City of Dalhart Job Description Water Serviceman FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Water Reports To: Water & Waste Water Supervisor Purpose The Water Serviceman is responsible for a range of manual and semi-skilled tasks related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer infrastructure. This includes activities such as laying pipes, patching asphalt and concrete, grading land, and operating various power equipment and hand tools. They assist in maintaining equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and safety, and report any faults promptly. Working as part of a team, they contribute to the upkeep and construction of water and sewer systems, including inspecting and reducing infiltration into sewer lines. Additionally, they perform tasks such as meter reading, fire hydrant maintenance, and repairing manholes while adhering to established safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment for themselves and others. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs manual and semi-skilled work functions associated with the installation, maintenance, and/or repair of water and sewer lines and various components of the distribution and collection system (e.g. meters, taps, fittings, manholes, collar and valve markers, backflow preventers, hydrants, etc.).
- Assists with cleaning catch basins & drainage ditches, clearing debris from grates, and unclogging pipes.
- Assist with laying pipes.
- Patches asphalt and concrete.
- Grades land and repairs landscaping.
- Operates a variety of commercial grade power equipment, machinery and hand tools used in department projects and activities, which may include a pick-up truck, mower, weed eater, edger, jack hammer, chain saw, saw, axe, shovel, and various tools. May occasionally operate larger dump trucks, tractors, and other equipment such as backhoes and skid steers.
- Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop and work areas.
- Monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety.
- Reports faulty equipment.
- Works as part of a crew to assist in the maintenance, repair, and construction of water and sewer infrastructure.
- Assists in maintaining, inspecting, and reducing infiltration and inflow into the sanitary sewer collection system.
- Performs installation and repair of water and sewer mainlines and services.
- Locates water and sewer lines for the miss utility and leak detection system.
- Repairs manholes.
- Performs fire hydrant maintenance and repair.
- Performs meter reading.
- Adheres to established safety procedures.
- Monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
- Handle chlorine in accordance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
- Perform machinery and vehicle inspections.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma, or equivalent.
- Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.
- Able to operate dump trucks, and drive backhoes to and from job sites.
- Able to perform manual labor in weather and terrain extremes.
- Will receive required training for a water operator license.
Equipment & Property This position utilizes office equipment such as printers, desktop computers, and telephones, as well as other tools and machinery such as radios, hand tools, and heavy machinery. Physical Demands The employee is constantly required to listen, see, sit, stand, talk and walk. Occasionally, s/he is required to lift up to 50 pounds. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. The position is normally a 40-hour week, although some overtime could be required. Will be scheduled for “on call” duty after normal working hours, as needed. Salary Depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
- Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), Tier 1 mandatory employee contribution of 5% per pay period - City match 2:1 (upon retirement).
- 100% Employer paid Medical Insurance. Dental, vision, and spouse/dependent coverage is at employee’s cost.
- $10,000 covered life insurance, option to add additional life insurance up to 3x employee’s salary.
- Paid vacation and sick time accrual.
- Paid City holidays.
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