PUBLIC WORKS - Utility Construction Laborer

Nactx; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Nacogdoches is seeking a Utility Construction Laborer to support the Public Works Department’s Sewer and Water teams. The role focuses on installing, repairing, and maintaining water and sewer lines, hydrants, and valves, with a mix of hands-on field tasks and on-call duties.

The candidate should have at least a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year of utility maintenance or construction experience, and a valid Texas driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of utility maintenance or construction experience or equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled manual labor for installation, replacement, repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines.
• Assist with water/sewer taps, pipe laying, backfilling and site compaction.
• Operate and maintain sewer rodders, jackhammers, trenchers, and boring machines.
• Install and repair hydrants, meter valves, and related pipeline equipment.
• Work on rotation with call-out crew; on-call and call-back work may apply.
• Follow all safety training, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Manual labor

Equipment operation

Site safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sewer rodders

Jackhammers

Trenchers

Boring machines

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Utility Construction Laborer

Are you a hands-on individual with experience in utility construction? The City of Nacogdoches Public Works Department is seeking a Laborer to join our Utility Construction Division.

What You'll Do:

• Perform essential skilled manual labor for the installation, replacement, repair and maintenance of the City's water and sewer lines.
• Assist with water and sewer taps, pipe laying, backfilling and site compaction.
• Operate and maintain a variety of equipment and tools, including sewer rodders, jackhammers, trenchers and boring machines.
• Install and repair hydrants, meter valves and related pipeline apparatus.
• Work on a rotation with the call-out crew, subject to on-call and call-back work.
• Adhere strictly to all departmental safety training, policies and procedures.

We're looking for someone with:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) or more years of experience in utility maintenance or construction OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver license.

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