Do you want to be part of a successful organization that is driven by excellent customer service and employees who consistently seek a teamwork approach of motivation and dedication?  Do you take pride in yourself for a job well done?  Join Team Hurst.  The City of Hurst is seeking a Water Utilities Distribution Maintenance Worker.   

The position is full-time and starts at a base rate of $14.13 per hour with an additional amount for an applicant already licensed or certified.  A Water Utilities Distribution Maintenance Worker inspects, maintains and repairs all facets of the water distribution infrastructure, and assists in the maintenance of the water production/wastewater collection systems.  

The regular working schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The City provides 24/7 support to its water customers which requires all Maintenance Workers to be on standby rotations to include nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

The City provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families.  These benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, long term care and disability coverage, as well as other optional programs.  The City participates in Social Security and the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).  Employees enjoy personalized support for well living through the City’s Healthy Hurst initiative.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs maintenance and repairs on water system infrastructure, i.e., water mains, water main controlling valves, fire hydrants, water services and water meters.

• Moves generator or compressor from flatbed truck to ground (load = 100 lbs.) and moves manhole cover to gain access to manhole (load = 118 lbs.)

• Turns T wrench on check valve in a push/pull fashion and push/pull sewer hose to disperse from truck (push/pull force = 65 lbs., distance = 250 ft.).

• Performs minor maintenance on all assigned operating equipment and tooling.

• Performs landscaping work following repairs to the water utilities system.  

• Arrives at work on time and works assigned schedule.  

• Performs daily checks on assigned vehicles to ensure proper and safe operation.  

• Performs inventory and accountability on all crew assigned tools, parts and equipment.  

• Performs standby duty for emergency repairs on weekends, holidays, and nights, as scheduled.  

• Performs duties related to Wastewater Collection and Water Production, as assigned.

• Performs duties at “Extreme Heights” related to Elevated Storage Tank Facilities.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.  

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.  Valid State of Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record required.  A Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A with a Tanker Endorsement must be obtained within the first 6 months of employment.  Previous water system experience preferred.

Applications accepted until the position is filled.

City of Hurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer.