Maintenance Worker - Utilities

City of Farmers Branch; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 28,144 - 31,271; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Farmers Branch, Texas, is seeking a dedicated individual for a manual labor position responsible for maintenance and repair tasks. The role requires performing skilled tasks, operating various equipment, and engaging in outdoor work under varying weather conditions. Candidates must have a minimum education requirement along with relevant experience. This role includes flexible hours and adheres to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all staff.

Qualifications

• 8th grade education plus 5 years experience required, or high school diploma with one year experience preferred.
• Employment conditional upon successful background check and drug test.
• Ability to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks at assigned locations.
• Operate and maintain various equipment including tools and machinery.
• Set up work zones, ensuring safety procedures are followed.
• Provide general maintenance support for special events.

Skills

Manual labor

Maintenance skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Mechanical tools

Motorized equipment

Job description

Overview

Target Hiring Range: $20.43 - $22.70

The purpose of this position is to perform manual labor within assigned division. Depending on area of assignment may be responsible for maintenance and repair of infrastructures, drainage systems, water and wastewater systems, and/or construction projects.

Depending on the assignment may provide emergency response to all Public Works issues after hours which may include but is not limited to trees down, water and sewer issues.

Responsibilities

• Performs semi-skilled and skilled tasks including installations, inspections, repairs and maintenance at assigned locations. Performs special winter work projects.
• Operates, maintains, inspects, troubleshoots, and performs minor repairs of various equipment including hand and mechanical tools and motorized equipment.
• Sets up work zones as appropriate and insures safety procedures and proper use of safety equipment at all times.
• Provides general maintenance support to special events.
• Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.

Qualifications

• 8th grade education plus 5 years experience required in a similar field, OR high school diploma or GED equivalency and over one year experience is preferred.
• Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a criminal background check, drug and alcohol test, and a motor vehicle review.

Requirements and Special Conditions

• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, holidays and weekends as needed. Subject to "stand by" duty.
• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive position and is subject to drug and alcohol testing, ongoing driver record checks, and is subject to all U.S. DOT regulations during the course of employment.

Licenses and Certificates

• Valid Texas class "C" driver's license with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, MVR check, and drug screening.

Work Environment

• Work involves extreme exposure to disagreeable elements, and extreme weather conditions. Involves continuous outdoor work with frequent exposure to poor weather conditions. Physical demands include frequent lifting of heavy objects weighing 50 lbs. Continuous physical exertion, requiring heavy muscular effort with resulting fatigue of arms, back or sensory facilities. Sufficient physical stamina to walk a majority of the workday. Extensive bending, stooping, and climbing.