Utility Tech

Utility TechnicianAll applicants MUST submit an employment application.The City of Manvel offers an excellent benefits package including a voluntary ICMA 457 deferred compensation program, as well as membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match. The City of Manvel pays all premiums for the employee's Medical, Dental, Vision, long-term disability protection, and life & AD&D insurance.The City of Manvel is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetics information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.Job SummaryWorks under the general supervision of the Utilities SupervisorMay operate light and heavy motorized equipmentParticipates in all activities relating to street, drainage, water, wastewater, and solid waste maintenance, repair, and constructionReads consumer water meters and records readings on handheld meter reading device or bookDoes related work as requiredExamples Of Essential FunctionsResponsible for the cleaning and washing, preventative maintenance, and servicing of equipmentReads and understands written job instructions and plansWrites reports by handUses good judgment to work safely and use equipment properlyMechanical aptitude to troubleshoot existing and potential problemsLifts and carries up to 50 poundsPulls, pushes, or drags up to 150 pounds of repair equipmentClimbs, crawls, kneels, squats, stoops, and bends freely when driving or participating in repairs or reading both digital and dial metersSits or stands for extended periods of time around equipment and in trafficWorks in confined spaces for extended periods of timeWork outdoors in extreme temperatures including heat, cold, temperature swings, and inclement weatherPerform 2-way radio communicationCommunicate verbally with citizensAbility to walk long distances (approx. 5 miles at a time) while meter readingSome exposure to dust, fumes, and loud noises that are routinely encountered in maintenance operations such as mowing, shredding, tree trimming, etc., using proper precautionsMarginal functions include being subject to after-hours call out for emergency situations, rotating holidays and weekend shifts, safely operating hand tools, and providing services to the general public during emergency conditions.RequirementsTraining and Experience:High school diploma or GED requiredClass C Texas Driver LicenseKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Possess mechanical aptitude to make minor repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment in the fieldPhysical Requirements:Some tasks involve the regular, and at times sustained performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pounds) itemsEnvironmental Requirements:Some tasks require exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g. dirt, cold, rain, fumes)Some tasks require exposure to extreme heat/cold or extreme weather conditionsSome tasks require exposure to strong odors and/or smokeSome tasks require exposure to strong and/or toxic chemicalsSome tasks require exposure to dust or pollenSensory Requirements:Some tasks require sound perception and discriminationSome tasks require odor perception and discriminationSome tasks require depth perception and discriminationSome tasks require visual perception and discriminationTasks require oral communication abilityApplications and resumes can be emailed to Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.