Water Distribution Technician — Field Ops

La Marque, City of (TX); La Marque (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of La Marque is seeking a Water Utility Repair & Maintenance Technician to join the Water Utility team. You will assist with locating leaks, replacing meters, maintaining valves and hydrants, and supporting field operations.

Job duties include on-site excavation, safety compliance, recordkeeping, and responding to water emergencies as part of on-call duties. A high school diploma and some related experience are preferred; physical stamina and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in water utilities, construction, or public works preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors and with manual labor safely.
• Strong problem-solving and safety awareness.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist in locating and repairing water main and service line leaks.
• Replace or install water meters, valves, and hydrants as directed by the Foreman.
• Support flushing of water lines and pressure testing procedures.
• Prepare work sites, perform excavation, and restore surfaces after repairs.
• Document work performed, materials used, and time spent on repairs.
• Relay field conditions and progress updates to the Foreman.
• Interact professionally with residents during repairs and service activities.
• Respond to water line breaks, leaks, or emergencies as part of the on-call rotation.
• Assist with after-hours and weather-related utility emergencies as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Water distribution knowledge

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Initiative

Manual labor endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year experience in water utilities, construction, or public works preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Light equipment operation

Job description

The City of La Marque is seeking a Water Utility Repair & Maintenance Technician to join the Water Utility team. You will assist with locating leaks, replacing meters, maintaining valves and hydrants, and supporting field operations.

Job duties include on-site excavation, safety compliance, recordkeeping, and responding to water emergencies as part of on-call duties. A high school diploma and some related experience are preferred; physical stamina and teamwork are essential.