Public Works Maintenance Technician I

Richland Hills; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Richland Hills seeks a Public Works Maintenance Technician I to perform maintenance of city streets and infrastructure. The role entails heavy manual labor and equipment operation, requiring a high school diploma, manual labor experience, and a valid Texas driver's license. The position offers a starting salary of $35,360 and includes comprehensive benefits like medical insurance and retirement options.

Benefits

TMRS - 7% match 2 to 1

Medical, dental, life insurance at no cost

Flexible spending

Vacation and sick leave

11 paid holidays

Qualifications

• Requires some manual labor or construction trades experience.
• Valid Texas Class C Operator’s Driver's License required.
• Class “D” Water Distribution Certificate or Class I Wastewater Collection License desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor and maintenance of city infrastructure.
• Operate light and heavy equipment safely.
• Participate in utilities field activities.

Skills

Manual labor

Decision making

Safety regulations compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The City of Richland Hills, Texas (pop. 8,600) is seeking a Public Works Maintenance Technician I. This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of general labor and maintenance of city streets, water, wastewater and drainage infrastructure in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. This may include heavy manual labor, operating light and heavy equipment and participating in utilities field activities in a safe and effective manner. This position will assist with other public works related activities and tasks as required.

The City of Richland Hills is a small community in the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan region, it is an organization deeply committed to providing quality services to the community, creating a culture of professionalism, respect, dignity, and trust; promoting honesty, integrity, and openness. We seek candidates who have an ability to use innovation and initiative in decision making to better serve the public.

Job Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; some manual labor experience or construction trades experience; a valid Texas Class C Operator’s Driver's License is required; and a Class “D” Water Distribution Certificate or Class I Wastewater collection license desired, or obtained within 12 months from date of hire.

Compensation

Starting pay is $35,360 depending on qualifications and licensing. Additional benefits include: TMRS - 7% match 2 to 1; Medical, dental, life insurance and long-term disability at no cost to employee; in addition, the city provides optional benefits such as: 457 deferred compensation, flexible spending, and vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.

Position will remain open until filled; applications will be reviewed when submitted.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The City of Richland Hills does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, veteran and/or disability status in employment or provisions of service.