UTILITY MAINT WORKER I

CITY OF TAYLOR • Taylor, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Repair and maintain the city’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems in a safe, effective, and efficient manner in order to protect public health and safety; while ensuring compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) rules and regulations. Duties include but are not limited to installing, maintaining, and repairing the water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including water and wastewater mains, services, pumps, valves, manholes, lift stations, meter reading, and related infrastructure. Routinely operate equipment including backhoes, dump trucks, wastewater line cleaning and inspection equipment as required for routine and emergency operation and repairs. Must be available to work overtime and be “On Call” as assigned by supervisor. This includes all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate, or its equivalent OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• State of Texas Class C drivers license
• Must have ability to obtain a Class B CDL within one (1) year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs water and sewer lines, water meters, valves, manholes, fire hydrants and other equipment.
• Operates heavy and motorized equipment including backhoe, dump trucks and front end loader.
• Assists contractors and other personnel in raising manholes, accessing sewer lines, taps and valves.
• Makes and repairs sewer and water taps.
• Keeps shop clean, area, equipment, and department vehicles.
• Assists other departments as time permits.
• Performs such other labor duties as may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

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