Maintenance Worker - Utilities

Maintenance Worker - Utilities

Salary

$37,164.01 - $54,258.33 Annually

Location

DeSoto, TX

Job Type

Regular Fulltime

Job Number

01188

Department

Public Utilities

Division

Water/Wastewater

Opening Date

06/04/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
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Description

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

Our Core Values

We LOVE DeSoto

• L- We lift up our community
• O- We take ownership of our collective performance
• V- We value and respect all employees
• E- We empower employees to grow

The purpose of this position is to repair and maintain water and wastewater systems. This is accomplished by preparing sites for work; maintaining and repairing water and sewer lines and mains; completing work orders, repairing lines and equipment, answering questions from customers; and informing the public regarding closures. Other duties include maintaining vehicles and tools; inspecting sites; and assisting with water cutoffs and reconnects.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares sites for work by placing hydraulic shoring jacks at excavation sites; excavating and back filling areas; and digging holes to expose water and sewer lines for repairs.
• Restores appearance of construction or excavation sites by removing excess dirt from site; and replacing grass, sod, trees, or shrubs.
• Ensures continuous operation of water and sewer pipes by fitting pipe; repairing sewer laterals and mains; repairing manhole covers; connecting water and sewer lines to citizen property lines; and pumping water out of excavation sites.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Class D Water License is required within one (1) year of employment.
• Position is subject to callback.

Supplemental Information

• Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines
• Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials
• Ability to alphabetize and numerically sequence materials

Employee Benefit Information

Health Insurance- BCBS

Dental Insurance- BCBS

Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight

Flexible Spending - Payflex

Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions.

Life Insurance- Dearborn National

The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000.

Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National

This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents.

Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks

Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems.

Education Pay

Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees.

Social Security

Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds.

Texas Municipal Retirement System

Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1.

Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age.

Vacation

Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year).

All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Sick Leave

Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Holidays

Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day.

Longevity Pay

Earned at a rate of $4 per month.

This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200).

Worker's Compensation

Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees.

Fire/Police

Eligible for Education/Certification pay.

Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower

Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.

01

Do you have a valid driver's license with a good driving record?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid Class D Water License?

• Yes
• No

03

If you do not have a valid Class D Water License, are you able to obtain it within one (1) year of employment?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you understand this position is submit to callback?

• Yes
• No

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