July 2012

Texas WaTer UTiliTies

JOURNAL VOLUME 22 JULY 2012 NUMBER 7

"Proudly Serving Educational Excellence since 1918"

March 4-7 TWUA Annual School David Moore Norma Clark, (432)528-1608 (512) 459-3124

Feb. 6-9 Far West Texas Regional School Norma Clark Tom Ezell, (432) 553-1196 Pecos County Civic Center (432) 528-1608 Ft. Stockton, Texas March 20-22 Panhandle Regional School Jessie Flores Ruben Arias (806)378-3019 Amarillo Civic Center (806)378-3019 Amarillo, Texas

April 24-27 Southeast Regional School Pat Bell Rob Starr, (409) 755-1559 Holiday Inn Centre (979)265-3619 Beaumont, Texas May 8-10 Central West Texas Regional School Shorty Radde Mickey Chaney (325) 548-2237 Abilene Civic Center (325) 378-2021 Abilene, Texas

May 14-18 North Central Texas Regional School Wayne Owen Selena Jackson (972)237-8377 Univ. of Texas Arlington (817)335-2491 Arlington, Texas June 4-7 Central Texas Regional School Mark Seffrood Damon Boniface, (254) 986-2949 Killeen Civic Center (254)634-7461 Killeen, Texas July 9-11 Southwest Texas Regional School Tony Salinas Lynn Short, (361)485-3381 Embassy Suites (512)393-8024 San Marcos, Texas August 13-15 Permian Basin Regional School Norma Clark Norma Clark, (432) 528-1608 MCM Grande Hotel (432)528-1608 Odessa, Texas August 27-30 East Texas Regional School Mike Norris Mike Norris (903)939-8278 Harvey Hall & R.T.D.C. (903)939-8278 Tyler, Texas Nov. 5-8 West Texas Regional School Paul Nolen Russ Ropes (806)775-3237 Lubbock Civic Center (806)775-2747 Lubbock, Texas

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2012 TWUA REGIONAL SCHOOL SCHEDULE

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ARTICLES S TRAINING LISTINGS S EMPLOYMENT

Articles:

President's Perspective..................................................................6 by, Norma Clark, TWUA President

TWUA Executive Director News: ....................................................8 by, Russell Hamilton, ED

PES News: Summary of Pretreatment Standards...........................................10 by, Alphonse Newton, City of Fort Worth

Customer Service News: THave You Called Your Office Lately ...........................................12 by,Teresa Allen, Customer Service Coach

Safety News: OSHA Updates...............................................................................16 by, Renee Witherspoon, Safety Committee Chair

TWDB News: Stabilizing Reverse Osmosis Permeate........................................24 by, Texas Water Development Board

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Training: TWUA East Texas Regional School Registration Information .............................22 TWUA Permian Basin Texas Regional School Registration Information ............... 5 TWUA Southwest Regional School Registration Information ..............................13

TWUA Training Schedule.................................................................................14 TCEQ Public Drinking Water Conference...........................................................23 TEEX Training Schedule...................................................................................27

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TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATON PERMIAN BASIN REGIONAL SCHOOL

AUGUST 14-16, 2012 – MCM GRANDE HOTEL, 6201 E. BUSINESS I-20, ODESSA, TEXAS

ACADEMIC OFFERINGS WATER WASTEWATER WATER/WASTEWATER Basic Water Basic Wastewater Water Utilities Safety Groundwater Production Wastewater Treatment Water Utilities Management Water Distribution Wastewater Collection Special Topics Surface Water Production II Wastewater Laboratory

REGISTRATION FEES

TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION MEMBERS Pre-Registration (Until 8/3/12) Pre-Registration by Credit Card On-Site Registration $230.00 $235.00 $250.00

NON-MEMBERS OF TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION Pre-Registration (Until 8/3/12) Pre-Registration by Credit Card On-Site Registration $290.00 $295.00 $310.00

Registration includes lunch on August 14 & 15. Pre-registration packet pickup and onsite registration begins at 7:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 14. General Session begins at 7:45 am on Tuesday, and all students are required to attend. NO CREDIT CARDS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR ON-SITE REGISTRATION.

HOTEL

The MCM Grande is offering a special room rate of $74.99/outside or $79.99/inside. To obtain the special rate, please contact the hotel at (432) 362-2311 and specify the Permian Basin Water School. Reservation cut off date is 7/25/12. THE SCHOOL ONLY HAS 125 ROOMS BLOCKED AND HOTEL ROOMS ARE IN VERY SHORT SUPPLY IN ODESSA/MIDLAND. MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS EARLY!!!

GOLF TOURNAMENT

A golf tournament will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 13th at Hogan Park in Midland. Cost of the tournament is $65/person and includes green fee, cart, and prizes.

REGISTRATION FORM - PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY OR TYPE

Name ___________________________________________ Social Security or License # ______________________ Representing ______________________________________________ Phone _______________________________ Address ____________________________________________ City ___________________ State ___ Zip __________ Email Address _______________________________________________________ Course Selection ________________________________________ TWUA Member ____Yes ____No TWUA District/Chapter ____________________________________________ Bill my (Visa) (Mastercard) # _______________________________________________ Exp. Date _________________ Security code__________ Cardholder’s name _____________________________ Card Zip Code _________________ Payment MUST accompany registration. No purchase orders accepted. No refunds will be made; however, substitutions are allowed. Credit Card registrations may be made online at www.twua.org, mailed or faxed to: (432) 332-1965. Make checks payable to Permian Basin Regional School. Mail to: P.O. Box 12604, Odessa, TX 79768. If you have questions, please contact Norma Clark at (432) 528-1608.


TWUA PRESIDENT: Meet, John Hill, City of Abilene Norma Clark, President

Hello, Summer is here – my favorite time of the year! The month of May was busy, the Central West Texas Regional School was held May 8-10 in Abilene, and the North Central Texas Regional School was held May 14-18 in Arlington. Both schools were well attended. TWUA is fortunate to have awesome volunteers and officers, each of these schools did a fantastic job.

As I attend each school, I am emphasizing the TWUA Awards Program which is set up to recognize TWUA members that provide exemplary service in their work, to the Association, in public education, community involvement, or heroism. A list and description of all of the awards, as well as a nomination form, is available on the TWUA website (www.twua.org) . If you know of a deserving individual, please let us know by completing a nomination form.

The TWUA member I am featuring this month is John Hill from the City of Abilene. John was the recipient of one the 2011 Operator of the Year Awards. Congratulations John!

Why did you choose this industry as your profession?

Prior to water treatment, I was an operator at an oil refinery where I operated cooling towers, pressured sand filters, softeners, and boilers. When the refinery closed, I knew that I didn’t want to stay in oil, but knew that water was going to be my destiny. There is always security in the water industry, and I haven’t looked back since.

What about this industry do you find the most challenging?

I would say the most important thing right now is making the public and public officials more aware, as many times as it takes, to let them know how vital and valuable water is, that our children’s future for water depends on us, and to make the right decisions now and do what it takes to secure that future. Otherwise, what’s it all for?

