Utility Worker IV - Wastewater Collection (2 positions)

City of Pasadena; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Utility Worker IV to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading and assisting utility crews in essential tasks related to wastewater collection and maintenance, ensuring safety and compliance at all times. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, along with relevant experience and necessary certifications. The position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with generous benefits, including medical coverage, tuition reimbursement, and a robust retirement plan. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee-only medical insurance

Free medical clinic access

Virtual medical visits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement contribution matching

Vacation accumulation based on service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1-2 years related experience required.
• Must maintain necessary licenses and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Leads utility crews in installation and maintenance of wastewater lines.
• Ensures compliance with safety requirements and traffic control.

Skills

Traffic Control

Utility Safety

Plumbing

Electrical Skills

Welding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Texas CDL Class B

Job description

Utility Worker IV - Wastewater Collection (2 positions)

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Duties: Leads, oversees, and assists utility crews in the performance of manual tasks including installation, repair, and general maintenance pertaining to wastewater lines and/or sewage plants/lift stations as well as equipment. Provides leadership and coordination of materials to perform projects and daily maintenance work. Ensures that proper traffic control and safety requirements are being followed. Must have the ability to make an assessment and an appropriate decision to perform the assigned project. May assist other crews in customer service compliance with wastewater-related issues. May be subject to call-out service after hours. Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements. Work the assigned schedule and comply with City timekeeping and attendance policy. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED plus 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Position may require moderate to heavy lifting and carrying; kneeling, crouching, and bending; pushing, pulling, and reaching; and standing for prolonged periods of time. Valid Texas CDL Class B and good driving record. Traffic Control I (Flagging). Utility Safety and Trenching and Shoring Safety Requirements. May provide department with special skills, licenses, or certificates that may be utilized by the department such as plumbing license, electrical license/certificate, or welding certificate. The State of Texas requires-TEEX 40-60 hrs.

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.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Administrative

Industries: Government Administration