Utility Worker II - Street/Bridge (2 positions)

City of Pasadena • Pasadena, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Worker II performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, repair, and improvement of City streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, rights-of-way, parks, stormwater infrastructure, and other Public Works facilities. Operates a variety of light and medium construction equipment and assists with utility maintenance activities, including storm sewer inspections using specialized camera equipment. This position may serve as a lead worker on assigned projects by providing guidance and training to less experienced employees. Employees may be required to work irregular hours, weekends, holidays, or respond to emergency call-outs as operational needs require.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor, including lifting and carrying materials, kneeling, crouching and bending; pushing, pulling and reaching; and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL).
• Knowledge in use of excavation equipment

Responsibilities

• Excavates trenches and work areas using hand tools and construction equipment while maintaining proper grades and elevations.
• Installs, repairs, and replaces storm drainage pipes, culverts, inlets, manholes, and related infrastructure.
• Repairs potholes, patches asphalt and concrete surfaces, and performs roadway maintenance.
• Cleans, repairs, and maintains storm drains, drainage channels, and culverts to ensure proper water flow.
• Installs, assembles, and removes barricades, traffic control devices, trench boxes, shoring systems, and safety equipment.
• Assists with emergency response activities, including flooding, storm damage, roadway hazards, and other Public Works emergencies.
• Responds to after-hours call-outs, emergency repairs, and severe weather events as required.
• Must have and maintain, without interruption, required certifications and licenses.
• Works assigned schedule and complies with the City's timekeeping and attendance policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• The City will match your retirement contribution by 200%.
• Vacation accumulation based on years of service (two weeks to six weeks per year).

What This Job Offers

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