Maintenance & Operations Assistant - Utilities

<p>This position is part of a job classification in a Maintenance & Operations progression series. Performs maintenance, repairs, and general equipment operations in the maintenance and construction of municipality utilities. </p><p><br></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;" data-pasted="true"><strong><u><span style="color:inherit;">Benefits Overview</span></u></strong></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">3 weeks of vacation per year after the first year (2 weeks of vacation during the first year)</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Medical insurance is provided at no cost to the employee</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Dental and vision insurance is offered</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Pet insurance is offered for your four-legged friend</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Supplemental insurance is offered</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">$25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">13 days city observed paid holiday leave</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">16 hours of paid personal days each year</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Tuition reimbursement available for up to $2,000 per fiscal year</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Retirement plan includes a 7% contribution of an employee's gross salary to the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a city contribution match of 2 to 1</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Longevity pay in the amount of $7.50 per month, per year of service paid annually each December</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><span style="color:inherit;">Employee Fitness Center</span></li></ul><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><br></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><strong><u><span style="color:inherit;">Our City Mission:</span></u></strong><span style="color:inherit;"> To provide exceptional services that create and sustain a safe, livable, and vibrant community. </span></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><br></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><strong><u><span style="color:inherit;">Our City Vision:</span></u></strong><span style="color:inherit;"> Building a better tomorrow together by cultivating a City that is financially strong, with a thriving economy, quality infrastructure, and dynamic culture. </span></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><br></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;"><strong><u><span style="color:inherit;">Our Core Values: </span></u></strong><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Rtown THRIVES </span></strong></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">T</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">eamwork: We believe in the power of collaboration and unity among our citizens, leaders, and our own staff to achieve common goals and enhance the well-being of our community.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">H</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">ometown: We cherish and preserve the unique character and history of our town, creating a sense of belonging for all who call it home.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">R</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">espect: We promote a culture of mutual respect, recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of every individual in our diverse community.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">I</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">ntegrity: We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our actions and decisions.</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">V</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">ision: We embrace innovation and forward-thinking ideas to shape a sustainable and prosperous future for Rosenberg while preserving our historic past</span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">E</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">mployees: We strive to maintain a healthy work culture that places an emphasis on physical and mental well-being so our employees can perform to their full potential. </span></li><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">S</span></strong><span style="color:inherit;">ervice: We are committed to delivering superior services and continuously improving to meet the needs of our community.</span></li></ul><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><br></p><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;"><br></p><p><br> </p><br><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Responsible for reading meters and recording measurements<ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; list-style-type: circle"><li>Installs water and sewer taps, using hand and power tapping and boring equipment.</li><li>Collects water samples</li><li>Flushes fire hydrants and water lines according to maintenance schedule</li><li>Operates camera equipment performing scheduled preventative maintenance and determines extent of damage</li></ul></li><li>Operates equipment used in the construction, maintenance, or repair of the City's utility lines<ul><li>Operates motorized vehicles</li><li>Assists with maintenance and operations of water meters, valves, manholes</li><li>Locating and repairing broken water and sewer lines</li><li>Performs water meter maintenance and repair</li><li>Inspects and performs routine maintenance and repair on all equipment assigned</li><li>Performs inspections of grounds, facilities, park areas, vehicles</li><li>Documents work orders and records work activities</li><li>Maintains site or equipment by providing basic repairs and cleaning</li></ul></li><li>Identifies, responds to, and resolves issues of customers involving policies, procedures or safety issues<ul style="list-style-type: circle"><li>Investigates utility service complaints and researches issues</li><li>Investigates and troubleshoots meter issues for tampering or other technical problems</li><li>Communicates with the residents to assure that work orders are complete</li>&lt