Maintenance Specialist II - Water/Wastewater

Hiring Rate: $18.15 hourly

Full Pay Range: $18.15 - $27.23 hourly

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 4:00pm

3-day weekends Friday - Sunday

Benefits at the City of Rowlett Include:

• 4-day work week
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance (2x salary up to $150,000)
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Flexible spending account
• 20-year retirement plan with the Texas Municipal Retirement System
• 5-year vesting and a 2:1 City match
• Vacation - 2 weeks during the first year, 3 weeks after the first year
• Sick leave - 2 weeks per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity pay

Position Overview:

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work. Operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of City water, wastewater, and City's drainage system. Performs other duties as assigned.Repairs leaks in the wastewater collection system or water distribution system. May repair leaks on pipes in depths of over 6' feet, responsible for trench safety, replace service tubing; repair/replace sewer, lateral line, cleanout, main line and/or tapping saddle.

Responsible for checking water and wastewater stations, keeping grounds neat and clean. Assists with work on pumps, motors, controls and electrical wiring, SCADA system, wet wells, dry wells, elevated towers and ground storage tanks. Performs preventative maintenance on all station equipment and elevated towers, ground storage tanks.

Removes debris, closes and opens valves to ensure proper operation, flushes lines; replaces damaged parts. Uses chemicals such as floating degreaser, chlorine, caustic soda, and all-purpose cleaners.

Repairs manholes, and city clean-outs and valves by using a pick, shovel and/or jackhammer. Performs water and sewer taps, dig trenches or holes; assist heavy equipment operator to open hole, drill hole using tapping machine or hole saw. Performs related duties and special projects as assigned. May assist other departments when emergencies arise.High School Diploma or GED. One year of related construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater experience required.Valid Class C Driver's License required. Class "A" CDL is preferred or the ability to obtain with Tanker endorsement within six (6) months of employment required and ability to maintain City driving standards. Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driver standards as established by the City of Rowlett.

Must reside within a 1 hour response time from the Public Works Building, employee will have (6) months from employment date in which to relocate. Will be subject to covering/handling first-call or back-up call when assigned.

Must have a minimum of a Class "D" Water License and Wastewater Collection System Class I License or be able to obtain within 12 months of being hired. A Class "C" Water Distribution License and Wastewater Collection System Class II License is preferred.

The complete job description for this position can be found here.