Utility Worker II - Wastewater Collection

City of Pasadena • Pasadena, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs manual tasks at a semi-skilled level and trains lower-level Utility Workers in the maintenance and construction of wastewater lines. Works on crew to dig up and replace sewer lines. High level of manual labor required to dig, shore-up, repair and back-fill. Places pipe in trenches dug by backhoe or trencher. Adjusts pipe to insure proper slope. Assemble and disassemble barricades. Must be skilled in using hand tools. Use proper safety equipment and procedures at all times. If a safety factor exists, must decide what precautionary steps to take. Must be able to work independently; display good judgment; ability to assess situation and make appropriate determination on how to proceed. Knowledge of and the ability to utilize proper tools and equipment of the trade. May be subject to call out service after hours. Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements. Work the assigned schedule and comply with City timekeeping and attendance policy. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED plus one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Texas CDL Class B and good driving record.
• Must be skilled in using hand tools.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must display good judgment.
• Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to assess situation and make appropriate determination on how to proceed.
• Knowledge of and the ability to utilize proper tools and equipment of the trade.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual tasks at a semi-skilled level and trains lower-level Utility Workers in the maintenance and construction of wastewater lines.
• Works on crew to dig up and replace sewer lines.
• Performs high level of manual labor to dig, shore-up, repair and back-fill.
• Places pipe in trenches dug by backhoe or trencher.
• Adjusts pipe to ensure proper slope.
• Assembles and disassembles barricades.
• Uses proper safety equipment and procedures at all times.
• Assesses situations and makes appropriate determinations on how to proceed.
• Works the assigned schedule and complies with City timekeeping and attendance policy.
• Performs other 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.
• City's 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.
• Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE for employees and their covered dependents.
• College tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• City will match retirement contributions 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED