Maintenance Technician, G106, Utilities Department

Webb County, TX; Rio Bravo Colonia (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Webb County is seeking a maintenance technician to perform technical duties in the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities. The role operates under close supervision and requires handling work orders, repairing pumps, meters, and controls, and assisting with line work and service installations.

A valid Texas driver’s license is required, and the job includes after-hours emergency response.

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• At least one year of maintenance, construction, or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Processes and completes work orders.
• Maintains and repairs malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant; repairs gauges, pumps, filters, and other controls and equipment.
• Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying, and backfilling.
• Inspects and/or repairs chlorine machine and other water treatment equipment, pumping stations, wells, meters, and other elements of the water supply and distribution systems at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly.
• Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by clearing and checking equipment and tools after use. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to the supervisor; Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Installs new water service connections to water mains, including line tapping and valve installation. Cuts, fits, lays repairs, taps, cleans, and flushes water mains, pipes, gates, and fittings in repair of mains and services and installation of services and fire hydrants.
• Replaces mainline valves.
• Assists in shutting off broken sections of water mains.
• Assists in meter reading and closing and reconnecting services.
• Performs plumbing repairs.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies.
• Performs or reports maintenance repairs.
• Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections and reports any malfunctions to the immediate supervisor.
• Reports illegal connections and damage to meters.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education

High School Graduation or GED equivalent

Job description

The purpose of this position is to perform technical duties in the repair and maintenance of the water and wastewater treatment facilities.

This job is performed under close supervision according to set procedures.

• Processes and completes work orders.
• Maintains and repairs malfunctions at the wastewater treatment plant; repairs gauges, pumps, filters, and other controls and equipment.
• Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying, and backfilling.
• Inspects and/or repairs chlorine machine and other water treatment equipment, pumping stations, wells, meters, and other elements of the water supply and distribution systems at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly.
• Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by clearing and checking equipment and tools after use. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to the supervisor; Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Installs new water service connections to water mains, including line tapping and valve installation. Cuts, fits, lays repairs, taps, cleans, and flushes water mains, pipes, gates, and fittings in repair of mains and services and installation of services and fire hydrants.
• Replaces mainline valves.
• Assists in shutting off broken sections of water mains.
• Assists in meter reading and closing and reconnecting services.
• Performs plumbing repairs.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies.
• Performs or reports maintenance repairs.
• Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections and reports any malfunctions to the immediate supervisor.
• Reports illegal connections and damage to meters.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• At least one year of maintenance, construction, or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Occasionally

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
• Working in low temperatures.
• Working in high temperatures.
• Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Working in noisy environments.
• Working in hazardous conditions.
• Working in poor ventilation.
• Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Working in adverse environmental conditions is expected.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting and/or standing.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Constantly

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Other Requirements/Information

• Must possess a valid and current Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving history. If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver’s License must be obtained prior to employment.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• If applicable, this position may be covered by the Civil Service Rules and Regulations and, therefore, may be subject to those rules and regulations in addition to all other Webb County policies.
• Webb County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
• If applicable, may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job.
• For positions funded in whole or in part through a grant award, employment is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds and compliance with the terms, conditions, and limitations of the applicable grant agreement. Compensation, benefits, and leave accruals, including vacation, sick leave, and other paid leave, may be subject to grant-specific requirements, to the extent permitted by applicable law and County policy.
  The reduction, expiration, or termination of grant funding may result in the modification or elimination of a grant-funded position.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.