Construction and Maintenance Worker

Summary
Performs manual work in the construction and maintenance of public works facilities.

Essential Functions

• Install and repair water meters, water, and wastewater lines;
• Assist in the operation of specialized equipment in cleaning and inspecting sewer lines and sewer taps;
• Clean and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes and meter boxes;
• Will occasionally operate hydraulic or pneumatic power tools, and lighter construction equipment, i.e.; skid steer;
• Order parts and supplies; clean, repair, and test meters;
• Assist in scheduling routine vehicle and equipment maintenance;
• Assist in setting up proper traffic control devices in work areas;
• Assist in the operation, inspection and maintenance of all city roadways;
• Keep a daily log of oil levels in equipment;
• Performs related duties as directed.

Qualifications
Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent with an additional six months experience in construction or maintenance; or any relevant combination of education and experience which provides the following:

Physical exam required

Water: *** Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***

• Water(Pipeline Maint) – Ability to work in confined spaces using proper safety equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus;
• Solid Waste – possession of a Texas Operator’s License;
• Wastewater Collection – Must be clean shaven in order to wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Respiratory Fitness physical required as part of the pre-employment physical and annually every year after and must have a high school diploma or GED.

Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:

• The types and uses of hand tools and equipment for construction and maintenance;
• Methods used to construct and maintain a variety of public works.

Ability to:

• Perform manual tasks requiring physical strength and endurance;
• Follow oral and written instructions;
• Communicate effectively with others;
• Operate heavy equipment and other equipment such as Hydrocleaner, Vacuum truck, (CCTV and SCBA units – Wastewater Collection only).

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Wastewater Collection-frequently lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Frequently walk and stand during the shift.
• Frequently bend and kneel during the shift.
• Push and pull objects.
• Continuously flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
• Continuously rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
• Reach above, at, or below shoulder height.
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.