Salary : $44,116.80 AnnuallyLocation : Watauga, Tx 76148Job Type: Full TimeJob Number: PW 13-105 1024Department: Public WorksOpening Date: 10/23/2024Closing Date: ContinuousSummary of Position Performs construction and maintenance work under the general supervision of the Utilities Supervisor. Work involves the operation of backhoes, rubber tire loader, track loader, and other specialized heavy equipment for the repair of water and sewer mains as well as water and sewer services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Repair and replace fire hydrants, valves, service connections, and meters.
- Operates Jet/vac machine for sewer line flushing and sewer blockage.
- Operates sewer camera equipment.
- Keeps daily records of work performed.
- Reports any abnormalities in the system to his supervisor for repairs.
- Ensures adherence to safety procedures.
- Performs traffic control set up at the job site to ensure a safe working environment, places and gathers cones, flags, set out traffic signs, etc.
- Insures safety procedures and proper use of safety equipment at all times.
- Responds to emergency calls from citizens during and after normal operating weekends and holidays.
- Loads and unloads construction materials at the Public Works Facility as well as in the field.
- Clears and Maintains equipment used in daily activities.
- Skillfully operates and performs maintenance on variety of equipment and power tools.
- Punctuality and regular attendance are essential functions of this position.
- May perform other assignments and handle special projects as required.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Scope of Supervision Works under general supervision of Utility Supervisor with minimal supervision. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or G.E.D. Two (2) years in maintenance and/or construction including one (1) year of heavy equipment operations experience. Must have Texas Driver's License. Required certifications include: Class A CDL Driver License required within six (6) months of employment. C-Water Distribution License, Class II Waste Water License preferred, must obtain within three years in position. To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Watauga Drug Policy. Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.Work EnvironmentContinuous outdoor and indoor activity, frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor hazards, toxic waste/material hazards, occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying up to 100 pounds, lifting up to 100 pounds. Outside construction and machinery activities performed under normal field operations. Exposed to seasonal temperatures while operating and maintaining heavy construction equipment. Possibility of exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, materials and inclement weather while in the field. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of the provisions in the Texas Motor Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motorized equipment on public streets and highways.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws relating to water and waste water distribution and collection.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, planning and prioritizing.
- Ability to operate and maintain of a variety of light and heavy equipment.
- Ability to use two-way radios.
- Ability to produce finished quality construction with minimum rework.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSFull TimeThe City of Watauga offers a variety of employment benefits to all regular full time employees. SALARY AND RETIREMENTSALARYSalary ranges are designed to be competitive with area industries and municipalities.SOCIAL SECURITYThe City of Watauga is a non-participating agency.TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEMRegular full-time employee's tax-deferred contribution into the pension fund is 7% of gross wages. The City matches this contribution on a 2 to 1 ratio. Vested after 5 years. Employees are eligible to retire with 20 years of service. MEDICARE Employees are required to contribute 1.45% of their pay for Medicare insurance.LONGEVITY PAYFull-time employees who have been employed for one (1) year are eligible to receive longevity pay. Eligible employees will receive twelve dollars ($12) for each month they have been employed, and this is distributed as a lump sum in the month of December. TUITION REIMBURSEMENTThe city will reimburse eligible employees for a portion of the cost of tuition. Conditions and restrictions do apply.LEAVEHOLIDAYSThirteen (13) holidays including New Year's Day, President's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, 2 Personal Days and Birthday Holiday.VACATIONEmployees begin accruing vacation leave when hired but are unable to use it until after successfully completing their 6 month probationary period. Full-time Employee's vacation leave accrual rates are based on length of service. Vacation leave during the 1st and 2nd year is 80 hours annually. Vacation leave during the 3rd and 4th year is 120 hours annually. Vacation leave after the completion of five to 10 years of service is 128 hours annually. Vacation leave after the completion of ten years of service is 168 hours annually. SICK LEAVESick leave is accrued at 10 hours per month for a total of 120 hours per year for regular Full time employeesHEALTHCAREMEDICAL INSURANCEAll regular full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance. Family coverage is available by payroll deductions at reduced group rates. Retirees are also eligible for coverage.HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNTThe City of Watauga offers Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) to employees who have elected a High Deductible Health Plan. Employees can deposit money to their HSA through payroll deductions on an income tax free basis. Employees own their HSA and the money can roll over every year if not used. The account is theirs and they will keep it even if they leave the City. Employees will be issued a debit MasterCard, which can be used to pay for medical expenses, prescriptions and other qualifying itemsINCOME PROTECTIONLIFE INSURANCEThe City presently has a group life insurance program under which regular full-time City employees are eligible for a minimum of $20,000 or 1X the annual salary to a maximum of $100,000 at no cost to them. Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance is also provided at no cost to regular full-time employees for the same coverage.VOLUNTARY LIFE INSURANCEVoluntary Term Life Insurance is available in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $300,000. Coverage is available for spouses under age 70 in increments of $5,000 to $150,000 not to exceed 50% of your amount. Children of covered employees can have $10,000. This coverage is guaranteed at the initial offering up to $150,000 for employees under age 60, $30,000 for spouses under age 60 and $10,000 for children. If you apply at a later date or for amounts over the Guaranteed Issue you need to complete a medical questionnaire and could be declined for coverage. Cost will depend on the employee's and spouse's age and coverage amount. You also have the option to add AD&D coverage to your Life Insurance. AD&D coverage to employee and spouse voluntary life insurance. The amount must match the amount of supplemental life insurance. (Cost $0.03 per thousand)LONG TERM DISABILITYAll regular full-time employees have long term disability coverage, which is provided at the City's expense. The long-term disability plan provides financial protection for regular full-time employees by paying a portion of the employee's income (up to 50% of monthly earnings to a maximum benefit of $5,000 per month).MILITARY LEAVERegular employees are allowed (15) days per year.WORKERS COMPENSATIONEmployees may receive up to three months of salary continuation due to an on-the-job injuryVOLUNTARY SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS Group rates are offered for supplemental insurance plans including Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Medical Transportation, Permanent Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Legal and Identity Theft, and Short Term Disability coverage. These are voluntary plans paid for by the employee. OTHER BENEFITSEMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a benefit available for employees and their dependents to be used for confidential counseling.SERVICE AWARDSEmployees receive service awards for every five years of service.DIRECT DEPOSITThe City of Watauga is a direct deposit City. The City offers the ability to deposit employees' paychecks into 6 different accounts, if desired.WATAUGA RECREATION CENTEREmployee membership is free.
