single day requires caution when driving through work zones. As the state’s population continues to boom, the price of progress can mean more than 2,500 active TxDOT work zones at any given time. In 2016, there were 25,713 work zone crashes in Texas. The leading causes of fatal work zone crashes statewide – speeding and failure to stay in a single lane – are entirely preventable.
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By law, drivers are required to move over or slow down when approaching work crews, emergency vehicles or tow trucks stopped on the roadside or shoulder with flashing blue or amber lights. Traffic fines in work zones double when workers are present and can cost up to $2,000. As part of its ongoing Work Zone Awareness campaign, TxDOT is partnering with Austin-based Texas Mutual Insurance Company to host events around the state. An integral part of Texas Mutual’s mission – helping employers prevent workplace incidents and minimizing their consequences – aligns with TxDOT’s Work Zone Awareness efforts. For media inquiries, contact TxDOT Media Relations at MediaRelations@txdot.gov or (512) 463-8700. The information contained in this report represents reportable data collected from the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (CR-3). This information was received and processed by the department as of March 6, 2017.
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THE TWUA 100TH ANNUAL SCHOOL MARCH 4TH – 7TH CORPUS CHRISTI. COME JOIN FELLOW OPERATORS AND SUPPORT TWUA’S OPERATOR TRAINING PROGRAM. 100-YEAR CELEBRATION ACTIVITIES WILL BEGIN AT 1:00 P.M. ON SUNDAY AT THE OMNI. ASSOCIATION MEETINGS AND AWARDS PRESENTATION START ON SUNDAY AND ALL CLASSES BEGIN AT 8:00 A.M. MONDAY MORNING AT THE AMERICAN BANK CONVENTION CENTER. FOR THOSE WHO HAVE INQUIRED – THE CLASS REGISTRATIONS FOR THE 100TH ANNUAL SCHOOL IS NOW OPEN AND ACTIVE ON THE TWUA WEBSITE. CALL TWUA CENTRAL OFFICE (888-367-8982) IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED ASSISTANCE. THE OMNI WILL BE THE HOST HOTEL AND THERE WILL BE A LIMITED ROOM BLOCK SO IF YOU PLAN TO UTILIZE THE HOST HOTEL, PLEASE REGISTER WHEN THE BLOCK IS ACTIVATED. CURRENTLY THE BLOCK IS INACTIVE, BUT WHEN IT IS ACTIVATED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED.
SEE YOU IN CORPUS! 26 Texas Water Utilities Journal www.twua.org
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Employer: _____________________________________ Job Title: ______________________________________ Amount of Dues Enclosed: $ _______________________ Signature of Member: ______________________________________ Today's Date: _____________________________________________ A portion of your TWUA Dues is allocated for a subscription to the Texas Water Utilities Journal. Submit all dues to the TWUA Central Office: 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 112 W, Austin, TX 78723-1093 For more information, Ms. Adee at: 512-279-8129. Fax: 512-459-7124.
September 2017
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TCEQ JULY LICENSES BACKFLOW PREVENTION
PICKERING, WILLIAM E III
CABRERA, DAVID
RUIZ, JOSE J JR
ASSEMBLY TESTER
ROYDER, DON H
COLLINS, JIMMY C
SALING, NATHAN R
RYDER, JAMES A
GARCIA, ALEXANDER
STEVENS, LESLIE L
ARREDONDO, GERARDO
SALGADO, JOSUE
HENRY, MARK S
WILLIAMS, JORDAN L
DENT, HOWARD L
SIST, MATTHEW H
HERNANDEZ, JAIME A
DINH, JOHNTUAN N
SUAREZ, CARLOS E
KUBIN, BRADLEY J
DRY, KENNY A JR
WILLIAMS, AHMAD R
LEE, COREY L
EDWARDS, ALEXANDRIA D
WILLIAMS, DONALD R
LOMBARDINI, RUBEN C
WATER OPERATOR CLASS D
MCDANIEL, JODY L
FEKANY, SHAUN M FIERROS, JUAN P
GROUND WATER TREATMENT
MCRIGHT, WESLEY D
ACREE, ETHAN
FORKNER, JAMES A
OPERATOR
MEVIS, MATTHEW D
ALEGRIA, ANTONIO
MORAN, CESAR G
ANDRICHYN, ALLEN P
PEREZ, BENITO
BARRERA, ALEJANDRO J
GOMEZ, NEIL J SR
RAGLE, RUDY P
BENAVIDEZ, SERGIO
HERRERA, STEVEN B
ROSALES, RUBEN
BERG, SAMUEL
SMITH, MATTHEW J
BOWDEN, MERL E
TAPIA, LUIS G
BOYD, VINCENT E
JACKSON, ANJANETTE M
TATUM, DANIEL R
BRYAN, AUSTIN J
KENNEDY, JAMES A
BLANCHARD, JOSHUA J
THORNTON, POLLY A
CODY, BRENNEN S
KING, BRANDON J
BULLARD, ERIC C
WELCH, DERICK
DAVIS, JUSTIN D
MALATEK, GARY L
GAMBLE, ROBERT E
WILLIAMS, ALFORD CHARLES JR
DELEON, JOSE R
MANN, GARY L
HARBIN, BETTY J
WILLIAMS, FELICE L
DYER, DUSTIN L
MANNKE, JOE A
JOHNSON, JOSHUA S
WORMINGTON, CLIFFORD J
EICHER, JOSEPH L
MANUEL, ERIC K
JONES, CARLTON M
MEJORADO, MARCOS N
LANGLEY, JEREMY S
WATER DISTRIBUTION
FLORES, CHRISTOPHER
MORGAN, KRIS J
MARTINEZ, TIMOTHY L
OPERATOR
GARZA, MICHAEL Q
MUNOZ, ROGER M
MEYER, DANIEL R
OROPEZA, ERNESTO
NARANJO, ROBERT J
RAY, TRUMAN B
POSEY, STEVEN S
RAYBORN, ANTHONY L
RICO, CODY T
DICIACCIO, MARK
HERNANDEZ, RODOLFO T
SMITH, JAKE R
ROSALEZ, MAURO
FOWLER, TOBEY G
HIGGINBOTHAM, JACOB S
TAMEZ, LEROY
ROYSTON, CARL L
JORDAN, CURTIS D
HUMPHREY, ROBERT D
TOOKER, KENNETH S
SANDERS, DERRICK L
PAUL, BRIAN K
IMA, DYLAN J
TREVINO, GASPAR III
WINCHESTER, NATHANIEL R
GAGE, PEYTON L GARNER, STEVE G
CLASS B RAGLE, RUDY P
HODGES, KOLTON C ISHAM, ROBIN C
CLASS C
TURNER, JAMES R
FERGUSON, JASON
GARZA, RICARDO CLASS B
HARDIN, BRADLEY
JACKSON, JOHN M CLASS C
OPERATOR
INSPECTOR CLASS B
JONES, HUNTER M LAMBERT, REAGAN P
SURFACE WATER TREATMENT CUSTOMER SERVICE
GONZALEZ, MICHAEL A SR
BAKER, PADEN A
LOPEZ, CARLOS
BERRY, JOHNNY W
LUTZ, JAMES A
BRIDGES, DUSTIN
LYTLE, LANCE J
CARTER, TAYLOR D
MANN, JESI R
CASTILLO, ELI
DOWELL, ANTHONY D
DICK, MATTHEW G
MARTINEZ, JUAN C
CHAMBERLAIN, CHARISE P
GARZA, ROBERTO E
DICKERSON, CHRISTIAN W
MARTINEZ, ROY JR
COWLING, JACOB L
SCHEY, RYAN E
DOVE, TOMMY R
MCCASLIN, HARRELL E III
CRONE, MATTHEW E
SIMMONS, JOE D
GILCREASE, TRAVIS J
MCDERMOTT, JOSH
DAVIS, JONATHAN L
VELEZ REYES, ELENA P
HARRIS, ROGER A SR
MCNETT, OWEN F
JONES, PRESTON E
MONTOYA, STEVEN
KIZER, CURTIS A
MORGAN, NELSON
LAPRADE, NAPTALLY M
MYERS, RICK F JR
RODRIGUEZ, CHRISTOPHER L
OLDNER, JONATHAN M
BENNETT, CHRISTOPHER D
EDMUNDSON, NATHAN F GUARDIOLA, RAUL
CLASS C
HIGH, JOHN W PAEZ, JOSE J
BRAESICKE, WILLIAM E
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TCEQ JULY LICENSES ONTIVEROS, SAUL J
