15 jobs found in galveston

Job Description Under general supervision, a Wastewater Plant Operator operates and maintains a City wastewater treatment plant and lift stations. Ensures all plant activities meet regulatory compliance requirements, provides various regulatory reports, reads and records readings from meters, inspects plant and mechanical equipment for malfunctions, participates in the installation, overhaul and repair of equipment, and ensures adherence to safety procedures and programs. Knowledge of safety rules and regulations and wastewater treatment principles, methods and practices is required. A High School Diploma or equivalent AND two years’ experience in wastewater plant operations is required. Required Licenses include a valid Texas Driver’s License and at minimum aTexas Class D Wastewater Operator License. Closing Date/Time: October 31, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description The Telecommunicator position coordinates Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services for emergency and non-emergency calls for service. The ideal candidate must be able to efficiently and accurately operate computer-aided dispatch software in conjunction with the radio system to dispatch information to public safety personnel while constantly monitoring and maintaining contact with field units and relay instructions to the closest and most suitable unit available. Telecommunicators are required to work a variety of schedules in a 24-hour, 7 days per week Communications Center which includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Primary duties include answering incoming, multi-line Emergency 911, and non-emergency telephone calls and delivering lifesaving medical instructions when needed. Telecommunicators are considered essential personnel that must work through emergency situations including hurricanes and other natural and man-made disasters. The selected candidate must have a High School diploma or equivalent; possess a valid Texas Driver’s License; and be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug, and alcohol screening, a criminal background check, and a CritiCall 911 Public Safety Call-Taker computerized test. Closing Date/Time: August 30, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under general supervision, the Accountant provides professional accounting services for the City including journal entries, financial reports, compliance reporting, audit preparation, and related financial activities. Processes monthly bond payments, bond agent fees and loan payments, creates new grant accounts, approves/denies daily requisitions, records ad valorem distribution of property taxes from the County to the City, and assists in budget development activities. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Code of Federal Regulations, State/Federal Regulations, and requirements governing the various grant programs is required. Must be skillful in preparing financial reporting and understanding assets, liabilities, revenue and expenditures, analyzing financial data and detailing assets, liabilities, and capital as well as summarizing and interpreting both current and projected financial positions. A Bacheloru0027s Degree in Accounting or a related field; AND five yearsu0027 experience in public accounting is required; may require two years’ experience in grants/fund accounting; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Closing Date/Time: July 31, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under general supervision, an office assistant performs various basic staff support functions for a City Department. Duties of this position include greeting incoming visitors, answering incoming phone calls, performance of cashiering duties as required, scanning documents and sending/receiving faxes. Must have knowledge of principles and practices of modern office systems, records retention and customer service. Must be skillful in handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgement, multi-tasking, and performing data entry with a high degree of accuracy. A High School Diploma AND one year of experience in general staff support is required. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License. Closing Date/Time: July 31, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under minimal supervision, the Gate Attendant is a front-line customer service position which requires physical stamina to stand, walk, or sit for 8 or more hours per day in an outdoor work environment. Gate Attendants are required to work weekends and holidays and are responsible for managing cash collected from selling tickets to patrons entering various City Beach Parks including accurately making change and reporting collections. Must possess excellent customer service skills, communicate effectively with the public, and promote a positive recreation environment. Gate Attendants must be able to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations and communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Besides working outdoors, physical demands include, but are not limited to, squatting, crouching, reaching, bending, twisting, and lifting/moving up to 20 pounds. Tourism Ambassador Certification and similar prior experience preferred. Salary 8.50 per hour. Candidates must be at least 16 years of age to be considered for the position. Closing Date/Time: August 30, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under general supervision of the Public Works Superintendent, supervises work crews performing field assignments throughout the City.Plans, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects, monitors work, develops staff skill and evaluates performance, provides technical guidance, assistance and training, meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues, develops work plans and assures required deadlines are met. Manages the operations and control of assigned public works operations. Knowledge of public works activities in a municipal environment is preferred, including concrete construction, drainage maintenance, and street paving operations. A thorough understanding of work zone control methods, occupational hazards and safety precautions and principles of effective employee supervision is required. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required AND a minimum of one year of supervisory experience is required. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License. Closing Date/Time: June 28, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under general supervision, conducts fire and arson investigations; performs inspections of commercial, industrial and public buildings to ensure compliance with City fire prevention codes and ordinances. Participates in arson and major fire investigations; photographs fire scenes; preserves and collects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects. Reviews plans for new construction to determine compliance with fire prevention codes; issues operational and construction permits. Applies and explains complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances to various audiences. Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent; AND three years’ experience in fire service operations; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Certifications: TCOLE Basic Peace Officer license; TCFP Basic Fire Inspector and Arson Investigator certification. A valid Texas Driver’s License is required. Closing Date/Time: June 28, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under general supervision, an Equipment Operator operates various vehicles, heavy equipment and specialized equipment within a City Department. Duties include installing or repairing water and sewer lines, performing various building maintenance and repair activities, performing traffic control for work projects, performing safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, and maintaining activity reports. Must have knowledge of operations of motorized construction/maintenance equipment and vehicles, water and sewer system operations, and construction, maintenance and repair practices and methods. Must be skillful in using various hand and power tools and equipment, utility location, and map reading. A High School Diploma or equivalent AND one year of heavy equipment and vehicle operations experience is required. Must possess a valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License. Closing Date/Time: May 29, 2020 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under close supervision, a Parks Maintenance Worker performs various maintenance and repair activities of the City’s parks and recreation center facilities. Duties of this position include operation of light motorized vehicles and equipment, performance of basic landscaping, interior building cleaning, and minor maintenance on equipment. Must have knowledge of and be skillful in parks building maintenance and repair operations, basic irrigation system maintenance, repair methods/procedures, and traffic control methods and procedures. A High School Diploma or equivalent AND one year of experience in parks facilities maintenance and repair operations is required. Must possess a valid Texas Driver License. Closing Date/Time: October 31, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under general supervision, a Crew Leader performs various public works maintenance and repair activities of the City’s infrastructure, provides work direction to other maintenance staff. Distributes materials to work crews, performs inventory of supplies, parts and materials, orders and receives various items from vendors, performs setup for traffic control operations, and replaces and installs water hydrants and valves. Knowledge of water and sewer system operations, traffic control operations, and principles and practices of project management is required. A High School Diploma or equivalent AND three years’ experience in public works maintenance and repair operations, including two years of supervisory experience. May possess a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Closing Date/Time: October 31, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Assist full and part time supervisory staff, and monitors participants in recreation program for adults, or youth. Assist in setting up facilities for programs and helps maintain a clean, sanitary facility. Must have necessary knowledge and skills to interact and supervise the participation of patrons, and students. Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License. Closing Date/Time: January 31, 2020 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Position performs unskilled labor and limited manual labor requiring physical strength and endurance. The position will include but not limited to general maintenance of the Recreation Center, cleaning, trash pickup, restroom maintenance, and operating janitorial equipment. This position will be required to perform any and all types of housekeeping duties that are required in order to keep facility clean and sanitized. A high school diploma or GED is required. Must have a valid Texas Driver’s license. Closing Date/Time: April 30, 2020 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under general supervision, a Laborer performs general manual labor activities within a City department. Performs sign installation and maintenance, cuts and lays underground pipe, repairs water leaks and water main or sewer system breaks, performs street repair and asphalt overlay activities, repairs pot holes and sidewalks, and performs water and sewer service connects to customer locations. Knowledge of street maintenance and repair operations, concrete installation and repair methods and procedures, and water and sewer systems is required. A High School Diploma or equivalent AND one year of experience in public works maintenance and repair operations is required. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License. Closing Date/Time: September 30, 2020 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Under limited supervision, the Main Wastewater Treatment Plant Chief Operator performs a variety of duties including, but not limited to: supervising the operations of all the City’s wastewater treatment plants operations, inspecting daily operations reports, data entry into plant records, and supervising and approving a variety of maintenance and repair tasks on wastewater treatment plant equipment and lift stations. Must have knowledge of process control, laboratory analysis, basic water Chemistry, and mechanical ability. A High School diploma or GED AND 5-7 years of related experience. Must have a Class B Wastewater License or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire and a Class C Water Operators License. Must also possess a valid Texas Driver’s License. Closing Date/Time: June 28, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST

Job Description Monitors activities and performs services at the pool area to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers and customers. Provides a high level of customer service while ensuring a safe, welcoming, and fun environment. Ensures guest safety by overseeing assigned areas; and protects weak or distressed swimmers in times of need. Effectively communicates and maintains standards of safety. Responds quickly, intelligently, decisively, and in accordance with established emergency action plan. Assists with various assigned tasks such as guest check-in and cleaning and lifting objects. Performs daily maintenance functions of cleaning restrooms, grounds, building(s), equipment, etc. Determines chlorine content and pH value of water with water testing kit and logs information appropriately. Immediately reports unsafe equipment, facility, chemical, etc. issues to management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate must be at least 16 years of age, successfully complete a swim test, and possess or obtain required lifeguard certifications within 2 weeks of hire. REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess a current or be able to obtain the following certifications within 2 weeks of hire– (1) Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or equivalent; (2) Red Cross CPR Certification or equivalent; and (3) current Red Cross Standard First Aid Certification or equivalent. Closing Date/Time: July 31, 2019 at 11:59 PM CST