Field Maintenance Technician – 24/7 Water & Wastewater

City of Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Professional Development

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth Water Department is seeking a Maintenance Worker for the Field Operations Division to support 24/7 operations, repairing, maintaining and constructing the infrastructure that delivers clean water and collects wastewater across the city.

This boots-on-the-ground role is outdoors, requires use of hand and power tools, and involves lifting up to 100 pounds. A high school diploma and a Texas driver’s license are required for consideration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (Required).
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain a TCEQ Class I Wastewater Collection or Water Class D license within one year of hire.
• Flexibility to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation as needed.
• Ability to pass a physical examination, drug screening, and background check.
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions and lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand and power tools to repair water/wastewater mains and hydrants.
• Operate valves to isolate leaks.
• Repair leaks in distribution/collection system.
• Assist wastewater equipment to clear obstructions.
• Replace/repair manholes and locate lines.
• Operate light/medium equipment (trucks, jackhammers, cement mixers).

Skills

Outdoor work

Team player

Overtime flexibility

On-call readiness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Shovels & hand tools

Power tools

Light & medium equipment operation

Job description

The City of Fort Worth Water Department is seeking a Maintenance Worker for the Field Operations Division to support 24/7 operations, repairing, maintaining and constructing the infrastructure that delivers clean water and collects wastewater across the city.

This boots-on-the-ground role is outdoors, requires use of hand and power tools, and involves lifting up to 100 pounds. A high school diploma and a Texas driver’s license are required for consideration.