San Antonio Water System

  • *CURRENT SAWS EMPLOYEES ONLY* Senior Chlorination Technician (DCOPS) - Eastside

  • SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM
  • 2800 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio, Texas 78212 United States View Map

Job Description

Grade 17 - Starting hourly rate: $23.40. Rate of pay depends on qualifications.

**Must possess a valid Class "A" Commercial Drivers License**

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Chlorination Technician is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of procedures for the proper flushing and sampling of the systems water facilities. Maintains compliance with all applicable governmental regulations regarding water quality. Is responsible for the proper management of all chlorination equipment and materials to ensure a proper and safe working environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Develops, implements, and executes procedures for proper water flushing and sampling in accordance with appropriate governmental regulations.
  • Complies, reviews, and analyzes testing and sampling results and develops proper reports as it pertains water quality.
  • Analyzes, reviews, and interprets construction plans, as-built for proper execution of planned activities.
  • Prioritizes, assigns, and checks all work tasks for the chlorination teams to ensure established goals are met.
  • Ensures that the applicable principles, practices, and specifications of chlorination, water chemistry, and water sampling procedures are followed.
  • Supervises, selects, trains, and develops staff.
  • Manages the safety and maintenance of all chlorination equipment in order to promote a safe working environment.
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
  • Supports various program initiatives.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


DECISION MAKING

  • The Senior Chlorination Technician receives general supervision.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • High School Diploma or GED.


  • Four years’ experience in operating chlorination equipment, including two years of water sampling experience.
  • Pass a physical examination for Chemical Hazardous Material Responses and Respiratory Protection.


  • TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution or Class "C" Groundwater Operator License.
  • Valid Class “CDL-A” Texas Driver’s License with hazardous material endorsement or obtain the endorsement within 90 days.
  • Work Zone Traffic Control, Competent Person Excavation Safety, and Confined Space Certifications or obtain within 12 months.
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training within 12 months of hire.
  • Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Supervisory experience.


JOB DIMENSIONS

  • Contact with internal and external customers, contractors, and governmental agencies.
  • Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and pulling a maximum force of 150 pounds. 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, snakes and poisonous insects. Also operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.

Will be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.
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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: 11/1/2026 11:59 AM Central
San Antonio Water System

San Antonio Water System

(210) 233-2025

The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties.  The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.

As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.

San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful. 

Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.

SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.

SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.

Why Choose a Career at SAWS?  

For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.

For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.

For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.

For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.

For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.

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