Utility Worker

Salary: $19.54 - $22.48 Hourly
Location : Public Works, 601 W Fifth St, Prosper, TX
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2026-00185
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works-Water
Opening Date: 02/27/2026


JOB SUMMARY
The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified and dedicated individual for the position of:
Utility Worker
Hiring Salary Range: $40,651.38 - $46,749.09
Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match Medical, Dental, and Vision

Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment

Flex Scheduling Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Benefits

Training & Continuing Education Opportunities
Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid Class C Driver's License.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Possession of a valid Class CDL license and/or obtain within six months of employment.
• Possession of a Class II Wastewater Collection license and/or obtain license within one year.
• Possession of a Class C Water Distribution license and/or obtain license within one year.

To serve as lead worker over a small crew of maintenance personnel performing work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of Town utilities; to operate a variety of construction and maintenance equipment for the performance of assignments on a regular basis. Positions at this level of responsibility assume the most difficult and responsible type of duties assigned within this series including lead supervision over subordinate staff. Monitor, operate wells, storage tanks and pump stations. Perform on call duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

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WORK ENVIRONMENT
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.

• Characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions.
• Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.


This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.
The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager.

PROSPER'S PURPOSE - PROSPER IS A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS
Benefits
01


When working around water and wastewater lines, what is the most important safety practice?

• Wearing proper safety apparel at all times
• Working as quickly as possible
• Avoiding heavy lifting
• Taking frequent breaks

02


If you discover a leak while assisting with water line repairs, what should you do first?

• Attempt to fix it immediately, even if unsure
• Report it to a supervisor or crew leader
• Ignore it if it looks small
• Wait until the end of shift to mention it

03


This job often requires working in wet, muddy or smaller spaced. What is the best approach to handling these conditions?

• Refuse to do the task if it seems uncomfortable
• Complain to workers until conditions improve
• Follow safety practices and complete the task as instructed
• Rush through the task to finish quickly

04


This job sometimes requires working outdoors in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain). How would you handle those challenges to make sure you can still do your job effectively?
05


Tell us about a time when you had to work as part of a team to complete a task. What was your role, and how did you contribute?
Required Question