What contributions do you feel that you have made to this industry (professional or personal)?

I was a part of the Performance Based Training on Disinfection Byproducts, Hosted by EPA and TCEQ. I feel the training was valuable not only to myself but to our water systems for the future. I would like to give a special thank you to all my management staff for their continued support on this training: Director Mr. Tommy Obrien, Assistant Director Mr. Rodney Taylor, Water Utilities Managers Mr. Richard Williams, and Mr. Kenny Hutchins. Another area is in training the new incoming personnel and introducing them into the amazing and technical world of water, teaching and inspiring and hopefully preparing them in a way that they will be ready to meet all the demands and challenges that are coming their way and letting them know that they are not alone in this journey.

How many years have you been in this industry?

Since I was 18 years old. I have been involved in water from the time I inspected potable water jugs on the C-130 Aircraft in the USAF, to treating the

wastewater and process water at the refinery to the present. I have 14 years at the city of Abilene, approximately 30 years total, and hope to continue another 30 years.

What challenges do you see facing this industry?

We have just gone through the hottest summer on record in 2011, and as all Texans, boy did we ever feel it. There are still towns and cities struggling to meet their water needs, so the biggest challenge I would say is our Drought Contingency Plans and how better to ensure all of our needs . As a country

united, we all share the responsibility to our fellow citizens. We must have one united goal and that’s to “serve for the better good of all”.

What do you want to be remembered for from your involvement in this industry?

That I, John Hill, have to the best of my ability left everything on the field 110%, gone the extra mile because

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this will always lead to better and more opportunities , and never having to say should of, could of, would of or what if. Do the things in life worth doing and when it comes to our industry, there are no excuses, we have to make it happen, Water is Life.

How long have you been a member of TWUA?

I have been a proud member since 1998, 14 years and counting. I enjoy all the people in this organization and they do a tremendous job, and have a great teaching program. Can’t say enough.

How has TWUA assisted you in this industry?

I have always taken advantage of all the extra programs that you offer to members. Tutoring sessions, I hope

they never stop. I sure miss the Texas A&M days. But really, I could always count on members always helping no matter what the issue and just the true Texas spirit of people who care enough to care. Amen.

What changes can TWUA implement to become a better organization for our members?

I think the new and improved website is awesome. In the new world of technology, it’s a must! Change is always good, sometimes hard but needed. The one thing I would change is Veteran benefits. Some of our most valued water employees are Veterans. I’m not aware of any such benefits. There are a lot of good future employees coming home; let’s make them welcome S

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NEWS: Russell Hamilton, TWUA ED


Wow, it's hard to believe how quickly this year is passing. School will be back in session and the holidays will be here before you know it. I remember when school years took forever to end and summer break were just as long.

I believe we can all be thankful for the rainfall the state has received this year, but please keep abundant rainfall in your prayers. West Texas and the Panhandle are in critical need of a “significant” rain event in order to replenish the lakes. You might get an idea of the seriousness of this drought when “reuse” is now being publicized as a “practical alternative” for supplementing source water.

The various regional training events to date have been going well. Attendance has been good and I just wanted to thank those who chose TWUA events. If you are in need of classes to advance a license or continuing education for license renewal, I hope that you will take advantage of the remaining regional events (San Marcos, Odessa, Tyler, & Lubbock) and the individual classes sponsored around the state. Please refer to the TWUA website or the journal for specific information.

Side note relating to training; we are not sure if it’s an advertising issue or there needs to be more clarifications, but we are noticing a significant number of attendees who register for Surface I but miss the first 4 hours of the training. This 24 hour class has been around for awhile but, the 24 hour concept appears to be a struggle for some.

If you miss the first 4 hours thinking the class is like the traditional 20 hour classes; you will not receive credit for the complete class and you cannot simply take four hours of an upcoming (Surface Water I) class. In several instances the student’s last minute switches to one of the 20 hour classes or if the instructor is willing to stay after normal hours and come in early to make up the missed class time. For the latter option there is additional monetary compensation for the instructor to consider; so it ends up becoming complicated. For all the managers and supervisors, please assist us by making sure your staff is aware of the additional classroom requirement for (Surface Water I) and the Pumps and Pumping courses. While we have compassion and sympathy for the operators, this attendance requirement is something beyond our control.

Central Office has finished the upgrade of the telephone system. In addition to the contact numbers that you are used to calling, it is now possible to call directly to the desk of the person you require assistance from. The traditional numbers will continue to be answered by staff just as you are accustomed too. However, this is simply another tool to streamline the process. Please see the notice in this journal and make note of the new numbers.We have been diligently working toward completion of our Distant Learning or Computer Based Training project. I am happy to report that we are now testing a version of the completed process. This project has proven more complex than originally thought but I think this work will provide a product that will propel TWUA into the electronic learning market. This electronic training is not intended to replace traditional classroom training but for those who choose to use this training method, it should provide additional options for how you receive operator training. The product and out process will still need to be presented to TCEQ for review and approval and once that has happened we will definitely start the advertising process.Story goes something like this. A wealthy southern attorney was known for finding and exploiting “loopholes” in the law. One day while reading, he noticed that at an exclusive auction, a box or rare and vintage cigars recently sold for more than $12,000.00. The clever attorney concocted a scheme whereby he could buy similar cigars and get his insurance company to pay.He searched for the next rare items auction and purchased a very rare and even more expensive box of cigars. For 24 cigars he paid $15,000.00. This gentleman quickly insured the cigars against fire, and theft just like he did for his other valuables and treasures. Once he received documentation that the cigars had in fact been insured – for the next 24 days he would sit on his front porch and enjoy one of the rare cigars. Once he had smoked all the cigars, he filed a claim with the insurance company stating “through a series of small fires, the cigars had been consumed by flame.”The insurance company challenged the claim and took the man to court; but was ordered to pay the claim, because the policy “did not specify nor define the exact nature of fire it covered or excluded.”Under protest the insurance company issued a check

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NEWS: Russell Hamilton, TWUA ED Officer:

BOBBY ROGERS President

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LYNN SHORT President-Elect

Secretary/Treasurer [email protected]

TOM CLARK Vice-President

Secretary/Treasurer [email protected]

GLENDA DUNN Immediate Past President

[email protected]

TANNY BUSBY, JR. 2nd Past President

[email protected]

Central Office Direct Contact Numbers:

RUSSELL HAMILTON Executive Director

(512) 279-8122

DAVID MOORE Training Coordinator

(512) 279-8125

ANGELA MONROE Event Coordinator

(512) 279-8124

DONNA MARTIN Accounting

(512) 279-8128

HENRIETTA ADEE Membership Coordinator

(512)279-8129

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and the attorney immediately took it to the bank. The moment the check was cashed, the attorney was arrested, charged, and eventually convicted of twenty-four counts of arson – one for each cigar. Unable to find any additional loopholes or buy his way out, he was sent to prison for ten years, where he met his demise in an argument over a pack of cigarettes.For me the moral of this story is, looking for shortcuts and working the system typically leads to short term gain but in the end it catches up with you. I believe that in water treatment, distribution, and collections we as operators impact and affect public health so do you want to be the operator that took a short cut or will you be the one who takes pride in the job performance ?S

Remember- We do not need all the operators of Texas to be members of TWUA – JUST YOU ! ! !

