Utility Technician II - Wesley Seale Dam

Utility Technician II - Wesley Seale Dam - 11263 US:TX:Corpus Christi | CCW | Full Time

$ 21.63-35.45 USD

Description Overview The Utility Technician II – Wesley Seale Dam is responsible for performing the essential functions of a Utility Technician II. Under supervision, they are to safely perform ground and/ or mechanical maintenance (etc) as assigned at the following locations. Wesley Seale Dam, Sunrise Beach, Rincon Pump Station and three raw water pump stations, Beeville, Alice, and Mathis. Responsibilities Safely performs grounds upkeep by mowing, weed trimming, tree trimming, spraying for weeds and fence repairs at the following locations Wesley Seale Dam, Sunrise Beach and Rincon Pump station Maintains all grounds keeping equipment such as but not limited to tractors, ATVs, mowers, weed trimmers, and chain saws Safely performs the following functions, welding, acetylene, torch cutting, painting, plumbing, fabricating and carpentry work at Wesley Seale Dam, Sunrise Beach and Rincon Pump Station Exercising and lubricating mechanical equipment such as but not limited to pumps, actuators, butterfly valves, sluice gates, crest gates and 48 inch cone valves Performs regular inspections and assists on repairs or replacement of equipment as needed Safely performs regular visual inspections of the following key components like the embankments, crest, and spillways looking for signs of erosion, seepage, cracks or any other changes from the last inspection. All inspections are recorded with abnormal conditions reported to supervision Must be familiar with watercraft since lake side inspections are performed from a boat Gathers weather related information from our weather station such as a hook reading to calculate evaporation, temperature, lake level, rainfall and river inflows. Records all information and enters it on an Excel spreadsheet. The information is forwarded and a daily pass-through report is created Must be familiar with the Dam Emergency Action Plan and the operating procedures during an emergency May be asked to perform other duties as assigned Position Type and Typical Hours of Work Rotating 40-hour work week, available to work additional hours as needed In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma/ GED One (1) year of experience Licenses and Certifications Required A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire Required within six (6) months of hire TCEQ Dam Safety Certificate Parks & Wildlife Boat Safety License Employment Testing Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: Criminal Background Check: Yes Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes Physical Exam: Yes Basis of Rating A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview. Supplemental Information Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi. The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Corpus Christi, TX