City of Houston · 1 day ago
Equipment Technician
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expCity of Houston is seeking an Equipment Technician for their Houston Water/Wastewater Operations. The role involves operating various types of heavy equipment and power tools to perform skilled tasks, maintain equipment, and ensure safety procedures are followed at work sites.
HospitalityNon Profit
Responsibilities
Safely and efficiently operates light, medium, or heavy equipment and power tools to perform a series of skilled/manual activities and tasks and/or to transport materials, personnel, and supplies to complete work assignments
Operates heavy equipment such as (Trucks, Front End Loader, Boom Truck, Truck mounted Boom Crane Lowboy, Mini-Excavator, Excavator Backhoe, Flatbed, Vac•Con and Bucket Truck) to transport equipment and/or materials to and from work sites
Operates power tools, uses hand tools and performs a variety of skilled/manual tasks and activities, i.e. painting, infrastructure repairs, mowing, may assist with the cleaning and repair of sewer mains
Maintains, cleans, and services equipment, vehicles, tools, and facilities
Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment
Observe and follow safety procedures and precautions at the worksite
May investigate and respond to complaints
Prepares and maintains reports, forms, and records of assignments, service calls and/or maintenance and repairs of equipment and tools utilizing a work order system
May act as a lead on a crew and coordinate and monitor work assignments and personnel
Other duties as assigned, such as working at WWO Plants and/or lift stations
Qualification
Required
Requires a high school diploma, GED, or the ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow oral and/or basic written instructions at a level necessary for successful job performance supplemented by specialized courses or training in the operation of the construction equipment
Six months of experience performing manual and field work with power tools or equipment are required
Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving
May be required to have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) based on the type of equipment the position is assigned to operate
Preferred
Preference will be given to applicants with wastewater equipment maintenance, forklift, backhoe, & crane truck experience
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6
Company
City of Houston
The city also employs over 22,000 full-time staff to keep the city running.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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