City of Rowlett
Responsibilities
Repairs leaks in the wastewater collection system or water distribution system, including on pipes at depths of over 6 feet.
Responsible for trench safety.
Replaces service tubing; repairs/replaces sewer, lateral line, cleanout, main line and/or tapping saddle.
Checks water and wastewater stations, keeps 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, elevated towers, and 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, city clean‑outs, and valves using a pick, shovel, and/or jackhammer.
Performs water and sewer taps, digs trenches or holes; assists heavy equipment operator to open holes, drills holes using tapping machine or hole saw.
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned; may assist other departments during emergencies.
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 drainage systems.
Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications and Requirements
High School diploma or GED preferred; no experience required, but some construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater experience preferred.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions, complete work orders, fill out daily reports and checklists for water and wastewater stations.
Ability to read and understand labels on equipment, chemicals, reports, and memos.
Ability to use math to calculate water usage at stations and hourly readings on water/wastewater stations.
Ability to interact and get along with other crew members and the general public.
Ability to follow safety procedures.
Valid driver's license required; must maintain a good driving record; must report all traffic citations within two working days; must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire.
Must reside within a 1‑hour response time from the Public Works Building; employee has six (6) months from employment date to relocate.
Must have a minimum of a Class "D" Water License and Wastewater Collection System Class I License, or be able to obtain within 24 months of hire. A Class "C" Water Distribution License and Wastewater Collection System Class II License is preferred.
Physical and Safety Requirements Must be able to stand, walk on uneven terrain, asphalt, concrete, water, mud, rock; frequently work in mud which may be knee‑deep.
Must be able to lift tools and equipment up to 150 pounds. This job requires reaching, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, climbing and balance to use equipment and elevate work sites.
May be required to operate foot controls on heavy equipment such as backhoe and other machinery. Exposed to extremes in outdoor temperature, inclement weather, fumes and trenching during water operations.
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Repairs leaks in the wastewater collection system or water distribution system, including on pipes at depths of over 6 feet.
Responsible for trench safety.
Replaces service tubing; repairs/replaces sewer, lateral line, cleanout, main line and/or tapping saddle.
Checks water and wastewater stations, keeps 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, elevated towers, and 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, city clean‑outs, and valves using a pick, shovel, and/or jackhammer.
Performs water and sewer taps, digs trenches or holes; assists heavy equipment operator to open holes, drills holes using tapping machine or hole saw.
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned; may assist other departments during emergencies.
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 drainage systems.
Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications and Requirements
High School diploma or GED preferred; no experience required, but some construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater experience preferred.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions, complete work orders, fill out daily reports and checklists for water and wastewater stations.
Ability to read and understand labels on equipment, chemicals, reports, and memos.
Ability to use math to calculate water usage at stations and hourly readings on water/wastewater stations.
Ability to interact and get along with other crew members and the general public.
Ability to follow safety procedures.
Valid driver's license required; must maintain a good driving record; must report all traffic citations within two working days; must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire.
Must reside within a 1‑hour response time from the Public Works Building; employee has six (6) months from employment date to relocate.
Must have a minimum of a Class "D" Water License and Wastewater Collection System Class I License, or be able to obtain within 24 months of hire. A Class "C" Water Distribution License and Wastewater Collection System Class II License is preferred.
Physical and Safety Requirements Must be able to stand, walk on uneven terrain, asphalt, concrete, water, mud, rock; frequently work in mud which may be knee‑deep.
Must be able to lift tools and equipment up to 150 pounds. This job requires reaching, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, climbing and balance to use equipment and elevate work sites.
May be required to operate foot controls on heavy equipment such as backhoe and other machinery. Exposed to extremes in outdoor temperature, inclement weather, fumes and trenching during water operations.
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