Wastewater Collection - Utility Worker Trainee,I,II

City of Abilene, Texas

Abilene (TX)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

35 hours ago

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Job summary

City of Abilene, Texas is seeking a Wastewater Collection Utility Worker II to perform construction, maintenance, and operations within the wastewater system and assist with water distribution tasks as needed.

The role requires operating heavy machinery (backhoe, dump truck, sewer jetter, air compressor, vacuum truck), inspecting lines, responding to issues, and coordinating repairs with required personnel. A CDL and relevant licenses are preferred.

Qualifications

Safe driving and heavy equipment operation principles.
GIS applications knowledge.
Familiarity with City of Abilene policies.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

Inspect, repair, install, and replace wastewater lines, valves, and pumps.
Operate a City vehicle to travel to worksites.
Maintain a safe and productive work site.
Operate equipment such as backhoe, dump truck, sewer jetter, air compressor, or vacuum truck.
Investigate customer complaints related to leaks and sewer issues.

Skills

Safe driving

Heavy equipment

GIS basics

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday, September 11, 2026 at 6:00 AM

General Description

Under the immediate or general supervision of a Lead Supervisor or higher; to perform, either alone or within a team, required construction, maintenance and operational duties in the assigned Division/Branch of the water and sewer system. The Wastewater Collection Utility Worker may also assist with accomplishing some Water Distribution-related tasks.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

These positions do not exercise supervision.

Important And Essential Duties

Inspect, clean, repair, install and/or replace damaged Wastewater Collection lines, valves, manhole rings/ lids, and pumps Tap sewer lines, maintain lift stations, operate TV monitor and survey camera, help maintain utility property and easements.
Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various worksites.
Maintain a safe and productive work site at all times.
Operate at least one of the following: backhoe, dump truck, sewer stop/jetter, air compressor, or vacuum truck.

Utility Worker II

Operate all the following: backhoe, dump truck, sewer stop/jetter, air compressor, and vacuum truck.
Investigate customer complaints related to leaks, sanitary sewer overflows, manhole safety, and other issues related to wastewater collection.
Contact and coordinate with required personnel/agencies to make repairs.
Communicate effectively with other employees, customers and supervisors the nature and status of work being performed.

Other Job Related Duties

Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Safe driving and heavy equipment operating principles and practices.
All approved methods, materials, tools, equipment, and practices used to safely repair and maintain water and sewerage systems.
The different jobs and tasks in the assigned Division/Branch and how they generally impact the operations of the City’s water and sewerage systems.
The use of general Geographical Information System (GIS) applications.
City of Abilene Policies and Procedures within six (6) months of employment.

Skill To:

Safely operate and care for all tools, vehicles, equipment and materials.
Safeguard and effectively use assigned information technology equipment in the field.

Ability To:

Pay attention-to-detail when performing general maintenance work.
Accomplish required tasks at their minimum acceptable rate for this position.
Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in written reports.
Read and understand street maps displayed on paper and electronic devices.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Experience And Training Guidelines:

For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels arerequired at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:

Utility Worker Trainee

Experience:

Six (6) months of experience as a Laborer, Utility Worker, or other related work is required.

Education/Training:

A high school diploma or GED is required.

License Or Certificate:

A valid Texas driver’s license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required. A Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment is required.

Utility Worker I

License Or Certificate:

A Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License is required. Possession of or the ability to obtain a TCEQ Wastewater Collection I license within one (1) year of employment is required.

Utility Worker II

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience comparable to a Utility Worker, is required.

License Or Certificate:

A valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required. A valid TCEQ Wastewater Collection II license is required. A valid TCEQ Wastewater Collection III license is preferred.

Special Requirements:

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

Working outside or in a confined workspace with exposure to cold, heat, noise, chemicals, and hazardous materials.
Ability to travel to different sites.
Availability to work an 8-hour shift during normal business hours and be on standby (on call) to work outside normal business hours, as needed.
___ Sedentary – lifting of no more than 10 pounds
___ Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds
___ Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds
_X_ Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds
___ Very Heavy – team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds

Physical Demand Codes: The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task:

Codes For How Often: