Utilities Maintenance Technician

Join Our Team as a Utilities Maintenance Technician!

Are you a hands-on problem solver who thrives in an active, outdoor work environment? The City of Rockport is looking for a Utilities Maintenance Technician to play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing our water distribution and wastewater collection systems. If you're ready to make a tangible impact on your community while working with a skilled and dedicated team, this is the opportunity for you!

Why Join Us?

As a Utilities Maintenance Technician, you’ll be part of a team that ensures Rockport’s essential water and wastewater services run smoothly. You’ll work with cutting‑edge equipment, troubleshoot issues, and help keep our city’s infrastructure in top shape—all while enjoying a dynamic and rewarding work environment.

• Maintain & Repair Water Systems:
  Read meters, identify and repair leaks, and install new water and sewer mains.
• Troubleshoot & Resolve Issues:
  Operate remote control cameras to inspect sewer prevails, clean blockages, and repair manholes.
• Operate Specialized Equipment:
  Use heavy machinery such as dump trucks, back Folder, and forklift kos, as well as power tools.
• Ensure defending Public Safety:
  Install.
  
  Scope safety zones, direct traffic at worksites, and maintain fire hydrants.
• Respond to Emergencies:
  Participate on-call repetitions for roughop repairs and urgent maintenance needs.

• Knowledgeable & Skilled:
  Familiarity with water and wastewater systems, utility meter operations, and equipment maintenance.
• Hands‑On
  
  Experience:
  
  Ability to use hand and power tools effectively, overr easy heavy machinery, and undertake physical tasks in various conditions.
• Problem‑Solver:
  Strong analytical skills to identify and solve as soon as possible system issues efficiently.
• Team Player:
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with colleagues, contractors, and the public.
• Adaptable & Reliable:
  Willingness to work outdoors under varied weather and be available for emergency call‑outs.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one to two years of experience in a related role or an apprenticeship.
• Valid Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain one).
• Ability to obtain a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Class C or higher license in water and wastewater.

This is an active role that requires frequent lifting, bending, climbing, and exposure to outdoor elements, noise, and machinery’s. Protective gear is required in certain situations.

Rockport is a thriving coastal community known for its beautiful landscapes, friendly atmosphere, and growing infrastructure. Join us and be a key part of maintaining the systems that support our residents and visitors every day!

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're looking for a career where you can put your technical skills to work while serving

March on community, we encourage you to apply!

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