Utility System Worker I, (A264130-11), 202, Transmission & Distribution

City of Laredo

Laredo (TX)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

City of Laredo is seeking a maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on water and sanitary sewer lines, and to oversee equipment used in daily field operations. You will report failures, keep records, and assist in maintaining good communication with staff and the public.

This role requires ability to drive a city vehicle, participate in after-hours on-call, and follow safety procedures while performing physically demanding tasks in various outdoor environments.

Qualifications

Ability to use gasoline and electrically powered hand tools.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical equipment maintenance manuals.
Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on water and sewer lines and related equipment.
Maintains and repairs equipment used in daily field operations.
Reports failures to supervisor and keeps service records.
Drives city vehicle for city business and participates in after-hours on-call.

Skills

Hand tools usage

Manual reading comprehension

Independent decision making

Oral and written communication

Planning and organization

Job description

Job Description

Checks and performs all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair on water and sanitary sewer main lines, various conveyance and control mechanisms to ensure service interruption to citizens is minimized.

Essential Functions / Job Competencies / Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs including replacing belts, oil seals and bearings, light bulbs, blown fuses, small electric motors, electrical outlets, etc.
Maintains and repairs all equipment utilized in the daily field operations.
Reports all failures to the immediate supervisor.
Keeps records of all equipment serviced and replaced; maintains parts inventory; orders parts and supplies.
Carries out the City's Customer Service Plan.
Will be required to be on-call after hours and weekends.
Will be required to respond to after-hour water line breaks and/or emergency repairs.
Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs related work as required.

Knowledge Of

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of safety procedures.
Knowledge of line maintenance.
Knowledge of repair techniques for water lines, broken pipes, sewer taps, and other related plumbing skills.
Knowledge of plumbing and mechanical equipment repair.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance and repair of water and sanitary sewer main lines.
Knowledge of all practices and procedures related to water and sanitary sewer line repairs.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to use gasoline and electrically powered hand tools.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical equipment maintenance manuals.
Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Seldom

Office or similar indoor environment

Sometimes

Warehouse environment

Often

Outdoor environment
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Construction site
Confined space
Vehicles

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

Individuals who are hostile or irate
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Sometimes

Communicable diseases

Frequently

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Fumes or airborne particles
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Often

Moving mechanical parts

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel

Seldom

Regional travel
National travel
International travel

Often

Local travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

At least eighteen (18) years of age.

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses Or Certifications

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees: