Maintenance Specialist II - Water/Wastewater

City of Rowlett; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Rowlett is seeking a dedicated maintenance worker to join their Public Works team. The role involves operating equipment and performing repairs on the city's water and wastewater systems. Ideal candidates will have experience in construction and maintenance, along with a commitment to safety procedures. This position offers a 4-day work week and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Benefits

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

Vacation – 2 weeks during the first year

Sick leave – 2 weeks per year

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity pay

Qualifications

• At least one year of related construction, maintenance, and repair experience.
• Must follow safety procedures and have a valid Class C Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance work on water and wastewater systems.
• Repairs leaks and performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Checks water and wastewater stations, ensuring proper operation.

Skills

Safety Procedures

Maintenance

Repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job 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.

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.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, with at least one year of related construction, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater experience. Must follow safety procedures, have a valid Class C Driver's License, and be able to obtain a Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement within six months.

Must reside within a 1-hour response time from the Public Works Building within 6 months of employment, and have a minimum of a Class D Water License and Wastewater Collection System Class I License, with preferred additional licenses.