Maintenance Worker-Utilities

Job Title

The purpose of this position is to repair and maintain water and wastewater systems.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares sites for work by placing hydraulic shoring jacks at excavation sites; excavating and backfilling areas; and digging holes to expose water and sewer lines for repairs; Removes and restores residential landscaping and areas within the city right-of-way during the process of making water/wastewater repairs; restores appearance of construction or excavation sites by removing excess dirt from site; replacing grass, sod, trees, or shrubs; Makes repairs to the water/wastewater systems by reviewing the work site; determining necessary materials, resources, and supplies to make the repairs. Ensures site and traffic safety in the roadways by placing and removing traffic cones; placing and removing barricades and advanced warning signs; and routing traffic as appropriate. Maintains vehicles by checking fluids; stocking vehicles with equipment, materials, and supplies; and reports needed maintenance and repairs; Locates Water and Sewer mains and valves for contractors and to complete day to day work; Work "on-call" to complete above duties if they are to arise; Ensures continuous operation of water and sewer pipes by fitting pipe; repairing sewer laterals and mains; repairing manhole covers; connecting water and sewer lines to citizen property lines; and pumping water out of excavation sites; Performs other assigned duties.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and Valid Driver's License. Position is subject to callback. Class D Water License is required within one (1) year of employment.

Employee Benefit Information

Health Insurance- BCBS Dental Insurance- BCBS Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight Flexible Spending - Payflex Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions. Life Insurance- Dearborn National The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000. Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents. Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems. Education Pay Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees. Social Security Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds. Texas Municipal Retirement System Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1. Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age. Vacation Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year). All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year). Sick Leave Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year). Holidays Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day. Longevity Pay Earned at a rate of $4 per month. This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200). Worker's Compensation coverage is provided for all employees. Fire/Police Eligible for Education/Certification pay. Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.