Job description

Performs construction and maintenance work under the general supervision of the
Utilities Supervisor. Work involves the operation of backhoes, rubber tire loader, track loader, and other specialized heavy equipment for the repair of water and sewer mains as well as water and sewer services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Repair and replace fire hydrants, valves, service connections, and meters.
• Operates Jet/vac machine for sewer line flushing and sewer blockage.
• Operates sewer camera equipment.
• Keeps daily records of work performed.
• Reports any abnormalities in the system to his supervisor for repairs.
• Ensures adherence to safety procedures.
• Performs traffic control set up at the job site to ensure a safe working environment, places and gathers cones, flags, set out traffic signs, etc.
• Insures safety procedures and proper use of safety equipment at all times.
• Responds to emergency calls from citizens during and after normal operating weekends and holidays.
• Loads and unloads construction materials at the Public Works Facility as well as in the field.
• Clears and Maintains equipment used in daily activities.
• Skillfully operates and performs maintenance on variety of equipment and power tools.
• May perform other assignments and handle special projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. Two (2) years in maintenance and/or construction including one (1) year of heavy equipment operations experience.

Must have Texas Driver's License. Class A CDL Driver License required within six (6) months of employment. C-Water Distribution License, Class II Waste Water License preferred, must obtain within three years in position.

To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Watauga Drug Policy.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of the provisions in the Texas Motor Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motorized equipment on public streets and highways.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws relating to water and waste water distribution and collection.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, planning and prioritizing.
• Ability to operate and maintain of a variety of light and heavy equipment.
• Ability to use two-way radios.
• Ability to produce finished quality construction with minimum rework.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.32 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location

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