Technician II
$20.64 - $30.38 per hourFull-time
City of Port Arthur Texas
SALARY: $20.64- $30.38 Hourly (DOE&Q) NON-EXEMPT
OPENING DATE: 08/27/2026
CLOSING DATE: Continuous Until Filled JOB SUMMARY
To perform semi-skilled labor in construction, maintenance, and related service activities in the Streets, Drainage, Pleasure Island, Solid Waste divisions and/or Water/Wastewater Utility Operations for the city; and to provide staff support to an assigned function or crew. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full journey level class in the Technician series. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Technician I class, or when filled from the outside, require prior experience in the construction and maintenance of streets, drainage, parks and recreation, water/wastewater related facilities. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. All positions assigned to this class require the ability to work independently exercising judgment and initiative. Duties will normally require the ability to operate the full range of mechanical equipment related to a specific assignment. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from upper-level staff. May exercise functional and technical supervision over lower-level maintenance staff. EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Operate a variety of maintenance equipment including jackhammers, trucks, mowers, weed eaters, air compressors, sprayers, saws, drills, tapping machines, generators, bobcats, rollers and other similar equipment and machinery in maintaining and repairing various city facilities and properties. Participate in a variety of activities involving travel between various city facilities and properties and other related external business and government agencies, which may include collecting and delivering materials and supplies. Ensure safety of worksite, setup barricades and other safety devices. Plant, cut or trim herbage as requested including trimming trees and shrubs and planting flowers and trees; remove and transport a variety of debris and excess material. Perform minor repairs on equipment and report the need for major repairs. Inspect and restore equipment and machinery fluid levels including oil, fuel, water and transmission fluid; verify operation of gauges and tires; lubricate equipment as needed. Utilize a variety of manual tools to complete assigned projects including shoveling various materials, hammering nails, building small wooden objects and repairing equipment. Provide maintenance support to assist designated staff in the completion of their duties and responsibilities; provide functional and technical direction as needed. Complete daily schedules and timesheets; report all daily work to appropriate staff member. Inspect ditches, drainage areas and roadside shoulders for noxious weeds; remove and identify weeds and apply appropriate herbicides. Remove blockages from and repair and install water, sewer and storm drain lines and mains. Assist in installing, maintaining and repairing pumps, mechanical and electric motors, water meters, valves and hydrants. Participate in performing field repairs on meters, valves, pumps, lift stations and irrigation systems. Locate and repair storm drains, catch basins and storm drainpipes. Read and interpret maps of underground sewer and drainage systems. Spread asphalt in patching and repairing streets; cut and break obsolete concrete; pour and assist in finishing concrete; construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work. Clean ditches, alleys, streets, culverts and storm drains; resurface and slurry seal streets and alleys. Assist in repairing and replacing roofs, floors, doors, windows, screens and fences. Install and replace insulation, tile and interior walls. Collect and skim various liquid surfaces to remove debris. Assist with rerouting main and service water lines. May collect samples of water, waste and wastewater for testing; assist with testing of samples. May answer questions and provide information to the public as necessary. May build, refinish and repair furniture as requested. Paint, remodel, clean and improve interior and exterior of city facilities. Pack, unpack and issue supplies and equipment; stock shelves; distribute and receive supplies; maintain routine records of materials and supplies received and used. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
Uses and purposes of general maintenance tools and equipment. Basic operation of a variety of machinery, equipment and tools to perform assignments.
Safe work practices. Methods, techniques, tools and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the maintenance of city facilities and properties. City and departmental policies and procedures. Ability to:
Perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of maintenance activities. Perform heavy manual labor. Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience performing field maintenance duties comparable to those performed by a Technician I in the City of Port Arthur. Training:
Must have completed the twelfth grade and possess a high school diploma or have a GED. License:
Possession of an appropriate Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Technician II – Drainage - Posting #26-079.