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PES NEWS: Summary of Pretreatment Standards By, Alphonse Newton, REM City of Fort Worth


Summary of standards Attachment 3-1: Summary of Categorical Standards EPA has established categorical pretreatment standards (for indirect dischargers) for 35 categories. Plans for EPA’s expansion and modification of the list are detailed in the Effluent Guidelines Plan, published in the Federal Register biennially as required at CWA section 304(m). The list of the industrial categories that have categorical pretreatment standards_ Pretreatment Standards for Existing industrial categories that have categorical pretreatment standards-Pretreatment Standards for Existing Sources (PSES) and Pretreatment Standards for New Sources (PSNS)-as of March 2011 is provided below. Note due to space limitations some standards have been abbreviated.

Attachment 3-1: Summary of Categorical Standards No.

Category 40 CFR Part

Subparts` Type of standard

Overview of pretreatment standards

1 Aluminum Forming

467 A-F PSES PSNS

Limits are production-based daily maximums and monthly averages.

2 Battery Manufacturing

461 A-G PSES PSNS


3 Carbon Black Manufacturing

458 A –D PSNS Limits are for oil and grease only)

4 Centralized Waste Treatment

437 A-D PSES PSNS

Limits are concentration-based daily maximums and monthly averages.

5 Coil Coating 465 A-D PSES PSNS

Limits are production-based daily maximums and monthly average.

6 Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO)

412 B PSNS Process wastewater discharge is

7 Copper Forming

468 A-D PSES PSNS


8 Electrical and Electronic Component

469 A-D PSES PSNS

Limits are concentration-based daily maximums and 30-day averages or monthly averages.

9 Electroplating 413 A, B, D-H PSES Limits are concentration-based (or alternative mass-based equivalents) daily maximums and four-consecutive monitoring-days averages. Two sets of limits exist, if facility is discharging more or less than 10K gpd of process wastewater.

10 Fertilizer Mfg 418 A-G PSNS Limits may

specify zero discharge of wastewater pollutants (Subpart A), production-based daily maximums, and 30-day averages

11 Glass Mfg 426 H K-M PSNS Limits are concentration or production based daily maximums and monthly averages.

12 Grain Mills 406 A PSNS Discharge of process wastewater is prohibited at a flow rate or mass loading rate (BOD5 and TSS) that is excessive during periods when a POTW is receiving peak loads.

13 In Formulating 447 A PSNS Regulations specify no discharge of process wastewater pollutants to a POTW.

14 Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing

415 A, B,F,L,AH,AJ,AL,AR, AU, BC, BL, BM, 415BO,B-F,H,K-N, P, Q, T. V, AA, AC,AE,AH,AL,AJ,AL, AN, AP, AQ, AR, AU, AX, BB,BC,BH,BK-BO.

PSES Limits vary for each sub part with a majority of the limits concentration-based, daily maximums, and 30-day averages, or they may specify no discharge of wastewater pollutants.

15 Iron and Steel Manufacturing

420 A-F, H-J, L PSES PSNS

Limits are production-based daily maximums and 30-day averages.

16 Leather Tanning and Finishing

425 A-I PSES PSNS


17 Metal Finishing

433 A PSES PSNS


18 Metal Molding and Casting

464 A-D PSES PSNS

Limits are primarily production-based daily maximums and monthly averages.

19 Nonferrous Metals Forming and Metal Powders

471 A-J PSES PSNS

Limits are production-based daily maximums and monthly averages. In some instances, the discharge of wastewater pollutants is prohibited.

20 Nonferrous Metals Manufacturing

421 C, F-M, P,Q,V,X,Y, AA-AC

PSES Limits are production-based daily maximums


and monthly averages. PSES (Subpart F)

21 Oil and Gas Extraction

435 D PSES PSNS

Regulations specify no discharge of wastes (e.g., produced water drill cuttings) to a POTW.

22 Organic Chemicals, Plastics, and Synthetic Fibers

414 B-H, K PSES PSNS

Limits are mass-based (concentration-based standards multiplied by process flow) daily maximums and monthly averages. to metal-or cyanide bearing wastestream

23 Paint Formulating

446 A PSNS Regulations specify no discharge of process wastewater pollutants to the POTW.

24 Paving and Roofing Materials (Tars and Asphalt)

443 A-D PSNS Limits are for oil and grease only (no limit duration specified).

25 Pesticide Chemicals

455 A, C, E PSES PSNS

Limits are mass-based (concentration-based standards

26 Petroleum Refining

419 A-E PSES PSNS

Limits are concentration-based (or mass-based equivalent) daily maximums.

27 Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

439 PSES PSNS

PSES PSNS

Limits are concentration-based daily maximums and monthly averages. Such facilities may certify that they do not use or generate cyanide in lieu of performing monitoring to demonstrate compliance.

28 Porcelain Enameling

466 A-D PSES PSNS

Limits are concentration-based (or alternative production-based) daily maximums and monthly averages. Subpart B prohibits discharges from certain operations.

29 Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard

430 A-G, I-L PSES PSNS

Limits are production-based daily maximums and monthly average. Such facilities may certify that they do not use certain compounds in lieu of

performing monitoring to demonstrate compliance. Facilities subject to Subparts B and E must also implement BMPs as identified.

30 Rubber Manufacturing

428 E-K PSNS Limits are concentration or production-based daily maximums and monthly averages.

31 Soap and Detergent Manufacturing

417 O-R PSNS Regulations specify no discharge of process wastewater pollutants to a POTW when the wastewater chemical oxygen demand (COD)/BOD7 ration exceeds10.0 and the COD concentration exceed subcategory specific concentrations.

32 Steam Electric Power Generating

423 PSES PSNS

Limits are concentration-based daily maximums, engineering calculations.

33 Timber Products Processing

429 P F-AH PSES PSNS

All PSNS (and PSES for Subpart F) prohibit the discharge of wastewater pollutants.).

34 Transportation Equipment Cleaning

442 A-C PSES PSNS

Operators subject to effluent guidelines in subparts A-B must either meet concentration-based daily maximum standards or develop

35 Waste Combustors

444 A PSES PSNS

Limits are concentration-based

You can contact me at [email protected].

