Maintenance Worker - Water & Sewer

City of Allen, TX • Allen, TX

115d • $17 - $19

About The Position

Under direct supervision, preserves safe water and sewer utilities. This is accomplished by maintaining and repairing water and sewer lines and taps. Other duties may include ensuring the safety of equipment and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with no prior relevant experience.
• Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license.
• Texas Class A CDL required or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months from the date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lays and maintains water lines by using a backhoe to dig holes, installing, repairing and removing water meters, locating water leaks, inspecting, installing and repairing water lines, tracing, locating and tapping lines for the City and maintaining and repairing fire hydrants.
• Maintains sewer lines by cleaning and repairing sewer lines, correcting stoppages, repairing manholes, conducting preventative maintenance inspections, testing for infiltration or ex-filtration, repairing roadways and easements and assisting with pump station repairs.
• Repairs water and sewer taps by excavating to the main, tapping lines, running new services, assisting with the installation, repair and maintenance of water mains, valves, hydrants, meters and wells and logging water lines.
• Ensures the safety of equipment by performing preventative maintenance on equipment and tools, cleaning and fixing components and changing the oil.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of vacation and sick leave each year.
• Four-Day Work Week: Experience a perfect work-life balance.
• On-Call Pay: Rewarded for your availability outside regular hours.
• License Stipends: Pay for specific licenses you hold.
• Affordable Medical Insurance: Options for you and your family.
• Retirement Savings: City contributes 2 to 1 for your retirement plan.
• CDL A Training Covered: Fully covered training to help you advance your skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees