Pw- Public Works Maintenance Worker

Coppell, City of•Coppell, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Coppell is seeking hardworking, service-minded individuals to join our Utility Line Services Team as a Maintenance Worker I, II, or Senior Maintenance Worker. This opportunity offers the chance to perform meaningful work that directly impacts our community every day. From responding to water and sewer concerns to maintaining critical infrastructure, our team plays a crucial role in ensuring that Coppell operates safely and reliably. As part of Utility Line Services, you'll work alongside a dedicated team, solving problems in the field, and serving as a first responder for residents and businesses when water and wastewater issues arise. Your duties may include repairing and maintaining water mains, sewer lines, valves, and other essential utilities, ensuring that our community has uninterrupted access to essential services.

Requirements

Maintenance Worker I: High School Diploma/GED, No experience required; 6-12 months’ experience preferred, Valid State of Texas Driver’s License with a good driving Record, Ability to obtain a Class “D” Water Operator or Wastewater Collections “I” License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within 6 months of employment.
Maintenance Worker II: High School Diploma/GED, 2+ Years experience in utility maintenance or a related field, A valid Class “B” Commercial Driver’s license with Combinations and Tanker endorsements or ability to obtain within 12 months is required, May be required to upgrade to a Class “A” CDL and is preferred, Class C Water Distribution or a Wastewater Collection II License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Senior Maintenance Worker: High School Diploma/GED, 5+ Years experience in utility maintenance or a related field, Ability to lead a team, Must possess a Class C Water Distribution by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Class I Wastewater Collection License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality will be required within six months post-hire for continued employment, Valid State of Texas Class “B” CDL is required and may be required to upgrade to a Class “A” CDL with combination and tanker endorsements within 1-year post-hire, Class “A” CDL is preferred.
Knowledge of mechanics and basic hand tools is required.
Ability to work closely with others as part of a team responsible for providing public service to the city and its citizens.
Ability to perform tedious and exacting work as well as multiple tasks simultaneously in dangerous, noisy, and distracting environments under time pressures.
Tasks frequently subject this employee to safety risks related to operating in or around traffic zones and occasional emergency situations.
Ability to perform many physically demanding tasks, which involve a high degree of concern for personal safety and the safety of coworkers, citizens, and other individuals.
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with coworkers and members of the general public using the English language verbally on a daily basis is essential.
Ability to take and follow directions.

Nice To Haves

May be required to upgrade to a Class “A” CDL and is preferred (for Maintenance Worker II).
Class “A” CDL is preferred (for Senior Maintenance Worker).

Responsibilities

Repairing and maintaining water mains, sewer lines, valves, and other essential utilities.
Responding to water and sewer concerns.
Maintaining critical infrastructure.
Serving as a first responder for residents and businesses when water and wastewater issues arise.