Utilities Technician I

Utilities Technician I Pay Group: U4 Summary Of Position Performs diversified work of the Water/Wastewater Maintenance Operations to include repairs and installation of sewer mains, water mains, service lines, fire hydrants, and lift station maintenance, etc. Examples Of Work Performs maintenance and installation of all equipment and materials associated with the Water/Wastewater maintenance and collection system; Delivers and erects barricades at designated locations and repairs and replaces broken and/or burned out lights on barricades; Uses hand tools to dig ditches or holes; Hand-shovels dirt, gravel, asphalt, or sand; Tamps, packs, and levels dirt, sand, asphalt, or other material; Loads and unloads materials and equipment; Performs preventive maintenance on city vehicles, tools, and equipment; Maintains tools and shop in neat and organized manner; Installs water and sewer lines and repairs leaks and broken lines; Works with jackhammer and air compressor; Operates various types of water tapping machinery depending on size and type of pipe; Installs, replaces, and removes water valves and water meters; Performs the duties of on call as required; Unstops sewer lines; Makes temporary repairs to utility cuts in streets; Attends in-house and out of house Water/Wastewater Maintenance Department education and training sessions; Operates dump truck, crane, hydro jet machine, vac truck; Occasionally operates a pickup, front-end loader, and backhoe; Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations; May train and mentor less experienced employees; Observes all safety rules and procedures. Other Important Duties May build and install forms and pour concrete. Performs such other duties as may be assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of Water/Wastewater Maintenance Department Operations or ability to learn said operations and maintenance. Demonstrated Ability to lift and maneuver equipment and materials weighing up to 92 lbs.; must be able to enter and exit a 24 inch diameter manhole opening without difficulty; must be able to enter and exit a 24 inch wide ditch, maneuvering freely while operating necessary equipment; perform strenuous work in the outdoors under adverse weather conditions; and safely operate all equipment required. Demonstrated Mental Ability to tolerate working in confined places for prolonged periods of time. Ability to work under general supervision and follow oral instructions; operate and maintain a variety of power and manual tools and equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees; maintain Texas driver's license (applicable to job responsibilities) and good driving record; and must be able to lawfully report for emergency duty from residence within 30 minutes. Other: may handle toxic and/or hazardous materials or work in areas where such materials may be stored. Acceptable Experience And Training H.S. diploma/GED and ability to obtain Collections level I license within an agreed upon timeframe. Certificates And Licenses Required Collections Level I license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality; Valid Class C driver's license; and must be able to obtain a State of Texas Class B (commercial) driver's license with air brakes within an agreed upon timeframe. Salary and Benefits Starting Salary: $20.29/hour Position Will Remain Open Until Filled The City of Seguin is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE) For the purpose of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Seguin