Next issue we will look at POTW Pretreatment Program Responsibilities. Excerpted from

Chapter 3 – Summary of Categorical Standards, National Pretreatment Program

Pretreatment Standard June 2011

CUSTOMER SERVICE NEWS: Have You Called Your Office Lately? By, Teresa Allen, Customer Service Coach


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Every now and then we all need a reality check. This month I would suggest a customer service reality check in the form of a call to your own office and a visit to your own website. When you do this, here are a few things you should look and listen for:

The Telephone First Impression:

1. Is the business name clearly and consistently identified?

2. Does the VOICE of your business emit the tone that you want to set?

3. Is the process of reaching a LIVE person and easy one or frustrating one?

Your Website First Glance:

1. Can a customer/prospective customer immediately see how to contact you by phone?

2. Is the navigation simple and direct?

3. Does the front page set the tone of your business?

Too often our customers and potential customers can see the holes in our first impressions much easier than can we. As a matter of fact, we are so familiar with our own business that it is hard to see with the eyes of an outsider. In addition to taking the above steps yourself, get a friend or relative who has not called your business and has not visited your website take the steps outlined above. The results may be eye opening from both a customer service and sales perspective.

Another suggestion is to do this same exercise with three or four of your strongest competitors, calling their place of business and visiting their website. You will quickly see their weaknesses and also will be able to identify their strengths. (This is a great exercise in which to involve front-line personnel)

Once this has been completed, sit down with a group of management and front line personnel to discuss how refinements can be made to bolster your first impressions. Being your own consultant can be a profitable adventure! S

TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION 56th ANNUAL

SOUTHWEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Embassy Suites San Marcos Hotel, Spa and Conference Center

1001 E. McCarty Lane, San Marcos, Texas JULY 9 - 11, 2012

THE CITY OF SAN MARCOS HOSTS THE 56TH ANNUAL SOUTHWEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL AT THE EMBASSY SUITES SAN MARCOS HOTEL, SPA AND CONFERENCE CENTER, 1001 E. McCARTY LANE, SAN MARCOS, TEXAS. THE EMBASSY SUITES IS OUR HEADQUARTERS HOTEL AND HAS BLOCKED A NUMBER OF ROOMS FOR THE SCHOOL AT A SPECIAL RATE OF $134.00/NIGHT. TO MAKE RESERVATIONS CALL (512)392- 6450. TELL THEM YOU ARE ATTENDING THE TWUA S.W. TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL. CUT OFF DATE IS JUNE 15, 2012. MONDAY NIGHT WE WILL HAVE OUR ANNUAL EXHIBITORS APPRECIATION EVENT WITH DINNER, ENTERTAINMENT AND DOOR PRIZES. ALL SCHOOL ATTENDEES ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.

REGISTRATION (PROOF OF TWUA MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED)

TWUA MEMBERS NON-MEMBERS PRE-REGISTRATION (BEFORE JUNE 20, 2012) $ 195.00 $ 265.00 ON-SITE REGISTRATION $ 245.00 $ 295.00 ON LINE AND CREDIT CARD REGISTRATIONS WITH TWUA WILL INCLUDE AN ADDITIONAL $ 5.00 HANDLING FEE.

ACADEMIC OFFERINGS

WATER CERTIFICATION HOURS WASTEWATER CERTIFICATION HOURS BOTH W & WW BASIC WATER UNIT I BASIC WASTEWATER UNIT I UTILITY SAFETY SURFACE WATER II WASTEWATER TREATMENT UNIT II UTILITY MANAGEMENT WATER DISTRIBUTION WASTEWATER COLLECTION UNIT III SPECIAL TOPICS FOR WATER SPECIAL TOPICS FOR WASTEWATER

Grade A exams will be conducted at 8:00 a.m. Tues. morning. All testing fees payable to TCEQ.

ANNUAL PEDDLER’S SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2012 THE REGION WILL HOST THE ANNUAL PEDDLERS GOLF TOURNAMENT. ALL PROCEEDS GENERATED WILL GO TOWARDS THE S.W. REGIONS V.M. EHLERS SCHOLARSHIP FUND ENDOWMENT. CONTACT LYNN SHORT AT (361) 485-3381 FOR FORMS OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

SOUTHWEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL PRE-REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION FOR EACH REGISTRANT. PHOTOCOPY FORM IF NECESSARY. CHECKS OR MONEY ORDERS ONLY PLEASE. SORRY, NO REFUNDS. SUBSTITUTIONS MAY BE MADE.

NAME: SS# - - DATE: BADGE NAME: JOB TITLE: ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: REPRESENTING: TWUA DISTRICT COURSE SELECTION: PHONE NUMBER: REGISTRATION FEES: @ _______________________ $ EXTRA DINNER TICKETS @ $ 30.00 $ TOTAL ENCLOSED: $ SEND REGISTRATION FORM AND FEES TO: TWUA SOUTHWEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL LYNN SHORT, SEC/TRES (361) 485-3381 203 WINDWOOD LANE VICTORIA, TEXAS 77904


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.

TWUA TRAINING SCHEDULE

Date Location Course Address Hours Credit

Jul 30- 1 McAllen Basic Water 2501 W Exp 83 20 WDec 11-13 Waco Basic Water 200 Colcord 20 WJul 24-26 McAllen GW Prod 2501 W Exp 83 20 WAug 21-23 Kyle GW Prod 520 E RR150 20 WSept 18-20 Victoria GW Prod 2902 Bluff 20 WJul 17-19 Gatesville SWP II 110 N 8th 20 WJul 10-12 Carrollton Distribution 4750 Josey Lane 20 WAug 14-16 Waco Distribution 200 Colcord 20 WAug 21-23 Victoria Distribution 2902 Bluff 20 WJul 16-18 Corpus Basic Wastewater 2726 Holly 20 WWAug 6-8 Gatesville Basic Wastewater 110 N 8th 20 WW

Sep 11-13 Waco WW Collection 200 Colcord 20 WWOct 16-18 Victoria WW Collection 2902 Bluff 20 WWNov 13-15 Corpus WW Collection 2726 Holly 20 WWJuly 24-26 Goliad WW Lab 211 E Franklin 20 WW

Sep 4-6 Gatesville WW Lab 110 N 8th 20 WWOct 1-3 Corpus Act Sludge 2726 Holly 20 WWAug 6-8 Corpus Pump and Pumping 2726 Holly 24 W/WWAug 7-9 Memphis Pump and Pumping 303 S 8th 24 W/WW

Nov 13-15 Victoria Pump and Pumping 2902 Bluff 24 W/WWSep 11-13 Carrollton Safety 4750 Josey Lane 20 W/WWOct 9-11 Waco Safety 200 Colcord 20 W/WW

Oct 16-18 Gatesville Chlorinator Maint 110 N 8th 20 W/WWJuly 31-Aug 2 Ransom Canyon CSI/CCC Ridge Road 20 W/WW/CSI/BPAT


TWUA TRAINING SCHEDULE20 HOUR CLASSES : (PRE-REGISTRATION) $180 MEMBER $230 NON-MEMBER (ON-SITE ) $230 MEMBER $280 NON-MEMBER

24 HOUR CLASSES: (PRE-REGISTRATION) $240 MEMBER $ 290 NON-MEMBER (ON-SITE) $290 MEMBER $340 NON-MEMBER You can registrar on-line at http://www.twua.org/training.php for

