Construction & Maintenance Worker (Wastewater Collection)

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock is seeking a diligent worker for manual construction and maintenance of public works facilities. You will install and repair water meters and lines, assist in sewer line cleaning and inspection, and help maintain city roadways.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED with 6 months of construction experience and physical ability to lift heavy objects. Physical exam is required; extensive background checks and random drug screening apply due to critical infrastructure

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent with an additional six months experience in construction or maintenance.
• Physical exam required.
• This position has close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components and is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair water meters, and water and wastewater lines.
• Assist in the operation of equipment in cleaning and inspecting sewer lines and sewer taps.
• Clean and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes and meter boxes.
• Operate hydraulic or pneumatic power tools and lighter construction equipment (e.g., skid steer).
• Order parts and supplies; clean, repair, and test meters.
• Assist in scheduling routine vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Assist in setting up traffic control devices in work areas.
• Assist in operation, inspection and maintenance of city roadways.

Skills

Manual labor

Physical endurance

Communication

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hydrocleaner

Vacuum truck

CCTV

SCBA units

Job description

Performs manual work in the construction and maintenance of public works facilities.

Essential Functions

• Install and repair water meters, water, and wastewater lines;
• Assist in the operation of specialized equipment in cleaning and inspecting sewer lines and sewer taps;
• Clean and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes and meter boxes;
• Will occasionally operate hydraulic or pneumatic power tools, and lighter construction equipment, i.e.; skid steer;
• Order parts and supplies; clean, repair, and test meters;
• Assist in scheduling routine vehicle and equipment maintenance;
• Assist in setting up proper traffic control devices in work areas;
• Assist in the operation, inspection and maintenance of all city roadways;
• Keep a daily log of oil levels in equipment;
• Performs related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent with an additional six months experience in construction or maintenance; or any relevant combination of education and experience which provides the following:

Physical exam required

Water: *** Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***

• Wastewater Collection - Must be clean shaven in order to wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Respiratory Fitness physical required as part of the pre-employment physical and annually every year after and must have a high school diploma or GED.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge Of

• The types and uses of hand tools and equipment for construction and maintenance;
• Methods used to construct and maintain a variety of public works.

Ability to

• Perform manual tasks requiring physical strength and endurance;
• Follow oral and written instructions;
• Communicate effectively with others;
• Operate heavy equipment and other equipment such as Hydrocleaner, Vacuum truck, (CCTV and SCBA units - Wastewater Collection only).

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Wastewater Collection-frequently lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Frequently walk and stand during the shift.
• Frequently bend and kneel during the shift.
• Push and pull objects.
• Continuously flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
• Continuously rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
• Reach above, at, or below shoulder height.
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package.