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Job Description
JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM
At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. Our guiding principles-Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity - anchor our approach in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austin residents. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.
What Makes the City of Austin Special?- Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
- Diverse and Inclusive Workplace: Work in an environment where every voice is valued, and Innovation thrives.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
- Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
- Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
- Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
- Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments designed to foster collaboration and inspiration.
By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.
Job Description:
Purpose:
Under close supervision, this position uses established procedures and receives detailed instructions perform physical tasks as an entry-level laborer in the Water and Wastewater Pipeline Operations.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.- Assists in the basic operation, inspection, and maintenance of a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Assists in the operation, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and minor repair of a variety of electronics, hand, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical power tools and equipment.
- Assists in the set-up, operation, and maintenance of various safety-related equipment according to utility safety procedures and SOPs.
- Assists in asset control and inventory activities and supports crew members on job sites.
- Assists in reading and interpreting maps, plans, drawings, meters, gauges, and videos.
- Performs labor intensive work and assists in excavation, repair, and replacement of water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Assists in the completion of paperwork, forms, and reports as necessary.
- Learns how to respond to citizen questions, concerns, and complaints.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.- Knowledge of basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages.
- Skill in reading diagrams and technical drawings.
- Skill in using hand tools and power tools.
- Skill in operating a motor vehicle and motorized equipment.
- Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program while driving personal and City of Austin vehicles on official business.
- Ability to act as a member of a confined space entry team and perform maintenance tasks in confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of an SRL Body Harness as designated by work area.
- Ability to use SCBA, respirator, and other confined space equipment as designated by work area.
- Ability to perform construction and maintenance tasks that require lifting and carrying equipment and supplies within up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted.
- Ability to safely perform operations and maintenance tasks that may require working in hazardous environments with exposure to hazardous chemicals, solvents, and adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to work various shifts, on-call, and/or call back hours.
- Ability to perform construction and maintenance tasks that require climbing to heights of up to twenty (20) feet on ladders that supports weight as designated by work group.
Minimum Qualifications:- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
Licenses and Certifications Required- Valid Texas Class C Driver License.
- Must obtain the appropriate class of Commercial Driver's License with endorsements within one (1) year of employment.
- Positions in water distribution must obtain a Class D Water Operator License from TCEQ within one (1) year of employment.
- Positions in wastewater collection must obtain a Class I Wastewater Collection License from TCEQ within one (1) year of employment.
- For specified work groups, Respiratory Protection and Confined Space Entry training must be completed within six (6) months of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience working in all weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, and rain
- Experience using hand tools and power tools
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
- Experience interacting directly with customers and providing a high level of customer service
- Experience using blueprints, construction documents, underground utility drawings, map grids, or computerized mapping software
- Experience setting up temporary traffic control devices
- Computer navigation skills and familiarity with a computer work order system
- Experience operating heavy equipment such a backhoe, mini-excavator, skid steer, etc.
Notes to Candidate:
Pay Range:
$22.05 - $23.79 per hour.
Location:
Glen Bell Service Center
3907 S Industrial Dr
Austin, TX 78744
Schedule:
Positions hours Monday - Friday; 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
(On call rotation 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
All employees are required to be available for overtime, call-back, and on-call for emergency response on nights, weekends, and holidays.
Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.
We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.
EEO Statement for City of Austin:
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
Closing Date/Time: 2025-10-10 - Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Austin
Show moreThe City of Austin
This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017.
Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability.
The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum.
Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes.
There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone.
City Government
The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms.
The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin.
The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.
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