OPENING DATE: 08/27/2026
CLOSING DATE: Continuous Until Filled JOB SUMMARY
To perform semi-skilled labor in construction, maintenance, and related service activities in the Streets, Drainage, Pleasure Island, Solid Waste divisions and/or Water/Wastewater Utility Operations for the city; and to provide staff support to an assigned function or crew. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full journey level class in the Technician series. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Technician I class, or when filled from the outside, require prior experience in the construction and maintenance of streets, drainage, parks and recreation, water/wastewater related facilities. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. All positions assigned to this class require the ability to work independently exercising judgment and initiative. Duties will normally require the ability to operate the full range of mechanical equipment related to a specific assignment. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from upper-level staff. May exercise functional and technical supervision over lower-level maintenance staff. EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Operate a variety of maintenance equipment including jackhammers, trucks, mowers, weed eaters, air compressors, sprayers, saws, drills, tapping machines, generators, bobcats, rollers and other similar equipment and machinery in maintaining and repairing various city facilities and properties. Participate in a variety of activities involving travel between various city facilities and properties and other related external business and government agencies, which may include collecting and delivering materials and supplies. Ensure safety of worksite, setup barricades and other safety devices. Plant, cut or trim herbage as requested including trimming trees and shrubs and planting flowers and trees; remove and transport a variety of debris and excess material. Perform minor repairs on equipment and report the need for major repairs. Inspect and restore equipment and machinery fluid levels including oil, fuel, water and transmission fluid; verify operation of gauges and tires; lubricate equipment as needed. Utilize a variety of manual tools to complete assigned projects including shoveling various materials, hammering nails, building small wooden objects and repairing equipment. Provide maintenance support to assist designated staff in the completion of their duties and responsibilities; provide functional and technical direction as needed. Complete daily schedules and timesheets; report all daily work to appropriate staff member. Inspect ditches, drainage areas and roadside shoulders for noxious weeds; remove and identify weeds and apply appropriate herbicides. Remove blockages from and repair and install water, sewer and storm drain lines and mains. Assist in installing, maintaining and repairing pumps, mechanical and electric motors, water meters, valves and hydrants. Participate in performing field repairs on meters, valves, pumps, lift stations and irrigation systems. Locate and repair storm drains, catch basins and storm drainpipes. Read and interpret maps of underground sewer and drainage systems. Spread asphalt in patching and repairing streets; cut and break obsolete concrete; pour and assist in finishing concrete; construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work. Clean ditches, alleys, streets, culverts and storm drains; resurface and slurry seal streets and alleys. Assist in repairing and replacing roofs, floors, doors, windows, screens and fences. Install and replace insulation, tile and interior walls. Collect and skim various liquid surfaces to remove debris. Assist with rerouting main and service water lines. May collect samples of water, waste and wastewater for testing; assist with testing of samples. May answer questions and provide information to the public as necessary. May build, refinish and repair furniture as requested. Paint, remodel, clean and improve interior and exterior of city facilities. Pack, unpack and issue supplies and equipment; stock shelves; distribute and receive supplies; maintain routine records of materials and supplies received and used. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
Uses and purposes of general maintenance tools and equipment. Basic operation of a variety of machinery, equipment and tools to perform assignments.
Safe work practices. Methods, techniques, tools and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the maintenance of city facilities and properties. City and departmental policies and procedures. Ability to:
Perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of maintenance activities. Perform heavy manual labor. Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
- making observations
- reading
- operating assigned equipment
- communicating with others
- interpreting work orders and directions
- elevating and moving various equipment and materials
- walking, standing, stooping, kneeling or sitting for extended periods of time
- performing heavy manual labor
- operating assigned equipment including a motor vehicle
- hazardous and toxic fumes, chemicals and materials
- confined or high workplaces
- considerably loud noises
- hazards associated with working in and near traffic
One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience performing field maintenance duties comparable to those performed by a Technician I in the City of Port Arthur. Training:
Must have completed the twelfth grade and possess a high school diploma or have a GED. License:
Possession of an appropriate Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Technician II – Drainage - Posting #26-079.
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
Attn: Hiring Manager
P.O. Box 1089
Port Arthur, Texas 77641-1089
(EEO/AA/V/F/RC/H)
The City of Port Arthur is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Vacancy posted 23 days ago
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