Public Works Maintenance Worker - Wastewater

Job Title

Public Works Equipment Operator

General Summary

Operates heavy equipment used in construction, repair and maintenance of streets, as required, and read meters as required. Work in the Public Works Department (Streets, Water, and/or Sewer) as assigned by the Director of Public Works.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform work activities in Streets, Water and Sewer and all additional Public Works functions.
• Prepares job sites to ensure that safety procedures are established repair methods are utilized.
• Repairs, inspects, and maintains the construction of streets, concrete curb and gutters.
• Repairs, inspects maintains and is responsible for safe keeping of equipment and tools.
• Assists in preparing daily work reports, logs and records.
• Assists in scheduling maintenance activities.
• Operates equipment, such as, backhoe, loader, dump truck, jet machine, roller and any other equipment that may become available.
• Responsible for reading water meters.
• Regular attendance is an essential function
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Skill to communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Knowledge of preventative and minor maintenance repair on tools and equipment
• Skill in using hand tools to perform routine manual labor tasks
• Knowledge of routine construction maintenance and repair methods
• Ability to identify and correct potential safety hazards
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas driver's license

Must have or be able to obtain Class D Water Distribution License within 6 months

Preferred

• Class C Water Distribution License
• Experience in maintenance, repair and construction of streets, water distribution, and/or wastewater collection systems
• Experience using heavy equipment
• Class A CDL
• Experience with SCADA Computer System
• Experience with Lift Stations
• Inspection experience with Water, Sewer and Street projects
• Experience with reading and interpreting engineering plans

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Must be physically fit with strength sufficient to lift up to 80 pounds.

Must be able to work on your feet for a continuous eight-hour shift in both indoor and outdoor locations.