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For credit cards please fax this form to 512/459-7124 Checks or money orders mail completed registration form along with payment to: Texas Water Utilities Association · 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 112 West · Austin, TX 78723-1093, Phone: 512/459-3124 or 888/367-8982, FAX: 512/459-7124, Register on-line at www.twua.org To obtain TCEQ License Number: http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/nav/data/licensed_data.html

OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING CUSTOMERS: Beginning March 1, 2011, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) will accept a credit card or electronic check transfer for payments for all new occupational license and registration applications. As a result, any person applying for a new Occupational License or registration will be able to pay their application fee online using the TCEQ’s ePay system. Note: All online renewals will continue to be processed through Texas.gov. The ePay system allows companies, cities, municipalities, and organizations to pay up to 20 employees at one time using this system. At the time of the exam a printed receipt will be required. The receipt is considered to be a copy of the email verifying your payment or a copy of the web page showing the Trace Number and Voucher Number(s). For additional information and instructions on how to use the ePay system, please visit http://www.tceq.texas.gov/licensing/exams/registration. If you have questions please contact the Occupational Licensing Section at 512-239-6133 or email us at [email protected]. Allan Vargas, Manager Occupational

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SAFETY NEWS: OSHA's Update to Hazard Communication Will Affect You By, Renee Witherspoon, MS, CSP, CH, CHMM, Safety Committee ChairHow OSHA’s Update to Hazard Communication Will Affect You

By: Renee Witherspoon, MS, CSP, CIH, CHMM, Safety Committee Chair

On March 20, 2012, OSHA announced its final rule updating the Hazard Communication Standard (Hazcom) to align with the United Nations' Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals, also known as GHS. This update is a significant change to the standard and will require everyone working with hazardous chemicals to complete additional training by December 1, 2013.

Because Federal OSHA regulations do not cover State or municipal entities, the Texas Legislature enacted the Texas Hazard Communication Act (THCA). The THCA was patterned after OSH’s Hazard Communication Standard and provides the basic requirements that employers must meet to provide chemical hazard information to their employees. Although not a requirement under THCA, proactive municipalities as well as other public employers will be educating their employees on the changes.

Significant New Changes

There are three significant changes to the Hazard Communication standard (HCS): hazard classification, labels, and safety data sheets or SDSs (previously known as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)).

Hazard Classification

Hazard definitions have become more specific to allow for more accurate classifications of health and physical hazards, as well as for classification of mixtures.

Labels

Chemical manufacturers and importers will be required to provide a label that includes a harmonized signal word, pictogram, and hazard statement for each hazard class and category. Training on the new pictograms and signal words on the new labels will be important (see table entitled “HCS Pictograms and Hazards”). Labels will now have pictograms consisting of a symbol on a white background framed with a red border that represents a distinct hazard. Precautionary statements must also be provided.

SDSs

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) will now have a specified 16-section format where previously there was no required format for the hazard information. The SDS format is the same as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard format which is widely used in the U.S. and is already familiar to many of us.

Compliance Dates

Training should be completed on the new label elements and safety data sheets by December 1, 2013. Employers have until June 1, 2016 to update alternative workplace labeling and their written program. Any additional training for newly identified physical or health hazards should be completed by this date also.

From now to December 1, 2013 employers may comply with the previous standard, the current standard or both.

Preparing for the Transition to GHS

If you will be responsible for implementation of this new standard at your facility, here are some practical pointers on where to start:

1. Review the text of the new standard to be familiar with the overall scope and purpose. http://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/HCSFinalRegTxt.html

2. Review Appendix D to 1910.1200 – Be familiar with the general requirements for each of the 16 sections of the Safety Data Sheets. http://www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/hazcom-appendix-d.html

3. Update the written hazard communication program to include changes to labeling and SDS sections.

4. Update the workplace list of hazardous chemicals, see 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(ii) or Section 502.005, Workplace Chemical List in the Texas Hazard Communication Act. http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/HS/htm/HS.502.htm

5. Update your Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) binders with the new 16-Section Safety Data Sheets (SDS) as they come in.


6. Continue to provide training to employees on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment, and whenever a new chemical hazard is introduced into their work area. Use the “Hazcom Training Documentation Sheet” as a guideline to document compliance with the new training standards.

7. Maintain training documentation.

Conclusion

HCS explains how to classify, label and describe hazardous chemicals with appropriate warnings. HCS also standardizes how these hazards will be displayed on the labels and safety data sheets. Our job will be to understand these key changes, and make sure that each employee working with hazardous chemicals is aware of these new changes.

Those responsible for hazard communication training should start reviewing now to be familiar with the changes. Hopefully once this new harmonized approach to hazard communication is implemented; it will improve the consistency and accuracy of chemical labels and SDSs.

Remember that training should be completed by December 1, 2013.

HCS Pictograms and Hazards

Health Hazard

Carcinogen Mutagenicity Reproductive Toxicity Respiratory Sensitizer Target Organ Toxicity Aspiration Toxicity

Flame

Flammables Pyrophorics Self-Heating Emits Flammable Gas Self-Reactives Organic Peroxides

Exclamation Mark

Irritant (skin and eye) Skin Sensitizer Acute Toxicity Narcotic Effects Respiratory Tract

Irritant Hazardous to Ozone

Layer (Non-Mandatory)

Gas Cylinder

Gases Under Pressure

Corrosion

Skin Corrosion/Burns Eye Damage Corrosive to Metals

Exploding Bomb

Explosives Self-Reactives Organic Peroxides

Flame Over Circle

Oxidizers

Environment

(Non-Mandatory)

Aquatic Toxicity

Skull and Crossbones

Acute Toxicity (fatal or toxic)

Hazcom Training Documentation Sheet In accordance with OSHA’s Updated Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200(h))


This checklist can be used to document information and training on hazardous chemicals in the work area. As a minimum, training is required at the time of initial assignment, and whenever a new chemical hazard the employees is introduced into their work area. Additional training above the minimum OSHA standard can always be added. Attach additional information provided during the training event to this sheet. Employee name or Job Title(s): **See attached sign-in sheet (check if applicable)

Date:

Hazardous Chemical(s): Safety Data Sheet (SDS): Attached or available at (location): _____________________________________

Compliance Item # Examples Specific Information provided to Employee(s) 1. Methods and observations

used to detect the presence or release of a hazardous chemical in the work area

Monitoring conducted by the employer

Continuous monitoring devices

Visual appearance or odor of hazardous chemicals when being released.

2. Description of the hazards Physical (e.g. flammability)

Health (e.g. carcinogenicity)

Simple asphyxiant Combustible dust Pyrophoric gas Other hazards not

otherwise classified

3. Measures employees can take to protect themselves from these hazards.

Appropriate work practices or procedures. Applicable/specific procedures identified in column to the right.

Emergency procedures PPE to be used.

4. Details of the workplace labeling system.

Explanation of the labels received on shipped containers.

5. Details of the safety data sheet(s)

Order of information How employees can

obtain and use the appropriate hazard information.

