City of Rowlett, Texas
Maintenance Specialist I - Water
City of Rowlett, Texas, Rowlett, Texas, United States, 75089
Position Overview
Under direct supervision, this position involves a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled maintenance work. The employee operates equipment for construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of city water, wastewater, and drainage systems.
Essential Job Functions
Repairs leaks in the wastewater collection or water distribution system, potentially working in trenches over 6 feet deep.
Replaces service tubing; repairs or replaces sewer lines, lateral lines, cleanouts, main lines, tapping saddles.
Inspects water and wastewater stations, keeps grounds neat, assists with pumps, motors, controls, wiring, SCADA, wet wells, dry wells, towers, tanks.
Performs preventative maintenance on station equipment, towers, and storage tanks.
Removes debris, operates valves, flushes lines, replaces damaged parts, uses chemicals such as floating degreaser, chlorine, caustic soda, all‑purpose cleaners.
Repairs manholes, cleanouts, and valves using a pick, shovel, jackhammer; conducts water and sewer taps, digs trenches, assists heavy equipment operators.
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned, and may assist other departments during emergencies.
Maintains reliable attendance and fosters professional relationships with coworkers and the public.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED preferred. No experience required, but construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater experience preferred.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions, complete work orders, fill out daily reports, read equipment labels, interpret chemicals, calculate water usage, and use math for hourly readings.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to follow safety procedures.
Other Requirements
Valid driver’s license required with good driving record. Must report citations within two working days and obtain a Class A CDL within six months of hire.
Must reside within a 1‑hour response time from the Public Works Building; employee will have six months to relocate.
Must hold a Class "D" Water License and Wastewater Collection System Class I License (or obtain within 24 months). A Class "C" Water Distribution License and Wastewater Collection System Class II License is preferred.
Must be able to stand, walk, lift up to 150 lb., and work in mud, uneven terrain, and extreme weather conditions. May need to operate foot controls on heavy equipment.
Benefits & Schedule The City of Rowlett offers a 4‑day work week (7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) and a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, AD&D, long‑term disability, and participation in Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 match.
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Essential Job Functions
Repairs leaks in the wastewater collection or water distribution system, potentially working in trenches over 6 feet deep.
Replaces service tubing; repairs or replaces sewer lines, lateral lines, cleanouts, main lines, tapping saddles.
Inspects water and wastewater stations, keeps grounds neat, assists with pumps, motors, controls, wiring, SCADA, wet wells, dry wells, towers, tanks.
Performs preventative maintenance on station equipment, towers, and storage tanks.
Removes debris, operates valves, flushes lines, replaces damaged parts, uses chemicals such as floating degreaser, chlorine, caustic soda, all‑purpose cleaners.
Repairs manholes, cleanouts, and valves using a pick, shovel, jackhammer; conducts water and sewer taps, digs trenches, assists heavy equipment operators.
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned, and may assist other departments during emergencies.
Maintains reliable attendance and fosters professional relationships with coworkers and the public.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED preferred. No experience required, but construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater experience preferred.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions, complete work orders, fill out daily reports, read equipment labels, interpret chemicals, calculate water usage, and use math for hourly readings.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to follow safety procedures.
Other Requirements
Valid driver’s license required with good driving record. Must report citations within two working days and obtain a Class A CDL within six months of hire.
Must reside within a 1‑hour response time from the Public Works Building; employee will have six months to relocate.
Must hold a Class "D" Water License and Wastewater Collection System Class I License (or obtain within 24 months). A Class "C" Water Distribution License and Wastewater Collection System Class II License is preferred.
Must be able to stand, walk, lift up to 150 lb., and work in mud, uneven terrain, and extreme weather conditions. May need to operate foot controls on heavy equipment.
Benefits & Schedule The City of Rowlett offers a 4‑day work week (7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) and a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, AD&D, long‑term disability, and participation in Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 match.
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