Maintenance Worker - Utilities

City of DeSoto; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

City of DeSoto is seeking a Water/Wastewater Technician to repair and maintain city water and sewer systems. Responsibilities include site preparation, excavation, line repairs, and informing the public about closures.

Position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and a Class D Water License within one year. Valid driver’s license and knowledge of safety procedures are essential. The salary range is competitive within the city budget and benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class D Water License within one year of employment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with the public and city staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sites for work and excavate to expose water and sewer lines.
• Repair and maintain water and sewer lines and mains.
• Ensure site safety by placing cones, barricades, and warning signs.
• Maintain and inspect vehicles and equipment; locate water/sewer mains and valves.
• Respond to on-call needs and assist with water cutoffs/reconnections.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Written communication

Alphabetizing and sequencing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Class D Water License

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

Our Core Values

We LOVE DeSoto

• L- We lift up our community
• O- We take ownership of our collective performance
• V- We value and respect all employees
• E- We empower employees to grow

The purpose of this position is to repair and maintain water and wastewater systems. This is accomplished by preparing sites for work; maintaining and repairing water and sewer lines and mains; completing work orders; repairing lines and equipment; answering questions from customers; and informing the public regarding closures. Other duties include maintaining vehicles and tools; inspecting sites; and assisting with water cutoffs and reconnects.

• Prepares sites for work by placing hydraulic shoring jacks at excavation sites; excavating and backfilling areas; and digging holes to expose water and sewer lines for repairs;
• Removes and restores residential landscaping and areas within the city right-of-way during the process of making water/wastewater repairs; restores appearance of construction or excavation sites by removing excess dirt from site; replacing grass, sod, trees, or shrubs;
• Makes repairs to the water/wastewater systems by reviewing the work site; determining necessary materials, resources, and supplies to make the repairs.
• Ensures site and traffic safety in the roadways by placing and removing traffic cones; placing and removing barricades and advanced warning signs; and routing traffic as appropriate.
• Maintains vehicles by checking fluids; stocking vehicles with equipment, materials, and supplies; and reports needed maintenance and repairs;
• Locates Water and Sewer mains and valves for contractors and to complete day to day work;
• Work "on-call" to complete above duties if they are to arise;
• Ensures continuous operation of water and sewer pipes by fitting pipe; repairing sewer laterals and mains; repairing manhole covers; connecting water and sewer lines to citizen property lines; and pumping water out of excavation sites; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Position is subject to callback.
• Class D Water License is required within one (1) year of employment.

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines;
• Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear, and procedures;
• Knowledge of water distribution systems;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; and
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials;
• Ability to alphabetize and numerically sequence materials;
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.

The hiring salary range for this position is $38,665.44 - $45,922.41. The full salary range is $38,665.44 - $56,450.37.