6. Other training provided? Yes, see attached (check if applicable), or describe below:

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Texas Water Utilities Association 57th Annual East Texas Regional School

August 27, (24hr Classes all others start on the 28th) thru 30, 2012

Harvey Convention Center, 2000 W. Front St., Tyler, Texas

COURSE OFFERINGS WATER WASTEWATER WATER & WASTEWATER

Basic Water Basic Wastewater Utilities Safety * Surface Water Production I (24hr) Wastewater Treatment Utilities Management

Surface Water Production II Wastewater Collection Utilities Calculations Ground Water Production

* Pumps & Pumping (24hr)

Water Distribution Customer Service Relations (No TCEQ Credit) Water Lab

* Pre-Registration Required – Surface Water Production I and Pumps & Pumping classes are 24hrs. These classes start at 1:00 p.m. on Monday August 27nd at Harvey Convention Center

All other classes start with the General Assembly in Harvey Hall at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 28th, 2012. The General Assembly is part of each course and attendance is mandatory

Final class room locations for 20 hour courses will be announced at the General Assembly Exams for Class “B, C, D” and Class “I, II, & III” certifications will be given the afternoon of August 30th.

“A” exams 8:30am 8/29/12, Call TCEQ to schedule Class “A” exam. Water 512-239-6133 or Wastewater 512-239-0176 Separate checks for examinations may be made payable to TCEQ. No cash will be accepted.

REGISTRATION FEES Pre-Registration Through 8/17/2012 * On-Site Registration

TWUA Members Only $175.00 $200.00 Non-Members $215.00 $240.00

* On-Site Registration for 20 hr. courses will be conducted at Harvey Convention Center from 7:00 – 8:45 a.m. August 28th Pre-Registration check-in and packets will be available at Harvey Convention Center from 7:00 – 8:45 a.m. August 28th Registration fees include lunch on August 28th and 29th. Extra lunch tickets may be purchased for $12

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REGISTRATION FORM (ONLINE WITH CREDIT CARD) PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 17, 2012

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TWDB NEWS: Stabilizing Reverse Osmosis Permeate Texas Water Development Board


One of the challenges for developing water supplies from desalination is finding the most efficient and cost-effective technologies to facilitate the process. To encourage research on new technologies, TWDB funds numerous studies. A recent study evaluated a method of stabilizing the finished water produced from reverse osmosis. Reverse osmosis is the most widely used desalination technology in Texas. Mineral contents in the reverse osmosis permeate (product water) are normally quite low, creating “unstable” water. If left untreated, this water will attempt to stabilize itself by dissolving minerals it contacts, including those found in distribution piping, valves, and pumps. As a result, reverse osmosis permeate must be treated to reintroduce essential minerals and stabilize the finished water. Typically, brackish groundwater reverse osmosis permeate is blended with feed (raw) water to stabilize the finished water. However, high concentrations of nitrates, arsenic, radionuclides, and other contaminants in the groundwater can limit how the feed and permeate blend. The use of upflow calcite contactors for post-treatment of reverse osmosis permeate is a new way to create non-corrosive finished water without using bypass blending, but there is limited information on how to achieve this.

In 2010, TWDB awarded a grant to Carollo Engineers Inc. and the University of Texas at El Paso to evaluate the design parameters of upflow calcite contactors - the first study of its kind in Texas. The study’s primary objectives were to identify appropriate calcite particle size and purity and to validate design criteria for optimal performance. To accomplish these objectives, a pilot system was installed at the Kay Bailey Hutchison (KBH) Desalination Plant using permeate from the plant to measure the stability of the finished water. The results showed that calcite purities did not significantly impact permeate water quality in terms of pH, alkalinity, or

calcium hardness. The study identified that as flow rate increased, contact time between the influent permeate and the calcite particles decreased. The study recommended using 1-mm particles for calcite post-treatment of the permeate from the KBH Desalination plant. During the pilot study, turbidity (cloudiness caused by individual particles that are generally invisible to the naked eye) spiked consistently during startup because fine particles were present in the initial calcite loading. To prevent this from happening in a full-scale operation, the study recommended installing a system to pre-wash calcite particles and designing for redundant calcite contactors: one contactor is pre-washed and at standby, minimizing interruptions to operations when the depleted contactor is refreshed with new calcite.

Results are outlined in a report titled “Upflow Calcite Contactor Study,” which is available through the TWDB’s Innovative Water Technologies’ web page. For questions or comments, please contact Dr. Saqib Shirazi at [email protected] or 512-463-7932S

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FLORES, DANIEL P WILSON, DONALD J

CLASS C

AMEZAGA, GILBERTO A SALDANA, JORGE JIMENEZ, HECTOR J SILVA, RICARDO SR ASHWORTH, QUINN E YOUNG, RICHARD A

REDDIN, DENNIS L LOPEZ, FRANCISCO JR GREEN, MICHELLE L MURRAY, JACK M DHARMAWARDENE, LESLIE BENSON, SHANE M WATSON, NOBLE S

ROSAS, ADRIAN ADAMS, KEELEY B GREENE, JERRY W RAFF, GARY R CLICK, BOBBY R

BRADY, RANDOLPH F HEFNER, BOBBY K CROCKER, JEREMY DIXON, CHARLES R KEITH, LOYD G HOLT, LANCE R LEE, STERLING D


LICENSES ISSUED: MAY 2012

GARCIA, ALFREDO PRUITT, RODNEY L WEST, RYAN T

FLORES, DANIEL P WILSON, DONALD J

CLASS C

AMEZAGA, GILBERTO A SALDANA, JORGE JIMENEZ, HECTOR J SILVA, RICARDO SR ASHWORTH, QUINN E YOUNG, RICHARD A

REDDIN, DENNIS L LOPEZ, FRANCISCO JR GREEN, MICHELLE L MURRAY, JACK M DHARMAWARDENE, LESLIE BENSON, SHANE M WATSON, NOBLE S

ROSAS, ADRIAN ADAMS, KEELEY B GREENE, JERRY W RAFF, GARY R CLICK, BOBBY R

BRADY, RANDOLPH F HEFNER, BOBBY K CROCKER, JEREMY DIXON, CHARLES R KEITH, LOYD G HOLT, LANCE R LEE, STERLING D

MASSIE, JOEL L MEDRANO, OLIVO G

SURFACE WATER TREATMENT

CLASS B

BRUNK, DAVID R MARTIN, DONALD E

CLASS C

MESSER, LEONARD F DORSEY, ELSMER W KITTEN, JERRY J SWANSON, STEPHEN SHIRLEY, MARK S GEARY, BRADLEY S CALDERA, CARLOS DELGADO, DAVID CANTU, RIGOBERTO GOFORTH, TIM A ADAMS, LESTER G II VAZQUEZ, JOSE L THOMPSON, AUBREY

DAHLGREN, JAMES ORTIZ, ADALIT T

WATER DISTRIBUTION

CLASS B

BEADNELL, MICHAEL TAYLOR, KENNETH

MASSIE, JOEL L MEDRANO, OLIVO G

SURFACE WATER TREATMENT

CLASS B

BRUNK, DAVID R MARTIN, DONALD E

CLASS C

MESSER, LEONARD F DORSEY, ELSMER W KITTEN, JERRY J SWANSON, STEPHEN SHIRLEY, MARK S GEARY, BRADLEY S CALDERA, CARLOS DELGADO, DAVID CANTU, RIGOBERTO GOFORTH, TIM A ADAMS, LESTER G II VAZQUEZ, JOSE L THOMPSON, AUBREY

