Public Works: Water & Sewer Maintenance Technician

City of Red Oak, Texas; Red Oak (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Red Oak is seeking a maintenance worker for utilities to support water distribution and wastewater collection systems. This role performs semi-skilled manual labor under supervision, operates trucks and equipment, and maintains sites and equipment while ensuring safety and compliance with procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, experience with power tools, and a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Experience safely operating listed tools/equipment is required.
• NIMS training within 3 months of hire is required.
• Class D Water Distribution License and Class I Wastewater certificates preferred or obtainable within six months.
• Ability to obtain Class B CDL within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City of Red Oak professionally at all times.
• Install or repair water and wastewater lines.
• Evaluate and clear blockages in wastewater lines.
• Excavate and perform street cuts.
• Replace meters and install new devices.
• Operate hydrants, valves, pumps, and related equipment.
• Maintain and repair water/wastewater equipment daily.
• Respond to emergency calls for water and sewer issues.
• Load and unload construction materials as needed.
• Ensure safety and adherence to procedures.

Skills

Operate tools

Safety awareness

Team player

English skills

Math skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

NIMS Training

Water/Wastewater certs preferred

Ability to obtain Class B CDL

Tools

Power tools

Dump trucks

Street saws

Job description

The City of Red Oak is seeking a maintenance worker for utilities to support water distribution and wastewater collection systems. This role performs semi-skilled manual labor under supervision, operates trucks and equipment, and maintains sites and equipment while ensuring safety and compliance with procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, experience with power tools, and a valid Texas driver’s license.