Utility Worker - Wastewater

Prosper, Town of (TX); Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits (TMRS)

2-to-1 match Medical, Dental, Vision

Benefits first 35 days

Flex scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Training & continuing education

Job summary

The Town of Prosper is hiring a Utility Worker to operate, maintain, and repair the city’s water distribution and wastewater systems. The role requires handling wells, tanks, pumps, valves, and related equipment, with on-call duties as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Class C license, and be willing to obtain CDL and license within specified timeframes. Drug screening is required during pre-employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class C Driver's License.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.
• CDL license or obtain within six months.
• Class I Wastewater Collection license and/or obtain within one year.
• Class D Water Distribution license and/or obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, and repairs water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Inspects wells, storage tanks, pump stations, pipes, pumps, valves and manholes.
• Responds to emergencies; coordinates with utility staff; performs physical labor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Class C Driver's License

CDL license

Class I Wastewater Collection license

Class D Water Distribution license

Job description

The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified and dedicated individual for the position of:

Utility Worker

Hiring Salary Range: $40,651.38 - $46,749.09

Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match Medical, Dental, and Vision

Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment

Flex Scheduling Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Benefits

Training & Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a valid Class C Driver's License.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Possession of a valid Class CDL license and/or obtain within six (1) year of employment.
• Possession of a Class I Wastewater Collection license and/or obtain license within one (1) year.
• Possession of a Class D Water Distribution license and/or obtain license within one (1) year.

The Utility Worker performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection systems to ensure the efficient delivery of clean water and proper flow of wastewater. The position operates and maintains wells, storage tanks, pump stations, and related equipment; conducts inspections; repairs pipes, pumps, valves, and manholes; and ensures compliance with environmental and safety regulations. The Utility Worker troubleshoots system issues, performs maintenance on collection lines, and responds to emergencies and on-call assignments. The role requires operating heavy machinery, performing physical labor, and coordinating with other utility staff to maintain continuous service.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager.

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