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.