Utilities Maintenance Technician I

City of Fulshear • Fulshear, TX

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Utility Maintenance Technician I supports reliable water and wastewater services by performing entry-level field, maintenance, metering, and customer-service work under close supervision. This position assists experienced employees with installations, repairs, inspections, plant activities, and utility operations while developing knowledge of applicable tools, procedures, safety practices, and regulatory requirements. Through teamwork, careful attention to instructions, and responsive service, this position helps protect public health and maintain essential City infrastructure.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and one year of general maintenance, construction, utility, or related field experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
• Valid State of Texas Driver License.

Nice To Haves

• TCEQ Water or Wastewater Operator license, Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT), Customer Service Inspector (CSI), Wastewater Collection license, or other utility-related license or certification applicable to the employee’s assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs field-service and maintenance tasks that support reliable water and wastewater services.
• Performs routine meter reads, field data collection, service connections and disconnections, and other assigned metering services.
• Responds courteously to residents and customers, provides accurate information within assigned authority, and refers complex matters appropriately.
• Assists with installing, programming, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing advanced metering infrastructure water meters, meter boxes, and related components.
• Assists with installing, repairing, and maintaining water and wastewater lines, services, valves, hydrants, and related infrastructure.
• Supports plant operators with routine water and wastewater plant activities and compliance-related tasks within the employee's training and authorization.
• Completes work orders, meter records, service documentation, inspection forms, and other required records accurately and timely.
• Participates in rotating on-call assignments, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
• Works as part of a crew and coordinates effectively with supervisors, experienced technicians, plant operators, customers, and other departments.
• Conducts routine site and equipment inspections and promptly reports needed repairs, unsafe conditions, or operational concerns.
• Identifies and reports meter tampering, unauthorized use, suspected theft of service, leaks, hazards, and other irregular conditions.
• Learns and applies utility procedures, tools, safety practices, and regulatory requirements to improve technical capability and service reliability.
• Serves in an essential capacity during emergencies, disasters, and catastrophic events and may be assigned duties outside normal responsibilities to support public safety and continuity of City operations.
• Performs related duties assigned in support of City operations.

Benefits

• The City of Fulshear is committed to providing exceptional services to our residents and maintaining a high quality of life.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to the overall success of the city.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED