Utility Operator I

City of La Porte, Texas • La Porte, TX

10h • Onsite

About The Position

To perform a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of water distribution and sewage collection systems.

Requirements

• Basic construction and maintenance methods, procedures, tools, equipment, supplies and materials of water and sewer utility systems.
• Safe work practices under hazardous conditions.
• Operation of a variety of construction equipment.
• Perform a variety of construction, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Work under routine and emergency conditions, sometimes in severe weather.
• Operate light equipment and learn to operate heavier construction equipment.
• Work efficiently and safely with others.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions and directions.
• Perform a wide range of physically strenuous tasks as required.
• Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Possession of a valid Class “B” CDL or ability to obtain in six months.

Nice To Haves

• One year of utility related construction or maintenance experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install large and small water and sewer services.
• Perform installation, repairs and maintenance on water mains, fire hydrants, water valves and water meters, sewer lines, manholes and cleanouts and related appurtenances.
• Inspect, test, and operate portable pumps, portable generators and related gas driven equipment valves, fittings, meters, and related water production and distribution and sewer collection equipment as assigned.
• Operate trucks and construction equipment such as backhoes and trenching machines, horizontal boring machine, combinations vacuum/water jet.
• Remove and install meters.
• Install barricades and route traffic in a safe manner.
• Report mechanical or other problems; keep truck orderly and clean.
• Operate a pneumatic pavement break.
• Construct form, pour and finish concrete.
• Maintain routine records, logs, and reports.
• Check update drawings and maps.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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