About the Department
City of Forney is looking for a dependable and motivated individual to join our team as a
Public Works Technician I in our Water Department. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start or grow their career in Public Works. Under supervision, this position will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled assignments in the construction, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of City Public Water Supply (PWS), water distribution systems, storage tanks, and pumping facilities.
Position Duties
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Performs duties associated with water distribution, including installing, connecting, relocating, adjusting, testing, maintaining, televising, repairing, and replacing water mains, valves, hydrants, meters, pumps, and other equipment, cutting and fitting pipes.
- Operates equipment, tools, and motor vehicles such as trucks, loaders, backhoes, and other similar maintenance or construction equipment safely; monitors water operations through the use of SCADA and reports any issues or emergencies.
- Safely operates equipment and tools used at work sites as required; places traffic control flags, signs, and cones to direct traffic around work sites, and operates and maintains hand and power tools.
- Performs routine maintenance and repair on pump stations and generators; ensures various work sites are restored following completion of work.
- Responds tactfully to questions and comments from the public and delegates to appropriate staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: No direct supervision exercised.
***PLEASE NOTE: Complete the Work History section in full, including all relevant past employment. Resumes may be attached to the application however will NOT be accepted in lieu of the official application form ***
Minimum Qualifications
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Special Requirements: - Must obtain a Class A CDL within one (1) year of hire.
Other Qualifications
- Experience in manual labor, general construction, water utility systems repair, or a related field preferred.
