Water Department Serviceman

City Of Dalhart

SUMMARY:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Works as part of a crew to assist in the maintenance, repair, and construction of Water and Sewer infrastructure. Assists in maintaining, inspecting, and reducing infiltration and inflow into the sanitary sewer collection system. Duties include but are not limited to; installation and repair of water and sewer mainlines and services, locating of water and sewer lines for the miss utility system, leak detection, Manhole repairs fire hydrant maintenance and repair, Meter reading.

   

• Adheres to established safety procedures: monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

   

• Performs manual and semi-skilled work functions associated with the installation, maintenance, and/or repair of water and sewer lines and various components of the distribution and collection system (e.g. meters, taps, fittings, manholes, collars and valve markers, backflow preventers, hydrants, etc.); assist with cleaning catch basins & drainage ditches, clearing debris from grates, and unclogging pipes; assists with laying pipe; patches asphalt and concrete; grades land and repairs landscaping.

   

• Operates a variety of commercial grade power equipment, machinery and hand tools used in department projects and activities, which may include pick-up truck, mower, weed eater, edger, jack hammer, chain saw, saw, axe, shovel, and various tools. May occasionally operate larger dump trucks, tractors, and other equipment.

   

• Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop and work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires a high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training. Also, it requires a valid TX driver’s license.  Valid driver's license with good driving record

Call 806-244-7693 with questions.  Submit applications and resumes to Dalhart City Hall at 205 Rock Island Ave.  Resumes may be submitted by email to dennisr@dalharttx.gov