Equipment Technician

Applications accepted from:
All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section:
Houston Water/Drinking Water Operations/Systems Maintenance

Workdays &

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm* (Rotating Schedules)

• Subject to change

The Houston Public Works Department is seeking candidates who can perform the following duties:

• Repairs and maintenance of water distribution lines, service laterals, meters, valves, and fire hydrants.
• Provide effective maintenance and mechanical service for water utility services.
• Utilize troubleshooting abilities to assist in solving problems.
• Investigate and respond to complaints from the general public.
• Uses trucks to transport personnel, equipment, tools, and materials to work locations.
• Operate light, medium, and heavy equipment such as backhoe, excavator, roll back truck, dump truck and forklift.
• Observe and follow safety regulations and precautions at work sites.
• Acts as lead worker on team, makes repair decisions, inspects work sites and assists in training new personnel.
• Prepares completed work orders and reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 40 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time.

This is a Houston Public Works Department Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a High School Diploma, GED, or the ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow oral and/or basic written instructions at a level necessary for successful job performance supplemented by specialized courses or training in the operation of the construction equipment.

Six (6) months of experience performing manual and field work with power tools or equipment are required.

Requires a valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving.

May be required to have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) based on the type of equipment the position is assigned to operate.

Preference will be given to applicants with Hazmat license and valid Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL).

• Within eight (8) months of entry into this classification, must obtain a Class A or B CDL license.
• Experience operating backhoes, front end loaders, excavators, and dump trucks.
• Willing to work rotating shifts, nights, and weekends, in various weather climates, around extraneous odors.
• * Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

However, the department may administer skills assessment test.

If YES, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.