Water Distribution Trainee — Field Utility Technician

City of Abilene, Texas; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Abilene, Texas is hiring for a Utility Worker - Water Distribution to maintain and repair water and sewer lines across Abilene. The role requires operating heavy equipment, examining systems for leaks, and coordinating with teams to keep water services reliable.

The position calls for at least a high school diploma or GED, a Texas driver’s license, and a CDL within 90 days where applicable. Driving a City vehicle and standing by for possible after-hours work are expected.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of experience as a Laborer, Utility Worker, or related work.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• A Texas driver’s license or military waiver is required; CDL Class A within 90 days preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair, install and/or replace water distribution and sewer lines and related components.
• Operate city vehicle and heavy equipment as needed; ensure safe worksite conditions.
• Investigate leaks, outages, and customer complaints and coordinate repairs with staff.

Skills

Safe driving

Heavy equipment operation

GIS familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas driver’s license

CDL Class A within 90 days

Job description

City of Abilene, Texas is hiring for a Utility Worker - Water Distribution to maintain and repair water and sewer lines across Abilene. The role requires operating heavy equipment, examining systems for leaks, and coordinating with teams to keep water services reliable.

The position calls for at least a high school diploma or GED, a Texas driver’s license, and a CDL within 90 days where applicable. Driving a City vehicle and standing by for possible after-hours work are expected.