DAHLGREN, JAMES ORTIZ, ADALIT T

WATER DISTRIBUTION

CLASS B

BEADNELL, MICHAEL TAYLOR, KENNETH

CLASS C

EVERETT, KEN D SMITH, JOSHUA T

GONZALEZ, TONY H MORGAN, PACE S CLOSE, WILLIAM J JR CARSON, JOHNNY L SKINNER, KEVIN M ANDREWS, NATHANIEL RUIZ, JUAN C EZELL, ADAM H REDDING, JOE L GUERRERO, OSVALDO FONTENOT, KEVIN A BEESLEY, CHRIS K PITTMAN, MATTHEW PACHECO, RUDY BROWNLEE, JERALD MCCORKLE, COLTE S WARREN, JEFFREY K

TAYLOR, AUGUST G KITE, PAUL J SALAZAR, VINICIO COOK, KENNETH F SOWERS, PHILIP C SIFRIT, TIMOTHY D WAGNER, MARK M DE LA CRUZ, MARK GATTIS, GARY D GONZALES, VICTOR KOEHLER, KENNETH ZIES, LELAND P GARRETT, RANDY

WASTEWATER COLLECTION

CLASS I

SPERRY, CHARLES

BARTLETT, BRANDON HOWELL, STEPHEN A WATKINS, JORDAN M MORENO, JOSE A SPRADLIN, DAVID E ROBLEDO, JOEL D SCHOENBERG, MICHAEL STEPHENS, BILL W JONES, JOSEPH N COFFEE, TONY M KLEEVES, CHRIS E GRAY, ELI C WHITTEN, ERIC R WILKES, LEONARD ORTIZ, JOSE A BORREGO, RICHARD

CLASS II

ELLIS, THOMAS B VENCES, LUIS A FISHER, DOUGLAS D VEACH, KEVIN R

BUSTER, ROBERT L MISHOU, MICHAEL R MURRY, RODNEY D JENNINGS, JEREMY

GARRETT, RANDY

WASTEWATER COLLECTION

CLASS I

SPERRY, CHARLES

BARTLETT, BRANDON HOWELL, STEPHEN A WATKINS, JORDAN M MORENO, JOSE A SPRADLIN, DAVID E ROBLEDO, JOEL D SCHOENBERG, MICHAEL STEPHENS, BILL W JONES, JOSEPH N COFFEE, TONY M KLEEVES, CHRIS E GRAY, ELI C WHITTEN, ERIC R WILKES, LEONARD ORTIZ, JOSE A BORREGO, RICHARD

CLASS II

ELLIS, THOMAS B VENCES, LUIS A FISHER, DOUGLAS D VEACH, KEVIN R

BUSTER, ROBERT L MISHOU, MICHAEL R MURRY, RODNEY D JENNINGS, JEREMY JOHNSON, KATHLEEN

CLASS III

HAHN, CRAIG M RODRIGUEZ, ELEAZAR

WASTEWATER TREATMENT

CLASS A

INSALL, DEREK A SPRADLIN, DANIEL JOHNSON, DAVID G MYERS, MICHAEL W

CLASS B

GODBEE, MICAH D

CASTANEDA, ERIEK GODERYA, FARIDA S PE BRIGHT, TIMOTHY A BIASSOU, JEAN R ALMANZAN, RAMON MADARAS, MARTIN S HAYNES, DARRELL L

DUBIEL, BRUCE E FORTE, JOSHUA A GOOD, CARLTON R ELMER, ANTHONY J

CLASS C

PANTOJA, DIEGO SEGOVIA, VICTOR A MEDINA, MIGUEL A

JOHNSON, KATHLEEN

CLASS III

HAHN, CRAIG M RODRIGUEZ, ELEAZAR

WASTEWATER TREATMENT

CLASS A

INSALL, DEREK A SPRADLIN, DANIEL JOHNSON, DAVID G MYERS, MICHAEL W

CLASS B

GODBEE, MICAH D

CASTANEDA, ERIEK GODERYA, FARIDA S PE BRIGHT, TIMOTHY A BIASSOU, JEAN R ALMANZAN, RAMON MADARAS, MARTIN S HAYNES, DARRELL L

DUBIEL, BRUCE E FORTE, JOSHUA A GOOD, CARLTON R ELMER, ANTHONY J

CLASS C

PANTOJA, DIEGO SEGOVIA, VICTOR A MEDINA, MIGUEL A

HOMAN, JOSHUA R MEADOWS, RONALD L ESPINOZA, ANDREW J PE

BULLOCK, RODNEY D DAVILLA, VINCENT A MANGIS, TOMMY O DANE, KEVIN R VINSON, HOLLEY M

CLASS D

HENDERSON, JUSTYN T I MARTINEZ, MARIO STANLEY, GARY D

CALLAHAN, JARED Z YBARRA, JUAN JR PERRY, WILLIAM J LEAKE, ANTHONY J HAHN, MICHAEL D COSTELLO, STEVEN J DAWSON, JOHN M

STOWELL, CRAIG A RAMIREZ, RAMIRO A MILLER, DAVID S PETREA, BRENDA A MATTA, CESAR G

BURK, BYRON W POOLE, JOHN S JIMENEZ, DANIEL CAIRNS, JOSHUA RUIZ, JOHNNY A LANCASTER, JONATHAN MIRELES, DERIK S

HOMAN, JOSHUA R MEADOWS, RONALD L ESPINOZA, ANDREW J PE

BULLOCK, RODNEY D DAVILLA, VINCENT A MANGIS, TOMMY O DANE, KEVIN R VINSON, HOLLEY M

CLASS D

HENDERSON, JUSTYN T I MARTINEZ, MARIO STANLEY, GARY D

CALLAHAN, JARED Z YBARRA, JUAN JR PERRY, WILLIAM J LEAKE, ANTHONY J HAHN, MICHAEL D COSTELLO, STEVEN J DAWSON, JOHN M

STOWELL, CRAIG A RAMIREZ, RAMIRO A MILLER, DAVID S PETREA, BRENDA A MATTA, CESAR G

BURK, BYRON W POOLE, JOHN S JIMENEZ, DANIEL CAIRNS, JOSHUA RUIZ, JOHNNY A LANCASTER, JONATHAN MIRELES, DERIK S

GREEN, RANDAL R HENRY, LONNIE D MURRAY, TODD D

SAPPINGTON, JOHN HARKCOM, LORI N HANCOCK, ALTON FERREL, STEPHEN L LANGLEY, JACKSON RISKO, MICHELE L WOMACK, PATRICK GARCIA, JACOB L REYES, JUAN L BRADY, HUGH W LATHAM, MICHAEL E WILLIAMS, JOSEPH W TYLER, JOHN A



