Line Cleaning & Inspection Crew Member

Johnson County Government; Mission (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking government organization committed to providing essential services to the community. This role involves working with wastewater systems to ensure public health and environmental safety. As a member of the Line Cleaning and Inspection Crew, you'll engage in meaningful tasks that support your professional growth while enjoying competitive wages and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that offers opportunities for advancement and a chance to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Wellness Incentives

Organizational Culture

Uniform Provided

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and Class B CDL required.
• One year of experience with light, medium, or heavy-duty equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and semi-skilled tasks related to wastewater collection.
• Operate vehicles and equipment while following safety protocols.
• Respond to customer service inquiries and assist in emergency situations.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Data Entry

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Jet Truck

CCTV Equipment

High-Pressure Hoses

Job description

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job—something akin to a calling—then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Job Description

Johnson County Wastewater (JCW) is responsible for the safe collection, transportation, and treatment of wastewater generated by our community. Our work ensures that lakes, rivers, and streams remain free from disease-causing pathogens and pollutants that are harmful to public health and the environment. Are you seeking an employer to support your professional growth? Then you should join the team at Johnson County Wastewater. The Line Cleaning and Inspection Crew Member and Trainee positions are part of a career progression program offering employees opportunities for advancement. Additional opportunities exist to learn new skills and develop your career at Johnson County Wastewater. Are awesome benefits and competitive wages also important to you?

First review of position will be May 16, 2025.

• Under limited and indirect supervision, completes a variety of routine, semi-skilled, skilled, and manual tasks related to wastewater collection system cleaning and inspection. Works on an assigned crew providing assistance and support for various routine and non-routine labor tasks, such as pulling hoses, setting up traffic control at work sites, removing debris from sewer lines, determining materials needed, setting up equipment, preparing materials and tools, cleaning holding tanks and sewer lines using high-pressure hoses and other equipment, and taking inventory of materials on a work truck. Assists with more complex specialty crew work involving jet vac trucks, CCTV trucks, or related equipment. Provides training and support to other staff in routine work functions and assists with training new employees.

• Operates a variety of vehicles, light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment, and tools. Follows established safety protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment and following guidelines for confined space entries. Carries an on-call phone or pager and responds to emergency and after-hours calls, either as the subject matter expert or by assisting other staff with complex or less routine calls.

• Enters data into maintenance and tracking systems. Completes routine preventative maintenance and more complex preventative tasks. Responds to customer service inquiries, escalating complex questions or concerns to a crew leader or supervisor. Understands how to operate equipment safely, such as a Jet Truck, and may occasionally take trucks out as an active crew leader.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent, a Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements, and an acceptable driving record are required.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specific criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:

One year of experience with light, medium, or heavy-duty equipment is preferred.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

Excessive standing and walking; exposure to extreme temperatures, fumes, chemicals, heights, loud noises, raw sewage, and confined spaces. Lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs., pushing/pulling 75 lbs., climbing, bending, crouching, kneeling, and balancing. On-call/stand-by work is required. Safety-sensitive and weather-essential job. All County employees may be called upon to assist in emergency situations. Uniform required. Use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, boots, gloves, and other safety tools is mandatory.