Maintenance Worker (Wastewater)

cityofcorinth; Corinth (TX); On-site; USD 25,347 - 30,417; Full time

Job summary

The cityofcorinth is hiring a Maintenance Worker to assist in maintaining the City water utilities system. Responsibilities include performing semi-skilled labor, maintaining tools, and ensuring safety regulations are adhered to.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, one year of construction or maintenance experience, and a valid Driver’s License. The role involves both indoor and outdoor work, with physical demands including lifting up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• One year of construction or maintenance work experience.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on water utilities systems.
• Assist in the repair of wastewater systems and components.
• Operate specialized tools and equipment.
• Maintain daily work logs of services performed.

Skills

Operating and maintaining tools and equipment

Performing heavy manual labor

Following safety standards

Customer service standards

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Important pay info, Public Works Progression Plan

Starting pay per hour for Maintenance Worker is 18.40 to 22.08 depending on experience.

Additional 1.25 for ability to demonstrate the operation of Light equipment, demonstrate MUTCD knowledge, and 2 years of experience in field.

Additional 1.25 for CDL.

Up to an additional $0.50 for TDA.

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled general labor in the maintenance of the City water utilities system for the Public Works Department; operates hand and power tools and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs semi-skilled general labor tasks in order to maintain City water utilities system as assigned; duties may vary according to job assignment and individual skills.
• Performs maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Assists in the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater system and components; inspects water and wastewater lines; repairs line leaks and breaks; cleans and maintains lift stations; maintains and flushes water hydrants; checks and cleans valves and manhole covers; digs and fills holes and trenches; maintains landscaping; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from adjoining areas.
• Assists in the installation of new water, sewer systems and components.
• Operates and maintains a variety of specialized tools and equipment; assists with maintenance work on tools and equipment.
• Maintains daily work logs and records of maintenance services performed.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations to minimize risk of accidents.
• Responds as directed to perform emergency cleaning and maintenance work.
• Cross trains in all utilities maintenance tasks.
• Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the City by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work efficiently and effectively.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND one year of construction or maintenance work experience.

Licenses or Certifications: Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge of

• City policies and procedures.
• Tools and equipment used in water utilities system maintenance.
• Basic plumbing techniques and maintenance standards.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Customer service standards and protocols.

Required Skill in

• Operating and maintaining tools, equipment and vehicles according to standard procedures.
• Performing heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Following and maintaining safety standards.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors at work sites throughout the City; required to perform moderate physical work, and lift and carry up to 80 pounds.