Public Works Maintenance Worker II or III - Utility Operations

At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym, SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence).

The successful candidate may be offered a position in either the Public Works Maintenance Worker I, Public Works Maintenance Worker II or Public Works Maintenance Worker III classification. The range for the Public Works Maintenance Worker I, $18.81 - $22.57 per hour; for the Public Works Maintenance Worker II, $19.75 - $23.70, for the Public Works Maintenance Worker III, $20.74 - $24.89.

The City of Plano’s Public Works Department is looking for hardworking and reliable Public Works Maintenance Workers to join our Utility Operations team. These positions play a critical role in maintaining and repairing the City’s water distribution and wastewater collection systems that serve our businesses and nearly 300,000 residents. Working under the direction of crew leaders and supervisors, Maintenance Workers assist with preparing job sites, operating tools and equipment, and performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks to keep essential water and sewer systems operating effectively.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and an eagerness to learn field operations, including water main repairs, sewer line maintenance, and water meter work. This position offers the opportunity to develop technical skills, gain valuable hands-on experience, and build a rewarding career in public service. We’re hiring multiple Maintenance Workers across several divisions—please review the screening questions below to find the group that best matches your skills and interests.

Public Works Vision and Core Values: Team members have a sense of ownership and pride in their jobs as members of our Public Works department. They are well-trained, competent, able to accomplish all aspects of their job – and prepared to move into the next role. Our Public Works Core Values are Respect, Teamwork, Trust, Safety, and Communication.

Enjoy flexibility with your schedule! Choose between a four-day, 10-hour workweek (6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) or a traditional five-day, 8-hour schedule (6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.).

As a valued Team Plano member, you will receive numerous benefits:

• $175 annual boot allowance and $175 annual jean allowance after successful completion of six (6) month probation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), in which the City matches contributions 2:1 upon retirement
• Enrollment in the Retirement Security Plan (RSP) which is fully funded by the City
• Up to three weeks of paid vacation
• Up to three weeks of paid sick leave per year
• Nine paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Free Library Card
• Free recreation center membership

And so much more! Learn about our benefits here.

Every person matters. Every job has purpose. Together we make a difference. Join Team Plano!

Public Works Maintenance Worker I (Please find the job description for the Public Works Maintenance Worker II and Public Works Maintenance Worker III below.)

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the entry-level classification in the Public Works Maintenance Worker series. The incumbent follows routine procedures and guidelines in the application of prescribed duties and works under close supervision. This classification is distinguished from the Public Works Maintenance Worker II and III in that the latter performs more complex technical duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of this position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Assists preparing work areas; and securing job sites by setting up traffic control devices such as cones, barricades and advance warning signs.
• Prepares tools, materials, and equipment necessary for daily tasks; cleans, inspects, and maintains tools, equipment, and trucks.
• Complies with all written city policies and procedures
• Understands how to use basic personal protective equipment
• Drives to and from work locations as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.

Typical Decisions: The incumbent is responsible for inspecting assigned equipment, identifying potential safety hazards and the use of safe work methods and safety equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of: Safety practices and procedures; proper and efficient use of hand and power tools; methods of tool and equipment maintenance; traffic control and barricade placement.

Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating light equipment; performing routine construction and repair work; completing basic mathematical calculations and measurements.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: One (1) year of previous maintenance or construction experience preferred.

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.

Licenses and Certifications: Must have a valid Class “C” Driver’s License.

Public Works Maintenance Worker II (The job description for the Public Works Maintenance Worker III is below.)

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the mid-level classification in the Public Works Maintenance Worker series. The incumbent follows routine procedures and guidelines in the application of prescribed duties and works under close supervision. This classification is distinguished from the Public Works Maintenance Worker III in that the latter performs more complex technical duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of this position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

General Job Functions:

• Assists preparing work areas; and securing job sites by setting up traffic control devices such as cones, barricades, and advance warning signs.
• Prepares tools, materials, and equipment necessary for daily tasks; cleans, inspects, and maintains tools, equipment, and trucks.
• Complies with all written city policies and procedures.
• Understands how to use basic personal protective equipment.
• Drives to and from work locations as assigned.
• Inspects job sites and complies with safety procedures.
• Trained and able to work in confined spaces.
• Follows the guidance of a crew leader to setup proper trench shoring.
• Uses tools and handles materials associated with the installation of new water mains, sewer mains, service connections and manholes.
• Assists with water taps.
• Locates and repairs sewer mains and manholes.
• Operates dead end blow off valves for flushing to maintain water quality.
• Able to assist with locating of water main and service line leaks.
• Serves on call.
• Responds to citizen concerns and complaints

Responds to citizen concerns and complaints.

Marginal Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions: The incumbent is responsible for inspecting assigned equipment, identifying potential safety hazards and the use of safe work methods and safety equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of: Safety practices and procedures; proper and efficient use of hand and power tools; methods of tool and equipment maintenance; traffic control and barricade placement.

Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating light equipment; performing routine construction and repair work; completing basic mathematical calculations and measurements.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience:One (1) year of previous maintenance or construction experience preferred.

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.

Licenses and Certifications: Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Public Works Maintenance Worker III

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced classification in the Public Works Maintenance Worker series. The incumbent plans detailed methods to attain desired objectives working within established policies. Methods require use of initiatives and resourcefulness in developing processes and procedures. Works under indirect supervision, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of this position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Assists preparing work areas; and securing job sites by setting up traffic control devices such as cones, barricades and advance warning signs.
• Prepares tools, materials, and equipment necessary for daily tasks; cleans, inspects and maintains tools, equipment, and trucks.
• Complies with all written city policies and procedures
• Understands how to use basic personal protective equipment
• Drives to and from work locations as assigned
• All functions assigned to Public Works Maintenance Worker II Position
• Proficient in the use of iPad and the department’s cloud-based asset management system
• Able to clear sewer stoppages with limited supervision
• Able to determine city infrastructure vs private infrastructure
• Proficient in the installation of proper trench shoring with limited supervision
• Trains other Maintenance Workers on all aspects of field work and safety
• Basic understanding of the operation of all maintenance equipment within division
  • Utility Compliance: jet trucks, vac trucks, CCTV equipment
  • Utility Operations: breakers, backhoes, excavators, tractor loaders and front end loaders

Marginal Duties:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Decisions: The incumbent is responsible for inspecting assigned equipment, identifying potential safety hazards and the use of safe work methods and safety equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of: Safety practices and procedures; proper and efficient use of hand and power tools; methods of tool and equipment maintenance; traffic control and barricade placement.

Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating light equipment; performing routine construction and repair work; completing basic mathematical calculations and measurements.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: Three years of previous maintenance or construction experience preferred. Two (2) years of previous maintenance or construction experience required.

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.

Licenses and Certifications: Must have a valid Class “B” Commercial driver’s license.

Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in and around City buildings, streets, and facilities, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, and to operate varied hand tools, power tools, and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing maintenance and repairs. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Employees work in and around buildings and facilities and are exposed to loud noise levels, dust, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Public Works employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to pull stand-by duty and/or work extended hours, holidays and weekends assisting with workloads of assigned division or assisting other departments.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/V/D

Open positions are subject to close without notice.