Heavy Equipment Operator I Waste / Water

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Salary : $45,198.40 Annually
Location : 1999 N. Jefferson Lancaster, TX 75134, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 5403-2026
Department: Public Works
Division: Water and Waste Water
Opening Date: 01/05/2026

Summary

This heavy labor position is responsible for performing the following waste water duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Performs installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of the water distribution and water collection systems.
  • Responsible for the repair of water/waste water problems as they arise ? Supervises the crew of 1-3 staff members in the absence of the crew leader.
  • Operates equipment on water main breaks/water lines and oversees the repair of manhole rings and lids.
  • Oversees smoke testing and water line testing followed with applicable repairs.
  • Lays new water/sewer mains.
  • Distributes public correspondence notices and smoke test notices door to door to City of Lancaster citizens.
  • Available for 24 hours per day, 7 days a week unscheduled, on call status pending a water/waste water response situation.
  • Assigned as primary on-call responder once per month as scheduled.
  • Cleans and maintains the appearance of work equipment and work areas.
  • Responsible for inventory of tools and equipment.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Class B (CDL) Drivers License with clean driving record
Class D Water Certification
Class D Waste Water Certification
Confined Space Entrant Certification
Driving is a requirement of this position
The City of Lancaster offer a complete benefits packeage to full-time employees which includes: health care; paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave, retirement, longevity, tuition reimbersemet and more.

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Please confirm if you have the following.
  • Valid Class B (CDL) Drivers License
  • Class D Water Certification
  • Class D Waste Water Certification
  • Confined Space Entrant Certification
  • No Certifications

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