CREW HELPER I – (2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE)

North Alamo Water Supply Corporation; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

North Alamo Water Supply Corporation in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Crew Helper I for full-time work in the Construction Department. You will assist in constructing and repairing water and wastewater systems and help train other employees.

The position requires a high school diploma, legal driving license, and willingness to pursue Texas licenses. You must be able to lift up to 100 pounds, work 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and be on call 24 hours. CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• Self-starting individual with a high school diploma and up to three months of related experience.
• Must be fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Must possess a Texas Driver License and be insurable by the Corporation’s insurance underwriter.
• Willing to work toward Type I Waste Water License and Class D Water License from TCEQ.
• Must have good communication skills and be able to present information to employees and management.
• Flexible schedule: 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and on-call 24 hours a day.
• Ability to work submerged in water and mud to repair/install pipes and meters.
• Must lift/move items up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Construct and repair structural woodwork and equipment on water/wastewater projects or new construction.
• Assist in building and repairs as directed by management and train other employees.
• Locate water lines using probes in water, dirt, and mud for meter installation and repair.
• Maintain and repair equipment and perform general job-site upkeep.
• Follow safety and corporate training requirements and company policies.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Communication

English fluency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Crew Helper I – (3 positions available)

Status: Full Time (40 hrs per week) Reports to: Crew Foreman Location:

Corporate Office Location

Construction Department

420 S. Doolittle Road

Edinburg, TX 78542

Description of Duties

Will construct and repair structural woodwork and equipment on current water and waste water projects or new construction. Assists in building and making repairs as directed by management, and assists in training other employees in equipment operation. Conducts probes in water, dirt, and mud in order to locate water lines for meter installation and repair of water lines. Responsible for the general cleaning of assigned vehicles and equipment, as well as the repair and maintenance of any equipment used at the job site. Will replace damaged pipes and other items as needed and as instructed by management. Participates in job specific training, and other various required corporate training programs; Complies with federal and state regulations and all established corporate policies and procedures. Other duties as may be assigned.

Job Requirements

A self-starting individual who possesses a high school diploma and up to three months of related experience. Must be able to read, write, and follow written instructions. Must possess a current Texas Driver License and must be insurable by the Corporation’s insurance underwriter. Must be willing to work towards the attainment of a Type I Waste Water License and the Class D Water License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Will be expected to take and remain current with the following schools: Utility Safety, Unit I Basic Water, Unit 5 Distribution, and Waste Water I. Must have good communications skills, in order to effectively present information to employees and management of the Corporation. Must be fluent in English (written and verbal). Basic mathematics skills are required (addition and subtraction of two digit numbers / multiplication and division by tens and hundreds) when calculating for monetary purposes or weight measurement. Must possess good judgment as well as exercise discretion in the performance of daily duties. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. during the workweek and must be on call 24 hours a day. Position requires the ability to work submerged in water and mud as needed in order to repair or install pipe and install or find water meters. Position requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and balance. Must have the ability to frequently lift and/or move items up to 100 pounds. Vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level associated with this position is generally loud.

Preferences

3 or more months of prior relevant work experience. A CDL is preferred.

Offers of employment will be conditioned upon successful completion of pre-employment screening tests; including (but not limited to) a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Failure to submit a completed application may cause employment ineligibility.

NAWSC Application for Employment

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation (NAWSC) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NAWSC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. NAWSC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of NAWSC’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.