Senior Operator - Utility Line Maintenance; ULM

Hiring Incentive

We’re excited to offer a hiring incentive of $2,500 for this role! This incentive is available only to new hires and does not apply to current employees.

Repairs and maintains wastewater collection and water distribution systems and associated equipment. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodation so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Operates heavy equipment such as mini excavators, rubber tire loaders, skid steers, forklifts, and other equipment to assist with the maintenance and repair of water/wastewater utility lines.
• Transports equipment to and from work site and participates in preparing the site for maintenance/repair operation, including set‑up of safety and warning devices such as shoring, cones, flags, etc.
• Inspects and performs basic service, preventive maintenance and minor repairs to equipment as required to keep equipment in safe, working order; fuels equipment, checks tires, assures that equipment is secure and operational; reports major service/repair needs to supervisor or other designated authority.
• Assists co‑workers in performing tasks as required; lifts, moves, and sets pipe; turns valves; replaces clamps, etc.
• Performs repairs/maintenance to the water and wastewater system, including main lines, valves, fire hydrants, service lines for water and wastewater, manholes, air release valves, pumps and motors, and check valves.
• Compile documentation required for completed tasks, such as work orders and service requests.
• Investigates issues as needed using as‑builts and GIS mapping services.
• Communicates with homeowners and business owners to inform them of water and wastewater issues such as water leaks, water outages, wastewater stoppages, overflows, etc.
• Ensure all crew members are carrying out assigned tasks and issues and concerns are documented and reported properly.
• Performs site restoration including final cleanup, adding fill material, laying sod, or any other items that need to be addressed.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED required.

Two (2) years of experience in a related field required. Preference given to candidates who currently possess TCEQ Licensing.

Must currently possess a valid State of Texas Drivers’ License Class “CDL‑A” with an “N” endorsement for tank vehicles. Must currently possess a valid Class D Water Distribution License. Must currently possess a valid Class I (one) Wastewater Collections License. Must pass an Equipment Operations Test.

Must submit to and pass a criminal background, pre‑employment drug test, pre‑placement medical examination, and job placement assessment (JPA). Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers’ License Class “CDL‑A” with an “N” endorsement for tank vehicles and good driving record as defined by City policy. An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.

This position is subject to emergency operations. The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed during emergency operations, in preparation for prolonged emergency operations, and/or during recovery from prolonged emergency operations as directed by his/her direct supervisor, Department Head or designee, or the City Manager or designee.

Knowledge of:
Trench safety and skillful placement of safety devices such as shoring boxes and trench jacks; equipment such as water pumps, walk‑behind compactors, and small hand and power tools;
Diggs Tess procedures; line locate and acoustic leak detection equipment; utility markings; techniques and procedures in repairing water and sewer lines; and traffic control devices and the proper use of each type.

Skilled In:
Coaching, mentoring, and training crew members; possess and exhibiting the skills necessary to operate assigned tools and equipment in a…