Utility Maintenance I

Performs entry-level work. Work involves utilizing physical labor to assist in water and wastewater repairs, replacement, excavation, meter installation and taps. Operating equipment associated with maintenance and construction of water and sewer main projects. Maintaining and operating the City’s wastewater treatment plant system in a safe, effective, and efficient manner, using technical expertise that follows generally accepted practices and procedures. Workers must be able to be scheduled for “on-call” rotation.  This position is subject to “DOT random drug testing”. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

• Work schedule is Monday – Thursday, 6:30 am to 4:00 pm and Friday, 6:30 am to 10:30 am.   Work schedule is subject to change.
• Repairs water and wastewater mains; cleans and prepares pipes for repairs; installs repair parts and evaluates effectiveness of repair.
• Installs wastewater taps, water taps and meters; prepares pipes and fittings, tab main by hand or machine and install service to property line.
• Assists in excavation; operates air hammer to break rock and asphalt; uses pick and shovel to remove dirt and rock from hole, uses probe to locate pipe.
• Cleans wastewater lines; uses hand and/or machine rods to unclog or clean main.
• Installs fire hydrants, valves, manholes and clean outs.
• Cleans, and maintains tools and equipment. Loads and unloads trucks.
• Subject to after-hours call out for emergency situations including on call rotation and special events.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or its equivalent. 
• Valid Class "C" Driver's License from any U.S. State. Must be able to obtain a Texas license within 90 days of hire, per state law.  (Approximately 80% driving time in a company vehicle.)

Required Certificates and Licenses

• Must have or be able to obtain a TCEQ Class “I” Collection License and/or a TCEQ “D” Water License within 9 months of hire date.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid Texas Class B CDL within 9 months of the hire date.
• Must have or be able to obtain a basic first aid certificate within 9 months of the hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years work experience in any aspect of construction/repair, water/wastewater repair, plumbing, apprentice or related experience.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university or technical school in a related field. 
• Experience working for a government entity such as a City, County, or a State agency. 

• Possess basic knowledge in the operation and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, heavy (vehicular) construction equipment, pumps and equipment used in and around water and wastewater systems. Possess familiarity with hand and power tools and equipment commonly used in the maintenance of vehicles, equipment, structures and buildings.
• Skill and ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.  
• Follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with other employees and the public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
• Ability to work irregular schedules with overtime, frequent change of tasks.  
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports, correspondence, and perform complex mathematical calculations.  Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Compute rate, ratio, and percent and draw and interpret bar graphs. 
• Ability to apply comprehend and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such as shift work, on call, or emergency response situations (i.e., early mornings, afternoons, evenings, late-nights shifts, weekends).
• Workers must be able to follow safety procedures and use safety equipment to ensure personal, public, and personnel safety.
• Must be able to wear city provided uniform and city issued personal protective equipment - Steel-toed leather boots, gloves, eye protection, head protection, safety vest, and ear protection.
• Knowledge of Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing with proper punctuation, spelling and grammar.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and push, pull, drag up to 150 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; extreme cold and extreme heat; dust and fumes. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally loud. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. 

Job offer and continuation of employment with the City of Leander is contingent upon:

• Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. *
• Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants, who are ages 18-25.

*The City of Leander participates in E-Verify! Information from each new employee’s Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. 

The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information in employment. 

Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Department at hr@leandertx.gov or 512-528-2708. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or 1-800-735- 2989 (TTY/TDD).

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