Utilities Technician

Utilities Technician I ()

Openings as of 7/14/2026.

• Performs diversified work of the Water/Wastewater Maintenance Operations including repairs and installation of sewer mains, water mains, service lines, fire hydrants, lift station maintenance, etc.

• Maintains and installs all equipment and materials associated with the Water/Wastewater maintenance and collection system.
• Delivers and erects barricades at designated locations and repairs and replaces broken and/or burned-out lights on barricades.
• Uses hand tools to dig ditches or holes.
• Hand-shovels dirt, gravel, asphalt, or sand.
• Tamps, packs, and levels dirt, sand, asphalt, or other material.
• Loads and unloads materials and equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance on city vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Maintains tools and shop in a neat and organized manner.
• Installs water and sewer lines and repairs leaks and broken lines.
• Works with jackhammer and air compressor.
• Operates various types of water tapping machinery depending on size and type of pipe.
• Installs, replaces, and removes water valves and water meters.
• Performs the duties of on call as required.
• Makes temporary repairs to utility cuts in streets.
• Attends in‑house and out‑of‑house Water/Wastewater Maintenance Department education and training sessions.
• Occasionally operates a pickup, front‑end loader, and backhoe.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and public relations.
• May train and mentor less experienced employees.
• Observes all safety rules and procedures.

• May build and install forms and pour concrete.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

• Knowledge of:
  Water/Wastewater Maintenance Department Operations or ability to learn said operations and maintenance.
• Demonstrated Ability to: lift and maneuver equipment and materials weighing up to 92 lbs. (i.e., meters, meter lids, pipe valves, etc.); enter and exit a 24‑inch diameter manhole opening without difficulty; enter and exit a 24‑inch wide ditch while operating necessary equipment; perform strenuous work outdoors under adverse weather conditions; and safely operate all required equipment.
• Demonstrated Mental Ability to: tolerate working in confined places for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to: work under general supervision and follow oral instructions; operate and maintain a variety of power and manual tools and equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees; maintain a Texas driver’s license (applicable to job responsibilities) and a good driving record; and lawfully report for emergency duty from residence within 30 minutes.
• Other: may handle toxic and/or hazardous materials or work in areas where such materials may be stored.

High‑school diploma/GED and ability to obtain a Collections Level I license within an agreed‑upon timeframe.

Collections Level I license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, a valid Class C driver’s license, and ability to obtain a State of Texas Class B (commercial) driver’s license with air brakes within an agreed‑upon timeframe.

Starting Salary: $20.29 /hour

Position will remain open until filled.

The City of Seguin is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).

* This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).