Maintenance Worker - Utility Line Maintenance (Water Line)

Salary : $40,934.40 Annually
Location : Town Hall, 2121 Cross Timbers Rd, Flower Mound TX 75028, TX
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job Number: 2026-14
Department: Public Works
Division: Utility Services - ULM - Water Line
Opening Date: 01/30/2026


Description


Under direct supervision, performs routine and repetitive tasks related to the construction, repair, and maintenance of the Town's water distribution and wastewater collection systems, as well as other water and sewer utility operations.

Examples of Duties
• Constructs, maintains, and replaces water and sewer mains or service lines. Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs failures in water and sewer mains. Operates various construction equipment; builds and adjusts manholes and clean-outs; installs and repairs fire hydrants and valves; prepares trenches; rods and cleans sewer lines; excavates water and sewer mains and services, exposing them for repair.
• Excavates trenches and ditches for the installation of new mains and/or service lines.
• Operates sewer cleaning equipment, as needed, to clean mains, services, manholes, and spills.
• Disassembles, cleans, repairs, replaces, and tests defective or worn parts on water meters.
• Maintains water leaks and sewer lines; installs and changes water meters and pit pads; and performs other water distribution, production, and collection tasks.
• Performs general maintenance duties to include completing work order tickets for each task performed.
• Operates various light to heavy construction equipment and tools including tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, sewer machine, jackhammers, water main tapping machine, air compressors, trailers, compactors, weed-eaters, augers, tillers, welders, cut off saws, vehicles, power tools, and hand held tools.
• Works safely near high-speed vehicle traffic areas, including medians, rights-of-way, etc.
• Conducts daily inspections and preventative maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and tools. Tasks include washing, checking safe and proper operation, servicing, checking fluid levels and lubrication points, inspecting tire pressure, cleaning filters, screens and wind shields, and ensuring road worthiness by verifying lights, horns, braking systems, wipers, and hazard equipment Are in working condition and loads are properly secured.
• Identifies and informs supervisor of potential hazards, liability concerns, problem areas, public inquiries, and the status of work activities.
• Adheres to personnel, safety, and department policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required.
• Must have a valid state-issued driver's license, and the driving record must comply with Town policy.
• Must be able to obtain a valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License, with proper endorsements and without restrictions, within six (6) months from the date of hire. Your driving record must be in compliance with Town policy.
Physical Abilities
The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.*
• Must be able to talk, read, see, walk, hear, and follow oral and written directives.
• Must also have good hand, foot, and eye coordination to operate and repair equipment and vehicles.
• Must be able to operate maintenance equipment and perform strenuous physical activities, including exerting up to 100 lbs. of pressure, lifting up to 100 lbs. of equipment and heavy objects several times a day, shoveling, crawling, bending, kneeling, climbing on and off equipment, and operating vibrating equipment.
• Must be able to work indoors, underground, and outdoors, including in confined spacessuch as trenches. Must also be abke to work various terrains- level, slippery, sloping, unstable, or muddy-and under constantnoise.
• Must tolerate adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather(rain, sleet, snow, heat, sun exposure, dust/mist), hazardous situations such as street traffic, and exposure to insects, noxious plants, and snakes.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
• Related utility operation or equipment operation experience is preferred.

Knowledge/ Skills / Abilities
• Must be skilled in operating heavy to light construction equipment, vehicles, and power tools in a safe and proper manner.
• Must exercise good judgment, make competent decisions, handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
• Must be able to work extensive hours and respond within 30 minutes to on-call or emergency callbacks.
Important Notice:
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Regular full-time employees are eligible for a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. Below is an overview of what we offer:

Health & Wellness

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage that includes doctor visits, prescriptions, specialist care, and hospital services. We offer two health plan options to suit your needs.


Dental Insurance: Coverage for routine check-ups, cleanings and other dental procedures.

Vision Insurance: Coverage for eye exams, glasses and contact lenses.

Wellness Program: Free access to the Town's Community Activity Center, participation in wellness challenges, and health resources to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.


Retirement & Financial Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): Upon retirement the Town matches retirement contributions 2:1 to help you save for retirement.

457- Pre and Post Tax Deferred Compensation: Voluntary contributions to help you save for retirement.


Disability Insurance: Long-term and optional short-term disability coverage in the case of illness or injury.

Paid Time Off:

Vacation : Paid vacation days each year to help you relax and recharge.


Sick: Paid sick days each year for illness or medical appointments.

Holidays: Paid time off for Town recognized holidays, such as New Year's Day, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, and others.

Work - Life Balance:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Access to mental health support, financial planning resources and other services for you and your dependents.


Compressed Work Schedule: Complete your full workweek in fewer than five days.

Flex Place Work: Work up to 90 days away from the worksite.

Flex-Time Work Schedule: Flexible arrival and departure times to complete a full workweek of hours.
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01


Do you have a High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a valid state-issued driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have or will you be able to obtain a valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License, with proper endorsements and without restrictions, within six (6) months from the date of hire?

• Yes
• No

Required Question