Utility Maintenance Worker I

City of Midlothian; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Midlothian seeks a Maintenance Worker responsible for general maintenance, repair, and installation on city facilities and utilities. The role demands knowledge of water and sewer maintenance, the ability to operate light equipment, and includes physical demands associated with outdoor work. High school diploma or GED is preferred, and a Class A commercial driver's license is required within six months of employment.

Qualifications

• General maintenance experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal and written direction.
• Mobility in field and outdoor environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repair on utility services, water meters, and sewer lines.
• Sets up traffic barricades and cleans work sites.
• Inspects and maintains equipment and tools.

Skills

General maintenance and repair techniques for water and sewer

Ability to operate and maintain light equipment

Knowledge of safe handling procedures of hazardous chemicals

Ability to follow instructions and perform work accurately

Knowledge of City policies and procedures

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PC and related software applications

Job description

3 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Position Summary

Starting Hiring Salary: $34,985.18 - $42,856.85, annually

Under general supervision of the Utility Foreman, this position performs general maintenance, repair, and installation on city owned and operated facilities and utilities.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains, installs, repairs, replaces, and connects/disconnects utility services, water meters, and sewer and water lines.
• Monitors equipment operator to prevent damage to other utilities lines while digging.
• Sets up traffic barricades, signage, and cones.
• Organizes tools, equipment, and supplies to complete assignments.
• Inspects, cleans, and maintains equipment and tools in safe operating order.
• Performs routine inspections of assigned areas to detect any necessary repairs or hazardous conditions.
• Cleans work sites and replaces landscaping.
• Provides backup assistance, on-call coverage, and support to other City departments as assigned.
• Travels to attend meetings and training.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent, is preferred.

General Maintenance Experience Is Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of general maintenance and repair techniques for water and sewer.
• Ability to operate and maintain light equipment, power tools, and hand tools.
• Knowledge of safe handling procedures of hazardous chemicals and materials.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices, and perform work accurately and thoroughly which requires performing multiple tasks simultaneously under time pressures and deadlines.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow verbal and written direction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Skill in the use of PC, tablets, and related software applications such as Microsoft Office, Excel, etc.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly.
  
  

Special Requirements

Mobility within a field and outdoor environment is required.

Subject to be on-call during non-working hours.

Must be available to work during severe weather events.

This position is classified as a DOT position and is subject to regulated random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.

Licenses & Certifications

Water Class D (Distribution) and/or Wastewater Class D (Collections I) license is required, or must be obtained within one (1) year of employment.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record as established by the City of Midlothian driving standards. Class A Commercial Driver’s License is required or must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

Work Environment

Work involves continuous outdoor work with frequent exposure to extreme and inclement weather conditions, disagreeable elements, and noise. Working environment includes the potential of exposure to dust, chemicals, and mechanical hazards. Occasional exposure to moving traffic, confined spaces, loud noises, fumes, irritants, rodents, and insects. Physical demands require a heavy strength level frequent lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading of objects weighing up to 80 lbs., and occasional pushing and pulling objects up to 100 lbs. Continuous physical exertion and repetitive motion, requiring heavy muscular effort with resulting fatigue of arms, legs, back, or sensory faculties. Climbs, kneels, squats, stoops, bends, or walks in confined spaces. May be subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, walking, and operating equipment.

01

Are you a current employee with the City of Midlothian?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No, but I understand that I am required to possess a valid driver's license as a term of employment for this position.
• No
  
  

03

Do you currently possess a class A commercial driver's license, or will you be able to obtain this within six (6) months of employment as required for this position?

• I currently possess a class A commercial driver's license.
• I do not currently possess a class A commercial driver's license, but I am willing to obtain it within six (6) months of employment.
• I do not currently possess a class A commercial driver's license, and I am NOT willing to obtain it within six (6) months of employment.
  
  

04

The city's standard for driving positions requires employees to not have more than two (2) traffic citation convictions in two (2) years. Do you currently have more than two (2) traffic citation convictions in the past two (2) years?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Do you currently possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Do you currently possess a Water Class D (Distribution) license, or will you be able to obtain this within one (1) year of employment as required for this position?

• I currently possess a Water Class D (Distribution) license.
• I do not currently possess a Water Class D (Distribution) license, but I am willing to obtain it within one (1) year of employment.
• I do not currently possess a Water Class D (Distribution) license, and I am NOT willing to obtain it within one (1) year of employment.
  
  

07

Do you currently possess a Wastewater Class D (Collections I) license, or will you be able to obtain this within one (1) year of employment as required for this position?

• I currently possess a Wastewater Class D (Collections I) license.
• I do not currently possess a Wastewater Class D (Collections I) license, but I am willing to obtain it within one (1) year of employment.
• I do not currently possess a Wastewater Class D (Collections I) license, and I am NOT willing to obtain it within one (1) year of employment.
  
  

08

What best describes your current experience with general maintenance?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3 or more years
  
  

09

Are you available to work during severe weather events?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Are you able to be on-call during non-working hours?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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