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Public Works Utilities Maintenance Worker-CDL / Public Works Utilities Senior Maintenance Worker-CDL

Salary

$40k - $53k

Min Experience

2 years

Location

Waco, Texas, United States

JobType

full-time

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Public Works Utilities Maintenance Worker-CDL
Minimum starting salary is $19.40 hourly with a H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum Starting Salary is $23.90 hourly with a Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement
Minimum Starting Salary is $24.45 hourly with a Class D Basic Water Operations OR Collection Class I License

Minimum Qualifications
Required:

  • H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Valid Texas Driver's License
  • Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement Required within 180 Days of employment.

Position Overview
Under basic supervision, performs basic unskilled labor tasks in support of the repair and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection (W/WW) facilities, equipment, and infrastructure for the Public Works department.

Essential Functions
  • Performs general labor work and uses basic tools, vehicles and equipment to assist in the maintenance and repair of W/WW facilities, equipment and infrastructure; follows safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; performs duties within scope of authority and training; duties may vary depending on job assignment and individual skills.

Public Works Utilities Senior Maintenance Worker-CDL 
Minimum starting salary is $25.54 hourly

Minimum Qualifications
Required:
  • H.S. Diploma Or GED equivalent
  • 1.5 years of experience as a Utility Maintenance Worker or comparable experience in basic water utility safety, basic water or wastewater practices, and awareness of chemicals used in performing the job.
  • Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement
  • Class D Basic Water Operations or Collection Class I license from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) or equivalent or higher Treatment License

Position Overview
Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled labor tasks in support of the repair and maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection (W/WW) facilities, equipment, and infrastructure for the Public Works department.


Essential Functions
  • Performs semi-skilled and skilled work and uses tools to assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of W/WW systems.
  • Drives vehicles to transport equipment to and from job sites which requires a commercial driver’s license.
  • Follows safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; performs duties within the scope of authority and training; duties may vary depending on job assignment and individual skills.
  • Performs operation, inspection, and maintenance of a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Performs setup, operation, and maintenance of a variety of safety-related equipment according to utility safety procedures and standard operating procedures.
  • Communicates with customers to advise them of utility work planned or in process.
  • Required to respond after-hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.
  • Required to work in trenches or in a confined space to perform maintenance tasks.

About the company

Known for being a great place to live and work, the City of Waco provides many economic opportunities and cultural experiences. Waco, Texas is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas - Fort Worth and Austin and is a central city in the Texas Triangle - a ‘megapolitan’ region bounded by Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin. We are a progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit that offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County. Waco is also the birthplace of Dr Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. The iconic Waco Suspension Bridge, spans the beautiful Brazos River and is a timeless symbol of Waco's role in the historic cattle drives that helped shape the frontier Texas economy. The City of Waco is home to Baylor University, McLennan Community College (MCC) and Texas State Technical College (TSTC). The City boasts the award-winning Cameron Park Zoo and Waco Mammoth National Monument. The City annually hosts the Bicycle World Ironman Waco 70.3 Triathlon and Brazos Nights, an outdoor concert series. Former HGTV hosts Chip & Joanna Gaines proudly call Waco home and operate two of Waco’s most highly visited sites in the Magnolia Market at the Silos and Magnolia Table. Each year, the Gaines' host Silobration, a multi-day party that includes a midway, artisan vendors, food trucks and music concerts. Our mission is to provide exemplary municipal services in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public's trust. Life is good in Waco!

Skills

Basic tools
Vehicles
Safety equipment