Utility Maintenance Worker - Drainage

The City of Pearland offers life-work balance.

We offer safety, security and stability.

We offer the opportunity to work locally.

Finally we offer a comprehensive compensation package.

We are looking for individuals who have pride in craftsmanship and their community.

Is this you?

The successful applicant will perform activities engaged in maintenance of sewers and water lines and in repair of damaged or broken water and sewer lines; locate lines; inspect, replace, and/or repair meters.

Some of the functions of this position are performing sewer repair by cutting out bad pieces, replacing ferncos, and working carefully around utilities such as electrical power, gas, phone, and underground cable.

Participate in connecting sewer lines to mains using full circle clamps, shut off valves; working carefully around utilities.

Use sewer tee or saddle to make sewer tap; install cleanouts for access into line.

Carry out installation and repair of water taps by placing the tapping saddle and machine to cut out the hole on the main run tubing and install the water meter/box.

Perform work in cleaning sewer lines and manholes, repairing broken sewer lines, and replacing worn and damaged parts; use sewer tape to unclog debris in line, use vactor to run sewer mains to break up grease inline.

Operate and repair equipment such as jackhammers, pumps, air compressors, and other equipment used in repair and maintenance of sewers; change oil and filters on motorized equipment, wash and spray down tools, replace any worn out tools.

Repair manholes by repairing the ring/cover that is damaged; seal around pipes entering manhole to prevent inflow infiltration, place plugs in sewer lines.

Assist other crews in the department with water/sewer repairs, line construction, Street Department, and others in order to complete large projects or due to a lack of personnel.

Serve as "essential personnel" and remain available for immediate call-in due to any natural or man made disaster, or any other event the Director of Public Works, Assistant City Manager, or the City Manager deem necessary.

To qualify for this position you must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); at least one (1) year experience and/or training in construction or plumbing, with general knowledge of operating hand and motorized equipment, and a valid, Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Full Time