Maintenance Specialist II - Water/Wastewater

-; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading city in Texas is seeking a skilled maintenance worker for their Public Works Department. The role involves repairing water and wastewater systems, performing maintenance tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience. The city offers a competitive benefits package, including medical insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

4-day work week

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability

Flexible spending account

20-year retirement plan

Vacation - 2 weeks during the first year

Sick leave - 2 weeks per year

Qualifications

• One year of related construction, maintenance and repair experience required.
• Ability to read and understand labels on equipment and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Repairs leaks in the wastewater collection system or water distribution system.
• Performs preventative maintenance on all station equipment.

Skills

Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Mathematical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pick

Shovel

Jackhammer

Job description

Salary : $41,530.17 - $62,294.61 Annually
Location : Rowlett, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00221
Department: Public Works
Division: Water
Opening Date: 05/09/2025
Closing Date: 5/30/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description
Hiring Rate:$19.97 hourly
Full Pay Range: $19.97 - $29.95 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6-10

Benefits at the City of Rowlett Include:

• 4-day work week
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance (2x salary up to $150,000)
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Flexible spending account
• 20-year retirement plan with the Texas Municipal Retirement System
• 5-year vesting and a 2:1 City match
• Vacation - 2 weeks during the first year, 3 weeks after the first year
• Sick leave - 2 weeks per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity pay

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work. Operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of City water, wastewater, and City's drainage system. Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Functions

Repairs leaks in the wastewater collection system or water distribution system. May repair leaks on pipes in depths of over 6' feet, responsible for trench safety, replace service tubing; repair/replace sewer, lateral line, cleanout, main line and/or tapping saddle.

Responsible for checking water and wastewater stations, keeping grounds neat and clean. Assists with work on pumps, motors, controls and electrical wiring, SCADA system, wet wells, dry wells, elevated towers and ground storage tanks. Performs preventative maintenance on all station equipment and elevated towers, ground storage tanks.

Removes debris, closes and opens valves to ensure proper operation, flushes lines; replaces damaged parts. Uses chemicals such as floating degreaser, chlorine, caustic soda, and all-purpose cleaners.

Repairs manholes, and city clean-outs and valves by using a pick, shovel and/or jackhammer. Performs water and sewer taps, dig trenches or holes; assist heavy equipment operator to open hole, drill hole using tapping machine or hole saw. Performs related duties and special projects as assigned. May assist other departments when emergencies arise.
Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED. One year of related construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater experience required.

Ability to follow written and oral instructions, such as completing work orders. Ability to fill out daily reports and checklist for water and wastewater stations. Ability to read and understand labels on equipment, chemicals, reports and memos. Ability to use math to calculate water usage at stations and hourly readings on water/wastewater stations. Ability to interact and get along with other crew members and the general public. Ability to follow safety procedures.
Other Requirements

Valid Class C Driver's License required. Class "A" CDL is preferred or the ability to obtain with Tanker endorsement within six (6) months of employment required and ability to maintain City driving standards. Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driver standards as established by the City of Rowlett.

Must reside within a 1 hour response time from the Public Works Building, employee will have (6) months from employment date in which to relocate. Will be subject to covering/handling first-call or back-up call when assigned.

Must have a minimum of a Class "D" Water License and Wastewater Collection System Class I License or be able to obtain within 12 months of being hired. A Class "C" Water Distribution License and Wastewater Collection System Class II License is preferred.
The City of Rowlett offers a competitive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, prescription drug, vision, life and AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.

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01

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• High School Diploma
• GED
• Neither

03

Do you live within a 1-hour response time from the Rowlett Public Works building?

• Yes
• No

Required Question