Public Works Technician I - Wastewater
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Public Works Technician I - Wastewater

City of Forney, TX

Location: Forney,TX, USA

Date: 2024-12-15T07:31:53Z

Job Description:
Salary : $38,564.76 - $46,745.16 AnnuallyLocation : Public Works - 402 N. Bois d' Arc Forney, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202100162Department: Public WorksDivision: SewerOpening Date: 11/13/2024DescriptionAs one of the largest departments, Public Works operates seamlessly as a united force, ensuring essential city infrastructure's smooth functioning and maintenance. From paving streets to managing water supply, maintaining facilities, overseeing the fleet, and beautifying green spaces, our diverse divisions collaborate cohesively toward a common goal - the betterment of our community. With a commitment to excellence, the Public Works Department takes pride in delivering high-quality services, meeting the evolving needs of our dynamic city, and fostering a vibrant and thriving Forney.Examples of Duties Under supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled assignments in the construction, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of City Public Sanitary Sewer System (PSSS), pumping facilities, sanitary sewer pipelines, tanks, and associated appurtenances.The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
  • Performs all duties associated with wastewater collection, including installing, connecting, relocating, adjusting, testing, maintaining, televising, repairing, and replacing wastewater mains, pumps, and other equipment; cutting and fitting pipes; complies with department policies and procedures.
  • Safely operates equipment and tools used at work site; places traffic control flags, signs, and cones to direct traffic around work sites, and operates and maintains hand and power tools.
  • Performs routine maintenance and repair on pump stations, manholes, cleanouts, pumps, motors, vehicles, equipment, and tools; ensures quality control and restoration.
  • Responds tactfully to questions and comments from the public and delegates to appropriate staff.
  • On-call for emergency situations
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: No direct supervision exercised. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Possess a valid driver's license
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience in general construction, road maintenance, stormwater collection systems, or related fields is preferred.
Special Requirements:
  • Ability to obtain a Class A CDL within one (1) year of hire.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
  • Operate a motor vehicle safely
  • Work extended or on-call hours
  • Ability to stand, walk long distances, kneel, crouch, stoop, and squat.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Exposure to cold, heat, and outdoor hazards.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSMedical InsuranceThe city is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans through United Healthcare:
  • $6,000 Deductible HSA Plan (up to a $3,000 HRA reimbursement + HSA City Contributions)
  • $2,500 Deductible EPO Plan
Employee health coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.Dental InsuranceThe city offers a dental plan through United Healthcare Dental:
  • UHC DPPO
Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.Life InsuranceBasic group life insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. Voluntary products are also available to full-time employees and include supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, cancer insurance, and critical care.Other City Paid Plans
  • Teladoc -All full-time employees have access to TELADOC
  • Short Term Disability - Provided to all full-time employees at no cost through NY Life.
  • Long Term Disability - Provided to all full-time employees at no cost through NY Life.
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System. TMRS is a qualified tax deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the city provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.Additional Group BenefitsOther benefits are:
  • Deferred Compensation plan
  • Direct deposit
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
  • Personal leave
  • Sick leave
  • Social Security
  • Health Savings Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
01 Please list your driver's license number. (If you do not have a drivers license please enter NA) 02 Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.
  • Less than High School completion
  • High School or GED equivalency
  • Technical or Community College attendance
  • Technical School completion
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Ph.D.
  • Juris Doctorate
03 How many years of experience do you have in streets, or general construction, or road maintenance and/or related field?
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • At least 1 year but less than 2 years
  • At least 2 years but less than 3 years
  • At least 3 years but less than 5 years
  • 5 or more years
04 I understand that I have or must obtain a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License within one (1) year of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
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