Equipment Technician (Wastewater Operations)

City of Houston•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Technician in Houston Water/Wastewater Operations safely and efficiently operates heavy equipment and power tools to perform skilled manual work and transport materials, personnel, and supplies. Equipment may include dump trucks, front-end loaders, boom trucks, truck-mounted boom cranes, lowboys, mini-excavators, excavators, backhoes, flatbeds, VacCons, and bucket trucks. The technician also uses hand and power tools for tasks such as painting, infrastructure repairs, and mowing, and may assist with sewer-main cleaning and repairs. The role includes maintaining, cleaning, and servicing equipment, vehicles, tools, and facilities; checking vehicles for required supplies and equipment; following worksite safety procedures; and preparing and maintaining work orders, reports, forms, and records for assignments, service calls, and maintenance or repairs. The technician may investigate and respond to complaints and may lead a crew by coordinating and monitoring assignments and personnel. Other duties may be assigned. This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at Tier I. Work routinely involves stooping, bending, lifting items weighing 30–80 pounds, and occasionally walking on rough surfaces. The position involves routine exposure to significant heat, cold, moisture, and air pollution, and may include periodic exposure to chemicals and minor physical hazards such as cuts, bruises, and burns. The position is based at 7440 Cullen Blvd, with workdays and hours listed as Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., subject to change.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or the ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow oral or basic written instructions at a level necessary for successful job performance.
Specialized courses or training in the operation of construction equipment.
At least six months of experience performing manual and field work with power tools or equipment.
Valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's driving policy.
May be required to hold a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), depending on the equipment assigned.
Ability to perform routine stooping, bending, lifting of 30–80 pounds, and occasional walking on rough surfaces.
Subject to random drug testing; promotional candidates must pass an assignment drug test. New hires and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of provided information.

Nice To Haves

Wastewater equipment maintenance experience.
Forklift experience.
Backhoe experience.
Crane truck experience.
Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference if they possess the necessary qualifications and meet the stated selection conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment to transport equipment and materials to and from work sites.
Operate power tools and use hand tools to perform skilled manual tasks, including painting, infrastructure repairs, and mowing.
May assist with cleaning and repairing sewer mains.
Maintain, clean, and service equipment, vehicles, tools, and facilities.
Inspect vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment.
Observe and follow safety procedures and precautions at work sites.
May investigate and respond to complaints.
Prepare and maintain reports, forms, and records of assignments, service calls, and equipment and tool maintenance or repairs using a work order system.
May lead a crew and coordinate and monitor work assignments and personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.