CORONA, JESSE D
LOPEZ, ANTONIO F
MCCULLOUGH, ANTHONY E
ORTIZ, ANDY S
DRAKE, TERRY L
MARBACH, THOMAS
NAVARRO, EZEQUIEL JR
PALACIOS, ARMANDO J
GUICE, RODERICK K
MARTIN, SPENCER C
OLIVAREZ, BOBBY
PENA, HUMBERTO JR
HARDWICK, NATHAN W
MARTINEZ, MARTIN A
PEREZ, JOEY F
PEWSEY, SAM
MAYS, STEVEN B
NIX, JONATHON W
PERRY, HEIDI
RANGEL, JAVIER
MCFADDEN, STERLING L
SANCHEZ, KARINA
ROBINSON, THOMAS M
RAY, CHRIS E
RUTHERFURD, GEOFF E
SONNY, JASCHUA K
SUNIGA, JASON T
RENEAU, ANDREW R
SPROWL, BRUCE A
STOWELL, TIMOTHY M
SUNIGA, LETICIA M
VASQUEZ, FELIX
SYKES, NATHAN C
WAGNER, MARK M
TREVINO, ISMAEL R
WATTS, KEVIN M
TREVINO, JOHN A
WILLIAMS, SCHYLER M
WATSON, CURTIS P
RIDPATH, ANDREW J SCHLOTZHAUER, EAN M
COLLECTIONS III
SCHWARZ, MATTHEW SHATRAW, BRANDON R
CAMPBELL, CHRISTOPHER W
SIMS, ALLEN W
LOPEZ, JOE C JR
SINGLETON, ALLAN
RODRIQUEZ, HALSEY
SNODGRASS, ANTHONY L
WILLIAMS, SKOTT A
SOLOMON, DUSTY
CLASS D ALLDREDGE, BILLIE J JR
STROTHERS, DAVID R
WASTEWATER TREATMENT
ALLEN, TREY
SYKES, NATHAN C
OPERATOR
ATKINS, ZACHARY C
TASSAN, JACOB P TAYLOR, JOHN F PHD
BURNETT, GARRETT A CLASS B
THURMAN, MELANI P
CROUCH, LOGAN W DEROUSSELLE, JEREMIAH D
TORRES, JENNIFER L
ARENIVAS, JAVIER D
ESPINOZA, DANIEL J JR
TRESSLER, TIMOTHY
BAILEY, DUSTIN C
FRAZIER, GARY M
TRONCOSO, ARTURO
CHAVEZ, BASILIO M
GARCIA, JESUS M JR
VASQUEZ, JUSTIN P
DAVENPORT, ALTON R
GRANADOS, JOSE A
VILLEGAS, JONATHAN L
GARZA, ALONSO JR
GUERRERO, ROMAN JR
WALKER, DAVID E
GOLLIHAR, MICHAEL S
HERBERT, JON D
ZUNIGA, RAMON V JR
HINSON, YANCY G III
ISAAC, TKWASI
LUKAS, ROBERT C
JONES, HUNTER M
WASTEWATER COLLECTION
PRICE, BENJAMIN R
KLOVSTAD, KYLE E
OPERATOR
SANDOVAL, JESSE S JR
KNAPP, BRANDAN D
THELEN, ADAM B
MALONE, WESLEY E MANLIC, MAXIMO III
COLLECTIONS I CLASS C
MCCREARY, DAVID A
BOWDEN, MERL E CORTINAS, RENE JR
BATES, THOMAS K
EPPERSON, JOSH A
CALDWELL, MICHAEL A
ESCOBAR, JAVIER
CHACON, JESUS
FIGUEROA, FRANK
DICKERSON, CHARLES L
GREER, ANTHONY A
ESQUIVEL, LORENZO JR
GRIGGS, CHAD P
FAILS, CHARLES C
HURST, GARY J
GARCIA, ALFREDO G
LAFRANCE, MARK D JR
GARCIA, JOSE D III
MATA, ALVARO
GORDON, DAN M HARTLEY, STEVEN D
COLLECTIONS II
HUGHLETT, HELEN V KENNEDY, JOSEPH R
CARRERA, DEREK W
LEE, CHRISTOPHER W
CORN, JAMES R JR
LOERA, JESUS J
September 2017
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WATER / WASTEWATER OPERATOR El Lago, Texas Double “C” Operator to operate a 550,000 Gal Water / Wastewater Plant ( Purchased surface water, with wells, and ground storage tanks ) We prefer experience also in line repair and backhoe operations. We pay for all of the employee’s and their families. Health insurance and the retirement is thru TML ($1.25 to our $1.00 ) Schools, licenses and uniforms paid. Salary $17 to $27 DOQ, Email resume and salary requirements to: david@wcid50.com
VARIOUS OPENING Pearland, Texas Pearland Public Works/ Please visit pearlandtx.gov/careers to view and apply for various opening in the Public Works Department.
