Senior Utility Technician - DCOPS (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)

SENIOR UTILITY TECHNICIAN

Grade: 14 – Starting Hourly Rate: $22.00. The rate of pay depends on qualifications. Job Summary The Senior Utility Technician is responsible for a variety of manual and skilled labor duties for the repair, construction, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system. Essential Functions Performs manual labor work to include installation of pipes and fittings for the repair, construction, and maintenance of water and wastewater systems. Operates dump trucks and crew trucks, front‑end loaders, skid loaders, and other equipment assigned of similar size and complexity. Excavates and backfills trenches to complete repairs. Transports equipment, tools, and materials to and from job sites, in compliance with Texas Department of Public Safety Rules. Loads and unloads materials from trucks. Stocks vehicle with necessary equipment and material. Cleans, organizes and maintains facilities, tools and equipment. Observes and promotes all established safety procedures. Interprets maps. Assists with the setup of work zone barricades and signs for traffic control. Responsible for inventorying tools, equipment and materials. Provides training on the proper usage of tools and equipment. Adheres to any and all workplace safety rules and standards; will report unsafe working conditions and stop work if needed to prevent accidents. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Valid Texas Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License. Position‑specific physical testing. Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules. Equipment Truck Water Trench Pump Trailer Trench Pump Hose Jack Hammer Hammers Shoring Boards & Jacks Pipe Clamps Shoring Pump HDPE Tubing Rolls Tamper Probe Bar Hole Hawg Maul & Other Hand Tools Tack Oil Sprayer with Wand Asphalt Chute Asphalt Roller Asphalt Rake Assorted Size Ladders Assorted Size Shovels Work Locations Northside Operations Center – 15103 Capital Port Dr., San Antonio, TX 78249 NorthEast Service Center – 18106 Judson Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247 Eastside Service Center – 3930 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78220 Westside Operations Center – 2903 Hunt Lane, San Antonio, TX 78245 Steven Clouse Water Recycling Center – 3495 Valley Road, San Antonio, TX 78221 Benefits & Incentives Hiring Incentive: $1,000 (split into two payments of $500 on the second and fourth paycheck after hire). Retention Incentive: $1,000 paid during the seventh month of employment after completing a six‑month introductory period. Full‑time benefits include medical and dental plan coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, paid leave and holidays, tuition reimbursement, and additional benefits as outlined on . Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 40 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally; pushing a maximum force of 100 pounds; pulling a maximum force of 150 pounds. Requirements vary by crew: biosolids crew may lift up to 50/75 pounds, concrete crew up to 40/80 pounds, asphalt crew up to 50/100 pounds. Work is primarily outdoors, with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; animals, snakes and poisonous insects. Personnel may be required to comply with personal protective equipment regulations and may operate a company vehicle daily. Hours may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, on‑call and rotating shifts. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Antonio Water System