Maintenance Technician

Who We Are For over 50 years, Texas Water Utilities has been a trusted provider of water and wastewater utility services. Today, we serve over 143,000 customers in 207 Texas communities. Our service area reaches throughout the state of Texas from Mitchell County in central Texas to Matagorda on the Gulf Shores. It all starts with our people - proud members of their communities, dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective water utility services. What We Offer Paid Time Off : Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company-paid holidays Health and Wellness Benefits : The first day of the month after your start, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. 401(k) Program with Matching Contribution : We offer a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of your salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution. Grow With Us : Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance. Additional Benefits : Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.\ Employee Resource Groups (ERG) : ERGs are voluntary employee groups that form based on shared characteristics or backgrounds and are sponsored by the organization. Overview The Nexus Water Group team has an opportunity for a Maintenance Technician . Perform maintenance on the distribution and collection system, install taps, and performs maintenance on plant equipment.To maintain, repair or replace mechanical equipment in place at water and wastewater facilities. Work Location and Schedule This position is located in Alvarado, TX . After-hour and weekend on-call support may be required. Some travel may be required within service area. Must be available to work shift work; weekend scheduling may be required. What You'll Do The Maintenance Technician will perform the following duties: Responsible for water line and sewer repairs, new line installation, taps, flushing valve maintenance, and plant equipment maintenance. Maintains work truck and tools. Inspects and maintains pumps, motors, valves and blowers in working order, troubleshooting problems as they arise. Pulls motors and pumps for repair, to include wiring and fabrication of parts as necessary. Replaces valves. Repairs fire hydrants. Assist plant operations as required. What You'll Bring Experience One to two years related expereince Education and Certification High school Diploma Must maintain a valid driver's license. Physical and Technical Skills Basic skills with Microsoft Suite of applications Ability to read and comprehend written technical information and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability to operate, maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, and tools Work requires lifting, moving and/or carrying fire hydrants, concrete meter boxes, other heavy items weighing over 25 pounds; driving trucks and operating a backhoe; duties also require walking, reaching, lifting, climbing, stooping, and digging. Equipment used includes backhoe, tools and equipment required to install and repair water and sewer lines. Work Environment Work is performed primarily outside and is subject to weather and environmental conditions. Worker is subject to adverse weather and environmental conditions, including temperature extremes, humidity and precipitation; noise and vibration from heavy equipment; physical hazards from moving machinery, equipment with moving parts, traffic, hazardous chemicals, and bacteria in wastewater. About Our Company We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law. We are an E-Verify participating employer.