Maintenance II

Hidalgo County Drainage District 1•Edinburg, TX

About The Position

Performs routine, journey-level drainage maintenance and construction work. The role maintains Drainage District facilities and stationary equipment and operates motorized equipment under moderate supervision, with limited latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. Duties may change according to the District’s needs, and other duties may be assigned. Working hours may change as deemed necessary to meet District needs; regular attendance is required. The employee performs maintenance and construction at District facilities, including mowing, clearing drain ditches, picking up trash, maintaining the District yard, pulling weeds, and assisting with drainpipe installation, fence work, and repairs. The role uses chainsaws, lawn mowers, hand tools, and other equipment; loads and unloads materials and debris for disposal; maintains work-order or project records; and may assist with machinery and equipment maintenance, repairs, inspections, and minor equipment operation or repair. The employee may monitor District equipment at pump locations throughout the County and may maintain a workshop for repairing, altering, refinishing, or constructing furniture, fixtures, and equipment. The position requires the ability to perform strenuous work in all types of weather, work cooperatively with crew members, follow and give instructions, and train others. The employee must be able to swim and comply with District safety regulations. Work may involve inclement weather and a usually moderate noise level.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent (GED) is preferred.
Two to three years of experience in drainage ditch construction, maintenance, and repair work.
Current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.
Must be insurable by the District’s insurance carrier.
Must be able to swim.
Knowledge of drainage ditch repair, maintenance, and construction.
Ability to operate a weed-eater, lawn mower, shovel, ax, hole-digger, rake, jackhammer, pole-hole digger, hole-auger, and other equipment.
Skill in using tools and equipment and basic knowledge of hand tools used for manual labor and minor equipment repair.
Ability to perform maintenance, follow instructions, and work from drawings, diagrams, construction plans, or sketches.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and solve simple, common-sense problems and interpret simple written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.
Ability to understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions.
Basic computer skills to access the employee portal and/or District-issued electronic devices.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other crew members and train others.
Ability to perform strenuous work in all types of weather.
Regular attendance is required.
Positions requiring a CDL or involving safety-sensitive work are subject to drug and alcohol testing under federal regulations.
For positions requiring a CDL, applicants must meet FMCSA Clearinghouse requirements, including registration and consent for a pre-employment query.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish and English fluency is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform drainage maintenance and construction at District facilities.
Mow grass along guard rails and drain ditches, pick up trash, maintain the District yard, and pull weeds.
Assist with drainpipe installation at District facilities or projects.
Operate chainsaws, lawn mowers, weed-eaters, and other hand tools and equipment.
Load and unload materials, trash, brush, and other items onto trucks or utility trailers for proper disposal.
Maintain records on work orders or projects.
Assist with maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, systems, or components; operate and repair minor equipment; and inspect operating machinery, equipment, and systems as needed.
Monitor District equipment at pump locations throughout the County when assigned.
Clean equipment, hand tools, and assigned equipment or units.
Assist with fence building, repair, and painting.
Maintain a workshop for repair, alteration, refinishing, or construction of furniture, fixtures, and equipment when assigned.
Follow District safety regulations and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off, including sick, annual, and compensatory time
Medical insurance; dependent coverage is available for an extra fee
Voluntary insurance products
Paid life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Longevity pay after five years of service
Paid holidays
Jury duty pay
Military leave
Voting pay
FMLA
Workers’ compensation
Employee voluntary sick leave pool
Employee assistance program
Wellness program
Direct deposit
Retirement plan with 7% pre-tax contribution and current employer matching of 250%