Maintenance Specialist III - Wastewater

Lindentx; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TMRS pension 7% 2:1 match

Job summary

The City of Rowlett is hiring for a supervisory maintenance role focused on water, wastewater, streets and drainage operations. Under supervision, you will lead a crew, operate heavy equipment, and ensure safety and efficiency in daily tasks.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3 years of related experience, and the ability to obtain licenses such as Class C Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection Class 2, and CDL/Tanker within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus 3 years in water/wastewater construction, maintenance, or repair.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as dump truck and backhoe.
• Ability to lift up to 150 pounds and work outdoors in various conditions.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record; must report citations.
• Must reside within 1-hour of the Public Works Building; ability to relocate within 6 months.
• Must obtain Class C Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Class 2 licenses within 12 months.
• CDL with Tanker endorsement required or obtainable within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist Crew Leader in planning, scheduling and implementing activities for water, wastewater, streets and drainage.
• Perform labor as part of a crew: pavement cutting, ditch digging, line cleaning, repairs and backfilling.
• Service water supply, sewer lift stations and pumps; follow safety standards.
• Ensure safe operation, manage traffic hazards and equipment use; maintain records.
• Respond to leaks and odors; explain issues to residents and plan repairs.
• Train Maintenance Specialist I/II to increase skills; locate utility lines before excavation.
• Maintain attendance and professional relationships; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Effective communication

Lead worker capability

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement

Class C Water Distribution License

Wastewater Collection System Class 2 License

Job description

Hiring Range: $46,294.61 - $52,081.26 (Depending on qualifications)
Full Salary Range: $46,294.61 - $69,441.24

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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, streets and City's drainage system. May serve as lead worker over Maintenance Specialist I's and II's in the absence of Crew Leader. Performs other duties as assigned.

**The City of Rowlett offers a great work/life balance schedule by offering a 4-day work week with normal business hours of 7:30 am - 5:30 pm depending on departmental work schedules. We have great benefit and compensation packages as well as a 7%, 2:1 match TMRS pension.

Essential Job Functions:

Assists Crew Leader in planning, scheduling and implementing construction, maintenance and operation activities to provide quality water, wastewater, street and drainage services for the City. Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying and backfilling. Services water supply, sewer lift stations and other pumps. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Ensures the safe operating conditions at work sites, including but not limited to such conditions as traffic hazards, equipment operation, required barricades, confined space safety/trench safety. Performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment, ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools after use; maintain activity, water supply, consumption, wastewater pumpage, etc.

Responds to complaints regarding water leaks, pressure loss or no water; sewer leaks, sewer backups, odors; evaluates situations; explains findings to supervisor; contacts residents and business owners in areas where services will be disconnected and explains when services will be shut off and how soon they will be turned back on. Contacts residents and business owners in areas where sewer leaks, backups or odors occur and explains what the problem is/was and it was or will be corrected.

Assists in training Maintenance Specialist I's and II's to increase their skills in the maintenance, construction and repair of water, wastewater and storm drainage systems. Assists in locating gas, telephone, power, cable television, water, and sewer lines from the appropriate sources prior to excavation.

Performs other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from High School or GED and three (3) years of experience relating to construction, maintenance, or repair of water distribution and sewer collection systems required. Supervisory experience preferred.

Ability to operate heavy equipment such as dump truck and backhoe. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time; ability to work safely; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public; ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to serve as Lead Worker over Maintenance Specialist I's and II's in the absence of the Crew Leader.

Other Requirements:

Valid driver's license required. Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driving standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee within two working days of receipt.

Valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required with Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of being hired.

Must reside within a 1-hour response time from the Public Works Building, employee will have six (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 "C" Water Distribution License and Wastewater Collection System Class 2 License or be able to obtain within 12 months of being hired.

Must be able to stand, walk on uneven terrain, asphalt, concrete, water, mud, rock, and frequently work in mud which may be knee deep. Ability to lift tools and equipment which may weigh up to 150 pounds. This job requires reaching, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, climbing and balance in order to use equipment, elevate work site, etc. May be required to operate foot controls on heavy equipment such as backhoe and other machinery. Exposed to extremes in outdoor temperature, inclement weather, fumes and trenching during water operations.