Maintenance Worker; Wastewater

Maintenance Worker (Wastewater)

City of Corinth

Important pay info, Public Works Progression Plan

Starting pay per hour: $18.04 to $22.08 depending on experience.

• Additional $1.25 for ability to demonstrate operation of light equipment, MUTCD knowledge, and 2 years of experience in the field.
• Additional $1.25 for CDL.
• Up to an additional $0.50 for TDA.

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled general labor in the maintenance of the City water utilities system for the Public Works Department; operates hand and power tools and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

• Performs semi-skilled general labor tasks in order to maintain City water utilities system as assigned; duties may vary according to job assignment and individual skills.
• Performs maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Assists in the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater system and components; inspects water and wastewater lines; repairs line leaks and breaks; cleans and maintains lift stations; maintains and flushes water hydrants; checks and cleans valves and manhole covers; digs and fills holes and trenches; maintains landscaping; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from adjoining areas.
• Assists in the installation of new water, sewer systems and components.
• Operates and maintains a variety of specialized tools and equipment; assists with maintenance work on tools and equipment.
• Maintains daily work logs and records of maintenance services performed.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations to minimize risk of accidents.
• Responds as directed to perform emergency cleaning and maintenance work.
• Cross trains in all utilities maintenance tasks.
• Responds outside of normally scheduled work hours in response to special events, natural disasters, emergencies, or critical incidents as determined by the City.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the City by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Cooperates with co-workers professionally to accomplish work efficiently and effectively.
• Has regular, predictable attendance; attendance is a factor in continued employment with the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND one year of construction or maintenance work experience.

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License (Texas license must be obtained within 30 days of hire per State law); commercial driver’s license may be required.
• Prefer Water and Wastewater Operator licenses from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ); additional technical skills training and certifications may be required for some job assignments.

• City policies and procedures.
• Tools and equipment used in water utilities system maintenance.
• Basic plumbing techniques and maintenance standards.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Customer service standards and protocols.

• Operating and maintaining tools, equipment and vehicles according to standard procedures.
• Performing heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Following and maintaining safety standards.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors at work sites throughout the City; required to perform moderate physical work, and lift and carry up to 80 pounds.

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