Utility Maintenance Worker - Distribution & Collections Construction

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking a full-time Utility Maintenance Worker to improve day-to-day operations of our Utilities - Distribution and Collections Construction division.

About the Role

A Utility Maintenance Worker performs a variety of manual tasks associated with the construction and repair of water distribution and wastewater connection facilities. Work involves transferring between tasks on construction projects, often in a utility capacity, requiring varied experience and the ability to work without close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install valves, water lines, and manholes; sewer pipes with appropriate fillings and tees.
• Repair streets, sidewalks, curbs, and meters.
• Assist in measuring distances from grade stakes.
• Bolt, nail, align, and block up under forms.
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications.
• Gather and organize materials to be transported; load pipe, manhole, and various other materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
• Position, join, align, and seal pipe sections.
• Erect scaffolding, shoring, and braces.
• Apply paints or bituminous compounds over surfaces for protection using mops, brushes, or spreaders.
• Apply caulking compounds by hand or with a caulking gun to seal crevices.
• Grind, sand, or polish surfaces such as concrete, steel, and plastic.
• Saw lumber, dismantle forms, remove projections from concrete, mount pipe hangers, and dig out and clean around pipes.
• Check stock in yard for job assignments and upcoming jobs.
• Perform maintenance on machines and trucks, ensuring equipment is greased, washed, cleaned, and oil is changed.
• Clean up job sites by removing used parts and materials, leveling ground back to grade, and replacing sod.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Class I Wastewater Certificate preferred, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.

Benefits

• The city pays all premiums for employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance, plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents.
• Retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match.
• Access to the city's recreation fitness center.
• Employee assistance program.
• Educational assistance.
• 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

Pay

$18.86 - $20.41 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

About The City of Pearland

Pearland is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, known for affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and a superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland offers close proximity to Houston, just a 20-minute drive to downtown, providing access to professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

The City of Pearland fosters a culture of continuous learning, encouraging employee development and growth. The work environment supports innovation and promotes multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams.