Wastewater Utility Worker

Luling; Luling, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Luling is seeking a dependable Wastewater Utility Worker to join our Public Works team. This role operates, maintains, and repairs water distribution components to ensure safe potable water delivery to customers.

This position involves outdoor field work, meter testing, line maintenance, and responding to emergencies while upholding water quality standards. A Texas Class C driver's license is required, with ongoing license qualification and safety training.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water distribution components, maintenance and repair.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools and utility equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors, coworkers and the public.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain water mains, service lines, valves, meters and hydrants.
• Locate and mark water lines prior to excavation activities.
• Flush and disinfect lines and hydrants as required.
• Read, replace and test water meters; assist with calibration and leak detection.
• Perform water sampling and field testing to ensure water quality standards.
• Respond to and repair water main breaks, leaks, and service interruptions.
• Operate or learn to operate equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, and trenchers.
• Maintain records of maintenance and service calls.
• Respond to emergency calls including after-hours, weekends and holidays.
• Follow safety policies and keep tools and work areas orderly.

Skills

Water distribution knowledge

Operate water utility equipment

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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The City of Luling is accepting applications for a Wastewater Utility Worker.

About the Role

The City of Luling is seeking a dependable and motivated Wastewater Utility Worker to join our Public Works team. This position performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City's water distribution system.

The Wastewater Utility Worker plays an important role in ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of potable water to our customers by maintaining water lines, meters, valves, fire hydrants, and other water system components. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, working with their hands, and being part of a team that serves the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain water mains, service lines, valves, water meters, and fire hydrants.
• Locate and mark water lines prior to excavation or construction activities.
• Flush and disinfect water lines and hydrants as required.
• Read, replace, and test water meters; assist with meter calibration and leak detection.
• Perform water sampling and field testing to help ensure compliance with applicable water quality standards.
• Assist with responding to and repairing water main breaks, leaks, and service interruptions.
• Operate, or learn to safely operate, light and heavy equipment including backhoes, mini excavators, dump trucks, sewer jetters, hydro excavators, trenchers, and other utility equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, water system activities, and service calls.
• Respond to emergency service calls, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Follow all City safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations related to water system operations.
• Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a safe and orderly condition.
• Provide courteous and professional service when interacting with City employees, customers, contractors, and members of the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of water distribution system components, maintenance practices, and repair methods.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and utility equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, customers, and the public.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding work.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn safety practices related to confined spaces, trenching, excavation, traffic control, and utility construction.
• Ability to respond appropriately and efficiently during emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in water utility, wastewater utility, public works, construction, or related maintenance work is preferred, but not required.
• Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license
• Must successfully pass a background check, physical examination, and drug screening.
• Must obtain a TCEQ Class D Water Operator License within one (1) year of employment.
• Must be able to meet the physical and job-related requirements of the position.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach as necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Work in confined spaces and around excavation sites, traffic, heavy equipment, and utility infrastructure.
• Perform manual labor for extended periods.
• Work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Work in environments where exposure to hazardous materials or potentially hazardous conditions may occur.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily outdoors and in field environments and may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, inclement weather, dust, dirt, noise, traffic, heavy equipment, excavation areas, and other potentially hazardous conditions.

The position requires a regular work schedule with the ability to respond to after-hours, weekend, holiday, and emergency callouts as needed. Employees must be able to respond to emergency service calls within the required 20-minute response time.

The City of Luling is an Equal Opportunity Employer.