Public Works: Water & Sewer Maintenance Tech

City-of-Lubbock,-T; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock is seeking a Public Works Technician to perform manual labor in constructing and maintaining city facilities. The role involves installing and repairing water meters and lines, operating sewer-cleaning equipment, and handling manhole maintenance.

You will also assist with traffic control setup and routine equipment maintenance. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a Texas operator's license, with a physical exam required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with an additional six months experience in construction or maintenance.
• Physical exam required
• Streets – possession of a Texas Operator's License

Responsibilities

• Install and repair water meters, water, and wastewater lines.
• Assist in the operation of specialized equipment in cleaning and inspecting sewer lines and sewer taps.
• Clean and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes and meter boxes.
• Occasionally operate hydraulic or pneumatic power tools and lighter construction equipment; skid steer.
• Order parts and supplies; clean, repair, and test meters.
• Assist in scheduling routine vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Assist in setting up proper traffic control devices in work areas.
• Assist in the operation, inspection and maintenance of all city roadways.
• Keep a daily log of oil levels in equipment.

Skills

Manual labor

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydrocleaner

Vacuum truck

CCTV

SCBA units

Job description

The City of Lubbock is seeking a Public Works Technician to perform manual labor in constructing and maintaining city facilities. The role involves installing and repairing water meters and lines, operating sewer-cleaning equipment, and handling manhole maintenance.

You will also assist with traffic control setup and routine equipment maintenance. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a Texas operator's license, with a physical exam required.