W.W.T.P. B OPERATOR TEXAS CITY, TEXAS

Under the direction of the Chief Operator, performs various skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation, inspection, maintenance and repair of the wastewater treatment facility to comply with State and Federal permits. Must possess a valid Texas Class “B” Wastewater Operator’s License. 1) Requires a high school diploma or a GED certificate. 2) Requires a valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Texas City policy on driving. Salary: Beginning $18.12/hour CITY OF TEXAS CITY, RACHEL WYATT: Fax resume and salary requirements to: 409-643-5952 Email resume and salary requirements to: [email protected]

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Lewisville, TX

Under the supervis ion of the Maintenance Superintendent, performs the duties of a lead mechanic in the repair and preventative routine maintenance of all District Water Treatment and Wastewater Reclamation Plants, transmission and collection lines, other facilities and equipment. Typical/Essential Duties 1) Maintains water treatment plants and transmission systems by performing repairs and maintenance on all equipment and facilities to include lighting, minor electrical and building appurtenances. 2) Maintains wastewater reclamation plants and collection systems by performing repairs and maintenance on all equipment and facilities, to include lift stations. 3) Coordinates and oversees various vendor and contractor activities as they relate to repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment. Assists in the procurement and delivery of parts and materials needed to repair and maintain facilities and equipment. 4) Performs preventative fleet and equipment maintenance on vehicles and equipment. 5) Leads and instructs Maintenance Workers in the completion of tasks. 6) Performs other duties as assigned. Required knowledge and experience is normally obtained through a combination of formal education and/or vocational training, plus 2 to 4 years of work related experience relating to the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater equipment and facilities. Other complex mechanical equipment/system experience may be substituted for water/wastewater experience. Specifically related technical training and/or certifications may substitute for up to two (2) years of work experience.

Must be able to read, interpret and follow

mechanical and technical manuals. Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Must be able to lead and instruct other maintenance personnel in the completion of tasks. Must be able to pass applicable pre-employment Drug Screen, Physical, Background and Credit Checks. Position is considered “Open until Filled.” Note: All applicants must complete an employment application and submit it to the District’s Personnel Department in order to be considered for employment. Please visit the District’s website at www.utrwd.com to obtain an application and for instructions on how to apply. Salary: Starting Hourly Salary Range: $17.03 to $22.12 (DOQ) Upper Trinity Regional Water District. Email resume and salary requirements to Kandace Tappen: [email protected]

ELECTRICIAN

Performs assigned duties as necessary to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, construct, retrofit and otherwise maintain electrical systems and related equipment for the District’s water and wastewater treatment systems and other facilities. Typical/Essential Duties: 1)Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and otherwise maintains electrical systems for water and wastewater treatment plants, meter vaults, lift stations, pump stations, storage tanks, and related facilities. Duties include maintenance and repair of medium-service electrical systems, switchgears, transformers and related equipment. 2) Performs general facility/building electrical maintenance, to include repair and maintenance of lighting, battery back-up, security, and HVAC systems. 3) Constructs and retrofits electrical systems as part of, or in conjunction with, new construction or existing building/facility modification. 4) In accordance with applicable electrical standards and requirements, performs preventative maintenance on electrical systems as needed or required to ensure consistent and reliable operation. 5) Performs additional duties as assigned. Work requires specific knowledge, experience and skills of a vocational or technical nature. Knowledge, experience and skills may be obtained through the completion of four years of high school resulting in the receipt of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and the completion of various colleges, vocational or technical programs related to the field of electrical repair and maintenance.

At least two (2) years of specifically

related experience working with water or wastewater utility, municipal or industrial electrical systems is required, with three (3) to five (5) years of experience preferred. A Master or Journeyman Electrician License issued by the State of Texas is required. Must have the ability to read, analyze and understand related technical manuals, blue prints, schematics and construction plan documents. Must possess a valid Class C Texas Driver ’s License. Must be able to pass applicable pre-employment Drug Screen, Physical, and Background and Credit Checks. Position is considered “Open until Filled.” Note: All applicants must complete an employment application and submit it to the District’s Personnel Department in order to be considered for employment. Please visit the District’s website at www.utrwd.com to obtain an application and for instructions on how to apply. Salary: Hourly Starting Salary Range: $18.11 to $23.67 (DOQ) Email resume and salary requirements to Kandace Tappen: [email protected]

ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Superintendent, performs assigned duties necessary to install, maintain, revise and repair electronic, control and instrumentation equipment related to water and wastewater treatment facilities; including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Wireless Electronic Communication Equipment and Facility Security and Surveillance Systems. Typical/Essential Duties: 1)Performs duties to maintain SCADA systems for water and wastewater treatment systems by updating and programming software, and programming, calibrating, t roubleshoot ing and repai r ing associated computers, electronic and other equipment. 2) Performs duties to maintain microwave and other electronic communication system networks by testing, troubleshooting, programming and repairing network components. 3) Performs duties to maintain security systems by programming, troubleshooting, repairing, replacing and installing security related electronic equipment, necessary to operate and monitor surveillance cameras, gates, and doors. 4) Assists the Senior Electronics Technician in reviewing construction project plans for the purpose of identifying potential problems or conflicts with existing or proposed SCADA, microwave, or security systems, and assists with preparing recommendations to resolve any such problems or conflicts. 5) Performs additional duties as assigned. Work requires specific knowledge,

experience and skills of a vocational or technical nature. Knowledge, experience and skills may be obtained through the completion of four years of high school resulting in the receipt of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and the completion of various college, vocational or technical programs related to the field of process control electronics. At least two (2) years of job related experience is required. Two (2) to four (4) years of specific job related experience performing maintenance and repair of process control instrumentation, or working with water and wastewater control and operating systems is preferred. Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft operating systems, desktop applications and networking fundamentals. Working knowledge of HMI software (Wonderware and Iconics) and programming of PLCs using Modsoft, Concept or Unity software is desired. Must have the ability to read, analyze and understand related technical manuals, schematics and construction plan documents. Must possess a valid Class C Texas Driver’s License. Must be able to pass applicable pre-employment Drug Screen, Physical, and Background and Credit Checks. Position is considered “Open until Filled.” Note: All applicants must complete an employment application and submit it to the District’s Personnel Department in order to be considered for employment. Please visit the District’s website at www.utrwd.com to obtain an application and for instructions on how to apply. Salary: Hourly Starting Salary Range: $18.11 to $23.67 (DOQ) Email resume and salary requirements to Kandace Tappen: [email protected]

SURFACE WATER AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Water Treatment Plant, Lake Belton

Position is for operator/maintenance technician to operate and maintain an 8MGD plant and distribution system. Experience in surface water treatment which include but not limited to: treatment, laboratory analysis, and maintenance skills both in the plant and distribution system. C surface water license and valid Texas driver’s license. Salary: $13.50 - $17.50 DOQ Bluebonnet Water Supply Corporation-Damon Boniface Fax resume and salary requirements to: 254-986-2418 Email resume and salary requirements to: [email protected]

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