Utility Maintenance Worker

City of Justin•Justin, TX

About The Position

The Utility Maintenance Worker works closely with the Water Crew Leader, Wastewater Lead Operator, and Utilities Superintendent to provide safe and satisfactory utility services to the public. The position performs water and wastewater system maintenance and operations, responds to service and work orders, reads and services water meters, makes repairs, conducts line locates, and operates pumps, belt presses, and lift stations. The worker is responsible for completing required environmental compliance paperwork and following applicable State and Federal standards. The position is on call on a rotating basis, responds to emergencies, and performs other duties assigned by Department Leads or the Utilities Superintendent. This is a non-exempt, at-will position with no definite duration or term of office. The job description may be changed, and management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Any combination of training, education, and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Minimum TCEQ-recognized Class “D” Wastewater License, or completion within one year upon hire.
Minimum TCEQ-recognized Class “D” Water Operator License, or completion within one year upon hire.
Knowledge of modern methods and applied theory used in the wastewater collection system.
Knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations and safety standards in utility plant environments.
Ability to follow written and/or oral directions and maintain the wastewater collection system and wastewater treatment plant.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Ability to understand, interpret, and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and legally.
Ability to endure varying weather conditions depending on the time of year.
Ability to complete daily work assignments.
Ability to lift, carry, or push up to 100 pounds.
Ability to sit, bend, twist, crouch, walk, and crawl on a daily basis.
Ability to operate essential heavy machinery needed to complete assigned work.
Ability to respond timely and effectively to emergency situations.
Must complete an employment application.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

Assist with repairs and routine maintenance of wastewater treatment plant components, lift stations, backups, belt presses, and spills, and perform preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, and essential equipment.
Collect and deliver data, including daily logs, pumping manifests, and maintenance logs.
Take samples and conduct routine laboratory tests and analyses.
Monitor lift stations and plants for proper operation.
Change chlorine bottles; service and repair pumps, chlorinators, and other equipment.
Replace valves and lines around pump stations and plants.
Observe grounds maintenance and landscaping tasks.
Submit and file required TCEQ paperwork in compliance with regulations.
Operate treatment facilities to control the flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, and effluent.
Read residential and commercial water meters for new and existing services and provide monthly water usage readings to the Utility Billing Supervisor.
Disconnect customer water service for non-payment of utility bills.
Investigate customer inquiries and complaints.
Complete daily service and work orders through the City’s software programs.
Detect and provide water and sewer line locates.
Turn water services on or off; locate, lock, and/or remove meters.
Repair water main breaks and service lines; flush, repair, and replace fire hydrants; and rebuild and repair water meters.
Organize and manage an inventory of parts and supplies.
Obtain and follow rules and regulations for Public Water Systems established by TCEQ.
Clean and maintain equipment used in daily activities.
Respond to emergency operations and on-call situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.