Location: Lubbock,TX, USA
Performs manual work in the construction and maintenance of public works facilities.
* Install and repair water meters, water, and wastewater lines;
* Assist in the operation of specialized equipment in cleaning and inspecting sewer lines and sewer taps;
* Clean and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes and meter boxes;
* Will occasionally operate hydraulic or pneumatic power tools, and lighter construction equipment, i.e.; skid steer;
* Order parts and supplies; clean, repair, and test meters;
* Assist in scheduling routine vehicle and equipment maintenance;
* Assist in setting up proper traffic control devices in work areas;
* Assist in the operation, inspection and maintenance of all city roadways;
* Keep a daily log of oil levels in equipment;
* Performs related duties as directed.
Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent with an additional six months experience in construction or maintenance; or any relevant combination of education and experience which provides the following:
Physical exam required
Water: * Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. *
* Water(Pipeline Maint) - Ability to work in confined spaces using proper safety equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus;
* Solid Waste - possession of a Texas Operator's License;
* Wastewater Collection - Must be clean shaven in order to wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Respiratory Fitness physical required as part of the pre-employment physical and annually every year after and must have a high school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of:
* The types and uses of hand tools and equipment for construction and maintenance;
* Methods used to construct and maintain a variety of public works.
Ability to:
* Perform manual tasks requiring physical strength and endurance;
* Follow oral and written instructions;
* Communicate effectively with others;
* Operate heavy equipment and other equipment such as Hydrocleaner, Vacuum truck, (CCTV and SCBA units - Wastewater Collection only).
Physical Requirements:
* Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
* Wastewater Collection-frequently lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
* Frequently walk and stand during the shift.
* Frequently bend and kneel during the shift.
* Push and pull objects.
* Continuously flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
* Continuously rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
* Reach above, at, or below shoulder height.
* Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.