Employment City of Kennedale Public Works Utility Operator

The City

of Kennedale is advertising for the position of Public Works Utility Operator. This is a full time position with benefits and a starting pay rate of $15 hourly. Closing date on this position is October 9, 2015. {{more}}City

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DUTIES

• This role performs a wide variety of tasks necessary for the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater system infrastructure, including a variety of manual labor activities such as construction, installation, repair of meter leaks, water main breaks, valves, taps, manholes, cleanouts, fire hydrants and other related maintenance issues.

• This role will use a variety of heavy equipment such as: backhoe, dump trucks, flat beds, front end loaders, vacuum excavators, air compressors, and jack hammers while performing manual and semi-skilled tasks. Will also assist with parks and street functions as needed or required. Must be able to work on-call rotation; must be available for call back as needed for emergency situations.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six (6) months experience in construction trades, including work with utility systems and a variety of equipment
• Valid Class B CDL Texas driver?s license
• Class C Groundwater Certification from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (preferred); the City of Kennedale will consider training the right candidate who is eligible to obtain a Class D Certification within one (1) year of employment
• Crossed-trained to assist in the street department
• Ability to work outdoors and endure temperature extremes
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, push, pull, squat, kneel, reach, and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to operate equipment necessary for role duties listed above
• A post-offer drug screen and background check are required

PAY

• Starts at $15.00 hour, depending on qualifications, including certifications. The City of Kennedale is a member of TMRS, offering a 7% 2-to-1 match. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance are provided to employees at no cost. The city also provides vacation and sick time, access to a 457 deferred compensation plan, flexible spending plan, longevity pay after one year of employment, and twelve (12) paid holidays.

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