Utility Maintenance Worker

City of Friendswood•Friendswood, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the repairs of equipment and facilities used to pump, store, distribute, convey or treat and process water and wastewater. Maintains and repairs water and wastewater treatment facilities using a variety of tools and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
0-3 years of related experience
Valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record
Grade "D" certificate in the water
Class "I" Collection license
Position is considered Emergency Essential and will require 24-hour availability during emergency conditions.

Responsibilities

Raises manholes, valve boxes, and meter boxes using hand tools and masonry tools.
Uses hand tools to expose, cut, remove, and replace or clamp damaged sewer lines or water lines.
Taps mainlines, install saddles, and connects water service to meter.
Repairs and installs fittings, valves, hydrants and other appurtenances associated with water distribution on lines from 3"-24".
Operates light trucks to transport crewmembers, equipment, and materials to worksite.
Operates water jet rodder to clear clogged sewer lines.
Taps mainlines, installs saddles, and connects sewer lines to residences.
Repairs and installs taps, fittings, manholes and other appurtenances associated with sanitary sewer collection on lines from 4"- 24".
Performs light mechanical repairs such as oil and filter changes.
Provides emergency response to repair or maintain equipment or system, after normal working hours.
Performs other duties within areas of responsibility and ability, as assigned.
Fulfills on-call responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent.