Senior Drainage Operations & Maintenance Technician

Austin, Texas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Career Growth

Job summary

City of Austin seeks a skilled technician to operate and maintain heavy equipment, perform inspections, and enforce safety at projects including storm water and erosion control. The role involves reading engineering drawings and supporting emergency responses, with opportunities for professional growth.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 4 years in maintenance/construction, and hands-on experience with heavy machinery used in public works.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four years' experience in maintenance and/or construction.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as Excavator, Rubber Tire Loader, Skid Loader, Gradall, Backhoe.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work plans.
• Knowledge and application of TMUTCD provisions related to traffic control.
• Experience conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections on equipment and city fleet vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee maintenance of heavy equipment per Equipment Training Program.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and document hazards; conduct Job Hazard Analysis meetings as needed.
• Lead safety measures on jobsites, enforce use of safety devices and traffic control.
• Provide storm water management and erosion control on projects; restoration of creek banks.
• Assist with emergency response and routine maintenance tasks and cost estimates.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety leadership

Traffic control

Pre-trip inspections

Reading engineering drawings

Math for areas and volumes

Team communication

Maintenance supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

City of Austin seeks a skilled technician to operate and maintain heavy equipment, perform inspections, and enforce safety at projects including storm water and erosion control. The role involves reading engineering drawings and supporting emergency responses, with opportunities for professional growth.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 4 years in maintenance/construction, and hands-on experience with heavy machinery used in public works.