Utilities Technician I/II

City of Irving; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Irving is seeking a Utilities Technician I/II to maintain and repair city utility systems. Responsibilities include operating various equipment, responding to emergencies, and ensuring compliance with water quality standards. This role requires a high school diploma and may include day or night shifts, providing a rewarding opportunity to serve the community.

Qualifications

• No experience required, but a valid Texas driver's license needed.
• To be hired at higher pay, at least one year of related experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair city utility systems, locate and repair interruptions.
• Operate specialized machines and tools for maintenance and repair.
• Respond to service calls about emergencies, and prepare daily job worksheets.

Skills

Maintenance

Equipment operation

Water quality standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE

THIS POSITION WILL BE ASSIGNED TO ONE OF THREE DIVISIONS (UTILITY BILLING / METER SERVICES, FIELD OPERATIONS OR ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE)

and will work with various equipment and tools to maintain and repair city utility systems; locating, investigating, and repairing interruptions to water and wastewater systems; completing water quality and dead-end main flushing to resolve water quality complaints and meet regulatory flushing requirements.

Duties include utilizing specialized machines to perform maintenance, repair, and construction; setting up safety and traffic control systems for repair work; stocking crew trucks and work vehicles; cleaning, servicing, and maintaining tools, machinery, equipment, and vehicles; preparing daily worksheets of job assignments and materials used; preparing work orders and closing out work orders upon job completion; and responding to service calls concerning emergencies, problems, or issues due to inclement weather.

This position will require operating equipment in confined areas, on steep slopes, in wet areas, and areas immersed in water or wastewater. Duties vary depending on assignment in one or more of the following areas: Field Operations, Billing / Meter Services, or Environmental Compliance. Duties will require lifting/moving up to 100 pounds daily.

No experience is necessary, but a high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one, is required. To be hired at the higher pay range, at least one year of related experience is required, and all licenses required for the assigned work group must be obtained.

When assigned to Field Operations, a Class A CDL, and TCEQ Class D Water and Wastewater Collection I licenses must be obtained within a specified time frame. When assigned to Billing or Environmental Compliance, both a Class D and a Class C TCEQ Water License must be obtained within the specified time frame.

Schedule will include day, evening, and night work, and will also include participation in the standby rotation for the assigned work group.

PAY GRADE GG12 / FULL PAY RANGE $20.88 - $27.50 PER HOUR ($43,440 - $57,216 ANNUALLY)

PAY GRADE GG13 / FULL PAY RANGE $21.99 - $28.94 PER HOUR ($45,756 - $60,204 ANNUALLY)

Culture

As a leader in water quality management, Irving Water Utilities strives to implement water quality protection standards and practices for its facilities and projects, and to maintain and implement state and federal water quality standards for a growing population of over 200,000. Irving Water Utilities aims to provide excellent water quality and achieve high environmental leadership goals, participating in activities and serving on committees to promote watershed protection in North Central Texas.

The City of Irving values diversity and inclusivity, aiming to be the most welcoming and respectful municipal organization in North Texas. It recognizes that its diverse employee base enhances its service to the community and is committed to fostering an environment of understanding, respect, safety, and belonging.