Utility Line Maintenance; ULM Technician

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.

Operates and maintains backhoe, dump truck, and other equipment to assist with the maintenance and repair or water/wastewater utility lines. Performs general maintenance tasks and repair of fire hydrants and valves. Also responsible for performing utility line locates as needed, which include waterlines, wastewater lines, and city owned fiber.

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 backhoe, dump truck, and other equipment to assist with the maintenance and repair of water/wastewater utility lines; transports equipment to and from worksite; 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 work tasks as required; lifts, moves and sets pipe; turns valves; replaces clamps, etc.
• Performs service line camera inspections on wastewater lateral lines as needed.
• Performs sewer creek crossing inspections as needed.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED required.

Six (6) months experience in a related field preferred.

A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required for this position and may not be substituted. Beyond this requirement, any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will enable a candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the remaining specified education and experience requirements.

Must obtain an “N” endorsement for tank vehicles within 90‑days of acquisition of CDL‑A or date of hire. Must obtain a Class D Water Distribution License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 6 months from the date of hire. Must pass an Equipment Operations Test during 90‑day probationary period.

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 Driver’s License Class “C” 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 in the placement of such safety devices as, shoring boxes and trench jacks; 3” trash pumps, walk behind compactors and small hand and power tools;
Digg Tess procedures (Call before digging) and be familiar with utility markings; techniques and procedures used in repairing water and sewer lines.

Skilled In:Operating assigned tools and equipment in a safe and proper manner; accepting responsibility for his/her actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending work regularly; and working effectively with people regardless of…