Public Works Laborer & Utility Tech

City of Galveston; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Galveston is seeking a general laborer to perform manual labor within a City department under general supervision. The role includes sign installation and maintenance, painting crosswalks and zones, inspecting lift stations, repairing water and sewer infrastructure, and performing street and sidewalk repairs.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent and at least one year of public works maintenance experience, with a valid Texas driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• AND one year of experience in public works maintenance and repair operations.
• Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s License; Commercial Driver’s License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs sign installation and maintenance.
• Paints loading, handicap and no parking zones; paints cross walks.
• Inspects and maintains lift stations.
• Installs or repairs cleanouts.
• Cuts and lays underground pipe; repairs pipe.
• Operates light motorized vehicles and equipment.
• Repairs water leaks and water main or sewer system breaks.
• Performs water pressure checks.
• Performs water and sewer taps.
• Inspects water meters.
• Installs, removes and replaces fire hydrants; performs flow tests.
• Repairs man holes.
• Repairs cave-ins.
• Performs utility locates.
• Performs water and sewer service connects to customer locations.
• Performs street repair and asphalt overlay activities; repairs potholes and sidewalks.
• Participates in concrete projects.
• Performs traffic control.
• Performs recycling operations.
• Performs general building and grounds cleaning and maintenance.
• Participates in special event setup activities.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Light equipment operation

Job description

The City of Galveston is seeking a general laborer to perform manual labor within a City department under general supervision. The role includes sign installation and maintenance, painting crosswalks and zones, inspecting lift stations, repairing water and sewer infrastructure, and performing street and sidewalk repairs.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent and at least one year of public works maintenance experience, with a valid Texas driver's license.