Salary: $16.22 - $23.52 Hourly Location : Allen, TX Job Type: Full Time Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES-WATER & SEWER Division: W&S- OPERATIONS Opening Date: 09/01/2024 Closing Date: 9/30/2024 5:00 PM Central DescriptionHIRING RATE: $17.00 Hourly FULL HIRING RANGE: $17.00 - $19.87 Hourly4-Day Workweek w/ overtime opportunityBenefits At A Glance Health, Dental Vision, & Wellness
- The City of Allen offers two medical plans: $1,250 and $2,800 deductible
- Telemedicine Virtual Visits
- Dental includes dependent orthodontia benefits
- Vision includes exams and hardware benefits
- Wellness initiatives provide a premium reduction
- UHC Motion gives HRA/HSA money for step goals
- Cariloop Caregiver Services offers support while caring for family members
Retirement & Tax Advantage Plans
- Texas Municipal Retirement System mandatory participation of 7% contribution, 5-year vesting, City match 2-1, prior service credit, retirement at 20 years of service or age 60 as long as you are vested.
- 457 Pre-tax & Roth accounts with Mission Square Retirement; participation is voluntary
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available on medical Plan C, the City of Allen contributes $1,000-2,000, pro-rated for enrollments midyear.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical or dependent care
Vacation, Sick, Personal Days & Holidays
- Vacation: Year 0-10: 120 hours per year
- Sick: 120 hours per year
- Personal Days: Year 0-5: 1 day
- Holidays: 9
Position Specific Benefits
- TCEQ license stipend added to paycheck upon completion
- CDL A training covered by the employer
The City: With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, and quality of life make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone. The City's Mission is To achieve excellence in managing the development of the community and providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced. Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the following values:
- People First - Giving priority to others
- Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity
- Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust, and hard work
- Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
- Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment
The purpose of this position is to preserve safe water and sewer utilities. This is accomplished by maintaining and repairing water and sewer lines and taps. Other duties may include ensuring the safety of equipment and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees. Essential Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.
- Lays and maintains water lines by using a backhoe to dig holes, installing, repairing and removing water meters, locating water leaks, inspecting, installing and repairing water lines, tracing, locating and tapping lines for the City and maintaining and repairing fire hydrants.
- Maintains sewer lines by cleaning and repairing sewer lines, correcting stoppages, repairing manholes, conducting preventative maintenance inspections, testing for infiltration or ex-filtration, repairing roadways and easements and assisting with pump station repairs.
- Repairs water and sewer taps by excavating to the main, tapping lines, running new services, assisting with the installation, repair and maintenance of water mains, valves, hydrants, meters and wells and logging water lines.
- Ensures the safety of equipment by performing preventative maintenance on equipment and tools, cleaning and fixing components and changing the oil.
Job RequirementsEducation & Experience Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- High School diploma or equivalent and no prior work experience.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. Certification and Other Requirements Valid Texas Class C Drivers License and must be able to obtain a Texas Class A CDL within twelve (12) months from the date of hire. Overall Physical Strength Demands: Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Supplemental InformationReading Basic - Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Math Basic - Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Writing Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Managerial Receives immediate direction. The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. Close and constant review is given. Supervisory / Organizational Control No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Complexity Normal tasks require use of definite procedures, with little deviation. Work requires little or no analysis or judgment. Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills Discussion Occasional: 20% or less of work time. Discover the Exceptional Benefits of Working with the City of Allen! Health & Dental Insurance
- Comprehensive Coverage: Choose between two EPO medical plans thorugh UnitedHealthcare, including a HDHP with HSA and city contribution. Both medical plans include vision insurance.
- Dental Plan: Our dental plan through UnitedHealthcare allows you to go in and out-of-network for dental care with low monthly premiums.
- Effective Date of Coverage: Your insurance starts on the first day of the month following just 30 days of employment.
Robust Insurance Coverage
- Life Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind with Basic Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage, up to $250,000.
- Long-Term Disability: Provided at no cost, ensuring your future security.
- Optional Enhancements: Add Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Supplemental Life, Dependent Life, and Voluntary AD&D at group rates.
Flexible Spending Accounts
- Smart Savings: Our flexible spending accounts allow you to efficiently manage your Health Care and Dependent Care expenses through payroll deductions.
Wellness Program
- Health Incentives: Participate in our wellness program and get rewarded with financial incentives for engaging in various health activities throughout the year.
Workers Compensation
- Safety Net: All employees are covered for work-related injuries, ensuring you are taken care of.
Generous Time Off
- Paid Holidays: Enjoy nine paid holidays annually, and a personal day just for you.
- Vacation: Earn 120 vacation hours per year (160 hours after ten years of service), giving you ample time to relax and recharge.
- Unlimited Sick Leave: Accrue 4.62 hours per pay period, with no cap on the total amount of sick leave you can accumulate.
Retirement Benefits
- TMRS Participation: Secure your future with the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), a tax-deferred retirement plan with a 2-to-1 matching contribution from the City upon vesting and retirement.
- Social Security: Benefit from additional retirement security by participating in Social Security.
Deferred Compensation
- 457 Plan: Invest in your future by contributing to a deferred compensation plan, reducing your taxable income while growing your retirement savings.
Longevity Rewards
- Monthly Bonus: Receive $4 per month for every month you've worked with us, starting after your first year.
Join the City of Allen team and experience a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and future. Apply today and start your journey with us! 01 In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application.Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application Incomplete , so please be thorough in answering the questions.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.
02 Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
03 Are you currently employed by or have you worked for the City of Allen in the past?
04 Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
- None of the above
05 Do you have prior experience working for a municipality? Please note: experience must be listed on the application.
06 Do you have prior experience working in water/sewer services? Please note: experience must be listed on the application.
07 Do you have a current and valid Driver's License?
08 If you do not currently hold a valid Driver's License, are you able to obtain one prior to employment?
09 I acknowledge that if I do not have a valid CDL Driver's License, I will need to obtain one within twelve (12) months of employment.
- Yes
- No
- Not applicable, already obtained
Required Question