SERVE

At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence).

Job Details

The successful candidate may be offered a position in either the Public Works Maintenance Worker II or the Public Works Maintenance Worker III classification. The range for the Public Works Maintenance Worker II is $18.58 - $21.37 per hour; and for the Public Works Maintenance Worker III is $19.51 - $22.43 per hour. *Individuals with a valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) may have the advantage of receiving a more favorable offer than non-CDL holders.

Are you interested in joining a diverse team of well-trained individuals who excel in maintaining the City of Plano's water and sewer systems? This entry-level position involves moderate physical labor outdoors in all types of weather. We are committed to providing comprehensive training and mentoring to the ideal candidate, supporting them in their career advancement throughout what we hope will be a long and successful career at the City of Plano.

Experience the benefit of working a four-day workweek, Monday through Thursday, with the working hours from 6:30AM - 5:00PM. Enjoy a three-day weekend most weeks.

Receive training from our experience staff members and seize the opportunity to become a licensed water/and or wastewater operator through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Additionally, explore other certificate programs to enhance your skills. Engage in cross-training with various departments and acquire the skills to repair water main breaks, address service line leaks, and handle a variety of other repair tasks. Undergo training to attain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). There are ample overtime opportunities for trained employees willing to work beyond regular business hours.

As a valued Team Plano member, you will receive numerous benefits:

• $175 annual boot reimbursement, $175annual jean reimbursement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), in which the City matches contributions 2:1 upon retirement
• Up to three weeks each of paid vacation per year
• Up to three weeks of sick leave per year
• Nine paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Free recreation center membership
• And so much more! Learn about our benefits here.

Every person matters. Every job has purpose. Together we make a difference. Join Team Plano!

Public Works Maintenance Worker II (entry level) (The job description for the Public Works Maintenance Worker III is listed below.)

Summary of Duties: Under regular supervision, the Public Works Maintenance Worker performs light to heavy manual labor to repair and maintain City of Plano infrastructure including water lines, sewer lines, streets, sidewalks and alleys with the City's easements and Rights of Way.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the mid-level classification in the Public Works Maintenance Worker series. The incumbent follows routine procedures and guidelines in the application of prescribed duties and works under close supervision. This classification is distinguished from the Public Works Maintenance Worker III in that the latter performs more complex technical duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of this position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

General Job Functions:

• Assists preparing work areas; and securing job sites by setting up traffic control devices such as cones, barricades and advance warning signs.
• Prepares tools, materials, and equipment necessary for daily tasks; cleans, inspects and maintains tools, equipment, and trucks.
• Complies with all written city policies and procedures.
• Understands how to use basic personal protective equipment.
• Drives to and from work locations as assigned.
• Inspects job sites and complies with safety procedures.
• Trained and able to work in confined spaces.
• Follows the guidance of a crew leader to setup proper trench shoring.
• Uses tools and handles materials associated with the installation of new water mains, sewer mains, service connections and manholes.
• Assists with water taps.
• Locates and repairs sewer mains and manholes.
• Operates dead end blow off valves for flushing to maintain water quality.
• Able to assist with locating of water main and service line leaks.
• Serves on call.
• Responds to citizen concerns and complaints.

Marginal Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions: The incumbent is responsible for inspecting assigned equipment, identifying potential safety hazards and the use of safe work methods and safety equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of: Safety practices and procedures; proper and efficient use of hand and power tools; methods of tool and equipment maintenance; traffic control and barricade placement.

Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating light equipment; performing routine construction and repair work; completing basic mathematical calculations and measurements.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Experience: One (1) year of previous maintenance or construction experience preferred.

Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications: Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License.

Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in and around City buildings, streets, and facilities, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, and to operate varied hand tools, power tools, and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing maintenance and repairs. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, dust, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Public Works employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to pull stand-by duty and/or work extended hours, holidays and weekends assisting with workloads of assigned division or assisting other departments.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Public Works Maintenance Worker III

Summary of Duties: Under minimal supervision, the Public Works Maintenance Worker performs light to heavy manual labor to repair and maintain City of Plano infrastructure including water lines, sewer lines, streets, sidewalks and alleys within the City's easements and Rights of Way.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced classification in the Public Works Maintenance Worker series. The incumbent plans detailed methods to attain desired objectives working within established policies. Methods require use of initiatives and resourcefulness in developing processes and procedures. Works under indirect supervision, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters.

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of this position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

General Job Functions:

• Assists preparing work areas; and securing job sites by setting up traffic control devices such as cones, barricades and advance warning signs.
• Prepares tools, materials, and equipment necessary for daily tasks; cleans, inspects and maintains tools, equipment, and trucks.
• Complies with all written city policies and procedures
• Understands how to use basic personal protective equipment
• Drives to and from work locations as assigned
• All functions assigned to Public Works Maintenance Worker II Position
• Proficient in the use of ipad and the department's cloud based asset management system
• Able to clear sewer stoppages with limited supervision
• Able to de