Desoto Group Inc

Overview

The Maintenance Worker-Utilities position focuses on repairing and maintaining water and wastewater systems, ensuring community safety and service continuity. The role emphasizes the importance of community values and employee empowerment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sites for work by placing hydraulic shoring jacks, excavating, and backfilling areas.
• Remove and restore residential landscaping during water/wastewater repairs.
• Make repairs to water/wastewater systems by determining necessary materials and resources.
• Ensure site and traffic safety by placing and removing traffic cones and barricades.
• Maintain vehicles by checking fluids and stocking with necessary equipment.
• Locate water and sewer mains and valves for contractors and daily work.
• Work on-call to complete necessary duties.
• Ensure continuous operation of water and sewer pipes by performing various repairs.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Class D Water License required within one year of employment.
• Knowledge of city policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of methods and materials used in water and sewer line maintenance.
• Knowledge of standard safety processes and work gear.
• Knowledge of water distribution systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Pay
• 401k

Additional Information

• Position is subject to callback.
• Employees participate in Texas Municipal Retirement System.