Water & Sewer Field Equipment Operator

City-of-Harker-Heights; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Harker Heights is seeking a Street, Drainage & Sanitation Worker to perform construction, repair and maintenance on sewer and water lines. You will operate equipment, read meters, and conduct preventive maintenance while performing related tasks as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to obtain a Texas CDL-B within six months of hire. A minimum of six months of construction experience with similar equipment is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must obtain Texas CDL-B within six months of hire.
• Minimum six months experience in construction work with similar equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate jackhammer, lawn mower, power saw, tapping machine, chain saw, and backhoe as assigned.
• Perform meter and component maintenance.
• Assist in installing and maintaining water/sewer lines; repair wastewater mains and manholes.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Handle minor painting, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks.
• Clean and stock the work truck.
• Load/unload materials; perform yard cleanup and related duties.
• Step in for after-hours standby and rotation of duty phone.
• Assist other departments as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned; attendance is essential.

Skills

Basic construction experience

Reading meters

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Jackhammer

Lawn mower

Power saw

Tapping machine

Chain saw

Backhoe

Job description

City of Harker Heights is seeking a Street, Drainage & Sanitation Worker to perform construction, repair and maintenance on sewer and water lines. You will operate equipment, read meters, and conduct preventive maintenance while performing related tasks as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to obtain a Texas CDL-B within six months of hire. A minimum of six months of construction experience with similar equipment is expected.