Duties include operating various types of equipment and heavy machinery; maintaining and repairing water and / or wastewater systems; answering questions and providing information to the public; preparing a variety of reports; providing assistance in maintaining stock of supplies and materials; supervising one or more maintenance workers in the absence of the crew leader; and performing maintenance support duties necessary to the continued efficient operation of the department. This position may be utilized as part of the in-house pipe laying crew replacing aged water and wastewater systems. A high school diploma or GED and two years water and wastewater maintenance or related experience required. A Class A CDL Texas driver’s license and a current state-mandated TCEQ Class C Water and Collection II Wastewater licenses also required. Must have the ability to operate a backhoe and other heavy equipment and have knowledge of water boring equipment, pneumatic missiles and other tools / equipment used in the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater mains. Day, evening or night shift may be available. Will work in the stand-by repair crew rotation as required. Applicants must submit hours of availability with application.
PAY GRADE GG15 / FULL PAY RANGE $23.10 - $32.56 PER HOUR
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As a leader in water quality management, Irving Water Utilities strives to implement water quality protection standards and practices for its facilities and projects, and to maintain and implement state and federal water quality standards to a growing population of over 200,000. Water Utilities implements innovative and effective actions designed to provide excellent water quality and achieve high environmental leadership goals. Irving’s role as a water quality leader is to ensure the highest level of environmental protection for the Irving community. Our staff participates in activities and events and serves on committees to facilitate the protection, improvement and good stewardship of watersheds in North Central Texas.