PW- SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER (ULS)

About the role

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Responsibilities

• Tackle hydrant or valve repairs
• Mentor and train crew members
• Ensure safe, reliable water and wastewater services
• Respond to emergency sewer backups
• Model teamwork and service excellence

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 5+ years of experience in utility maintenance or a related field
• Proven ability to lead crews by mentoring, training, and coordinating field work
• Class C Water Distribution license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
• Class I Wastewater Collection License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within six months post-hire
• Valid State of Texas Class “B” CDL, and may be required to upgrade to a Class “A” CDL with combination and tanker endorsements within 1-year post-hire
• Knowledge of mechanics and basic hand tools
• Ability to work closely with others as part of a team
• Ability to perform tedious and exacting work in dangerous, noisy, and distracting environments
• Ability to perform many physically demanding tasks, which involve a high degree of concern for personal safety and the safety of coworkers, citizens, and other individuals
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with coworkers and members of the general public

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanics and basic hand tools is required.
• Ability to work closely with others as part of a team responsible for providing public service to the City and its citizens.
• Ability to perform tedious and exacting work as well as multiple tasks simultaneously in dangerous, noisy, and distracting environments under time pressures.
• Tasks frequently subject this employee to safety risks related to operating in or around traffic zones and occasional emergency situations.
• Ability to perform many physically demanding tasks, which involve a high degree of concern for personal safety and the safety of coworkers, citizens, and other individuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with coworkers and members of the general public using the English language verbally on a daily basis is essential.
• Ability to take and follow directions.

Skills

• Knowledge of mechanics and basic hand tools is required.
• Ability to work closely with others as part of a team responsible for providing public service to the City and its citizens.
• Ability to perform tedious and exacting work as well as multiple tasks simultaneously in dangerous, noisy, and distracting environments under time pressures.
• Tasks frequently subject this employee to safety risks related to operating in or around traffic zones and occasional emergency situations.
• Ability to perform many physically demanding tasks, which involve a high degree of concern for personal safety and the safety of coworkers, citizens, and other individuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with coworkers and members of the general public using the English language verbally on a daily basis is essential.
• Ability to take and follow directions.

Benefits

• Full-time coverage for medical, dental (HMO plan), life insurance, AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability.
• PPO United Healthcare Options network HRA annual rollover plan.
• Basic outpatient lab work is covered 100% up to $1,000.
• Dental insurance through Guardian with HMO and PPO plans.
• Prescription benefit through Kroger Pharmacy Plan with a $50 brand plan year deductible.
• Vision plan with Superior Vision, covering $10 exam/$25 eyewear in-network co-pays.
• Healthcare savings and resolution through Alight.
• Telemedicine through 1800MD.
• TMRS (Texas Municipal Retirement System) with 7% employee contribution and 2 to 1 City match.
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling on life and family issues.
• Caregiver support through Cariloop Online healthcare coaches.
• Bereavement leave for up to 24 hours (36 hours for 24 hour shift) in the event of a death(s).
• Civil leave for jury duty and other approved civil leave.
• Military leave for up to 15 work days per fiscal year and one time partial pay for up to 180 days if eligible.
• Workers' compensation insurance for injuries on the job during the scope of City business.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses within a degree plan with requirements.

Pay

• This opportunity is non-exempt and on Pay Grade #8.
• The full Pay Grade Range is shown for growth and development opportunities within the grade.
• Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity.
• Min $22.17 ($46,119)
• Mid $27.15 ($56,479)
• Max $32.15 ($66,862)

Schedule

• Regular attendance is an essential job function and employment duties are routinely performed in 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, with additional hours as needed on call.