DIRECTOR OF WATER / WASTEWATER UTILITIES Seguin, Texas This position involves advanced professional and managerial work in directing the activities of the Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment (2 treatment facilities) and Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Maintenance Departments. This is a very responsible management position that also requires technical expertise. Duties include oversight of regulatory compliance, system operations, storage system, construction, pumps, equipment, facilities, budgeting and management of personnel.
Salary negotiable dependent upon qualifications. Applications accepted at www.applitrack.com/seguintexas/ onlineapp. Position open until filled. Position requires ten years of experience in water/wastewater treatment and distribution operations, three of which were in a supervisory or managerial role and Class “A” Water and Class “A” Wastewater licenses. May consider an “A” license in either field with ability to obtain “A” in other field within one year. Candidate with a bachelor’s degree with major course work in biology, chemistry, water engineering, or other related field preferred. Class “A” Water and Class “A” Wastewater licenses preferred but will consider an “A” license in either field with ability to obtain “A” in other field within one year. Candidate with a bachelor’s degree with major course work in biology, chemistry, water engineering, or other related field preferred. Class “A” Water and Class “A” Wastewater licenses preferred but will consider an “A” license in either field with ability to obtain “A” in other field within one year. Fax resume and salary requirements to: 830-401-2478 Email resume and salary requirements to: ksalinas@ seguintexas.gov
operations & maintenance and capital improvement projects; budgeting management for operation and maintenance and capital improvement funds; initiating, reviewing and coordinating CIP projects; and coordinating performance and efficiency measurement. Responsible for the compliance and the regulatory requirements set by the state and federal regulatory agencies. apply at www.saws.org/jobs
WASTEWATER OPERATOR The Woodlands, Texas The San Jacinto River Authority is currently seeking a Utility Operator for their Wastewater Treatment Plant 1 located in the Woodlands Division. This position operates wastewater collection, conveyance, Treatment and disposal systems in a safe, cost-effective and efficient manner and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. Pay range is $16.90 to $21.13/hour plus applicable license premium. To apply and view a complete job description, please visit our career page at www. sjra.net/about/careers.
MANAGER - PRODUCTION & TREATMENT OPERATIONS (DOS RIOS) San Antonio, Texas 78212 The Manager - Production & Treatment is responsible for the operation and maintenance of water production, water or wastewater treatment, collection, odor control or recycle systems, or industrial district Heating & Cooling production system facilities. Responsibilities include: staffing for
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