Utility Systems Worker II, (B274130-2), 203, Transmission & Distribution

City of Laredo • Laredo, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Checks and performs all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair on water and sanitary sewer main lines and the various conveyance and control mechanisms to ensure service interruption to citizens is minimized. This role involves performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs, maintaining and repairing all equipment used in daily field operations, and reporting all failures to the immediate supervisor. The position also requires keeping records of serviced equipment, maintaining parts inventory, ordering parts and supplies, and carrying out the City's Customer Service Plan. Additionally, it involves assisting in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts, and adhering to all rules of telephone courtesy.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safety procedures.
• Knowledge of line maintenance.
• Knowledge of repair techniques for water lines, broken pipes, sewer taps, and other related plumbing skills.
• Knowledge of plumbing and mechanical equipment repair.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and repair of water and sanitary sewer main lines.
• Knowledge of all procedures and practices relating to water and sanitary sewer line repairs.
• Ability to use gasoline and electrical powered hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical equipment maintenance manuals.
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established polices and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain valid Texas Drivers License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English or Spanish language.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
• At least three (3) months of general experience.
• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in plumbing, mechanical repair, maintenance or labor work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs including replacing belts, oil seals and bearings, light bulbs, blown fuses, small electric motors, electrical outlets, etc.
• Maintains and repairs all equipment utilized in the daily field operations.
• Reports all failures to the immediate supervisor.
• Keeps records of all equipment serviced and replaced; maintains parts inventory; orders parts and supplies.
• Carries out the City's Customer Service Plan.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed