Salary: $14.55 Hourly
Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: B254220-5
Department: Utilities
Division: Wastewater Collection
Opening Date: 02/12/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description
General Summary
Maintains wastewater collection system in a good working condition including pipe repairs and manhole rehabilitation.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enters confined spaces with respiratory equipment to make repairs.
• Checks and assesses conditions of manholes.
• Checks safety conditions within the work place.
• Helps with traffic control when required.
• Takes part in a crew that repairs manholes with concrete and epoxy.
• Assists in the installation of pipe patches.
• Helps with smoke testing of sewer lines.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of City streets.
• Knowledge of safety procedures.
• Knowledge of plumbing and mechanical equipment repair.
• Ability to use gasoline and electrical powered hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical equipment maintenance manuals.
• Ability to use basic computer skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established polices and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk..
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Seldom

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Warehouse environment

Sometimes

• Confined space

Frequently

• Vehicles

Often

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds

Sometimes

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Frequently

• Fumes or airborne particles

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience
At least one (1) year of general work experience. Experience in construction, plumbing or mechanical maintenance/repair is preferred.
Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health*
• Dental plan*
• Life insurance*

*30 day waiting period

For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits
01

Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?

• I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
• I am a part-time City of Laredo
• I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee

02

I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.

• I have read and understood the above information.
• I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation.

Required Question