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).
Job Details

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.

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,…