Utility Worker IV - Street & Bridge (2 positions)

City of Pasadena; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very generous benefits

Low-cost medical insurance

City medical clinic free

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement match 200%

Vacation accrual

Job summary

The City of Pasadena is seeking a Utility Worker IV Lead to join the Street & Bridge Division. You will lead crews in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, and related public infrastructure, ensuring safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities include supervising daily crew activities, operating heavy equipment, performing trenching, pipe installation, and traffic control, and providing guidance and training to team members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination.
• Valid Texas Class B CDL license preferred or required depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily crew activities to complete tasks safely, efficiently, and on time.
• Perform excavation, trenching, pipe installation, and related utility work manually or with equipment.
• Assist with asphalt and concrete repairs and roadway maintenance.
• Set up traffic control devices and ensure work-zone safety standards.
• Operate and assist with heavy equipment and use PPE according to procedures.
• Respond to emergency situations and coordinate with other divisions as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Public works

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

CDL

Job description

Duties: The Utility Worker IV Leads works on crew to dig up and replace drainage lines and to complete assignments in Duties: The Utility Worker IV serves as a lead worker and working crew leader within the Street & Bridge Division. This position performs and leads crews in skilled and semi-skilled manual labor related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, storm sewers, culverts, parks, rights-of-way, and related public infrastructure. Leads and participates in the construction, maintenance, repair, and replacement of streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, storm sewers, culverts, ditches, rights-of-way, parks, and related public infrastructure. Performs excavation, trenching, shoring, backfilling, pipe installation, and related utility work manually or with mechanical assistance; aligns and adjusts pipes and culverts to ensure proper grade and flow. Assists with asphalt and concrete repairs and other roadway maintenance activities. Installs, maintains, and removes traffic control devices and barricades in accordance with applicable traffic control and work-zone safety standards. Operates and assists with storm drainage camera inspection systems to identify blockages, damage, and structural deficiencies. Safely operates department vehicles and equipment, including dump trucks, backhoes, small track excavators, trenchers, front-end loaders, air compressors, water pumps, gas-powered saws, air hammers, and other assigned machinery. Uses hand and power tools and performs routine equipment inspections; reports maintenance needs and equipment deficiencies. Uses City radios and other communication equipment appropriately and effectively. Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with established safety procedures and applicable occupational safety requirements. Evaluates job-site conditions, identifies hazards, determines appropriate safety precautions, and implements advanced traffic control measures to protect employees and the public. Leads by example in promoting safe work practices and maintaining a safe work environment. Exercises sound judgment and works independently when required; evaluates site conditions and determines appropriate work methods, materials, and equipment. Directs and coordinates daily crew activities to ensure assignments are completed safely, efficiently, and timely. Provides guidance, training, and direction to crew members and promotes teamwork, accountability, and effective communication. Responds to emergency situations, including flooding, storm damage, infrastructure failures, and other urgent operational needs. Assists other Public Works divisions as needed to support departmental operations. Must have and maintain, without interruption, required certifications and licenses. Works assigned schedule and complies with the City's timekeeping and attendance policies. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: High school diploma/GED and one (1) to three (3) years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a good driving record. Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor, including lifting and carrying materials, kneeling, crouching and bending; pushing, pulling and reaching; and standing for prolonged periods of time. Ability to work effectively and safely outdoors in all weather conditions. PREFERRED: specified timeframe. Experience operating excavation and heavy equipment. Experience with storm sewer camera inspection systems. Additional training in traffic control, trench safety, or public works operations.

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees. For example:

• Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to 3,500 per year.
• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay-period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
  • Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 11 to less than 21 years of service - four weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 21 to less than 26 years of service - five weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 26 years of service and up - six weeks of vacation per year.