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City of Italy
Public Works Maintenance worker/Crew Lead (Title and Pay dependent on licence level & experience)
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What they do
A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
$36,176 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
About the Role The City of Italy Public Works Department is seeking a dependable, hardworking individual to join our team as either a Maintenance worker or a Crew Lead. Public works handles Water/Sewer, Parks, and Streets. Key Responsibilities
Water & Wastewater:
Perform daily maintenance and operational tasks across the water distribution, groundwater ,sewer collection, and waste water treatment system.Parks and Streets:
Maintain city park and properties, mowing brush clearing, street repairs, sign replacements and basic storm drainage maintenance.Field Operations:
Operates equipment (backhoe, mini-excavator, mowers, dump truck, jetter, trailers and hand tools)and responds to utility line repairs, emergency call-outs as needed and on call rotation.- Crew Leadership (Crew Lead Only) : Lead daily field tasks, guide team members, track project progress, and ensure safety standards on job site.
Qualifications:
Qualifications & Licensing Requirements For Crew Lead Position:
- Must hold at least a valid TCEQ license at the time of hire (e.g., Class C water dist. Ground water, wastewater collections or treatment)
- Must have or be able to obtain a Class C Groundwater and Class C wastewater treatment within 2 years of employment.
- Minimum 3+years of hands-on municipal utility or construction experience preferred.
For Maintenance Worker Position:
- High school diploma or GED
- Prior experience in pubic works, utilities, equipment operation, or construction is a plus
- Must be able to obtain a class C Groundwater and Class C wastewater treatment within 2 years of employment (training and coursework support provided).
General Requirements:
- Valid Texas Driver's License
- Ability to pass a background check
- Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation for weekends, holidays, and after-hours emergencies.
- Physical ability to work outdoors in all Texas weather conditions and perform manual labor. Why Work For the City Of Italy?
- Comprehensive benefit package: TMRS Retirement Plan (2:1 match), employer-paid health coverage options, paid vacation, sick leave and holiday pay.
Schedule:
Regular operating hours, Monday thru Thursday 7:30am- 5:30pm (4/10s)