Crew Chief Utility Maintenance

The City of Corsicana is seeking a qualified individual to lead a utility crew responsible for the installation and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection system infrastructure. This includes maintenance of water transmission lines water mains and sewer lines along with related utility tasks.

• Assist with water taps leak repairs water/sewer main installations sewer cleaning/unclogging and meter box repairs/installations
• Operate backhoe to safely dig and backfill trenches; follow proper sloping shoring and trench safety procedures
• Operate trucks backhoes mini-excavators and trailers; ensure proper maintenance and cleaning of equipment and tools
• Conduct preventive maintenance on sewer systems
• Locate water and sewer lines for utility coordination as directed
• Inspect job sites before during and after completion to ensure safe and satisfactory workmanship
• Maintain work time and material records; prepare and submit required reports
• Operate boring machines to install utilities beneath roads and sidewalks
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in utility operations or a related field
• Equivalent combinations of education and municipal work experience may be considered
• Must hold or be able to obtain within two (2) years:
  • Class C Water Distribution License
  • Class II Wastewater License
    (As issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality - TCEQ)

• Knowledge of materials procedures and equipment used in utility system operations
• Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools (shovels chainsaws weed eaters etc.)
• Skilled in safely operating multi-geared trucks and heavy equipment
• Ability to follow safety regulations and apply proper worksite precautions
• Strong communication skills; ability to interact courteously with the public coworkers and contractors
• Ability to read write and prepare accurate records and reports

• Regular outdoor work with exposure to:
  • Extreme weather (heat cold rain)
  • Loud noise dust chemicals fumes and physical hazards
  • Confined spaces rodents insects and heavy traffic
• Work on varied and unstable terrain including muddy or flooded trenches and ditches
• Heavy physical labor including:
  • Lifting carrying and loading objects up to 80 lbs.
  • Occasional pushing/pulling of loads up to 100 lbs.
  • Frequent walking standing reaching and operating equipment
• Specific vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• On-call availability required including evenings nights weekends and emergencies

The City of Corsicana is committed to a safe and professional workplace. Applicants must:

• Maintain a 100% drug- and alcohol-free workplace
• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment
• Have and maintain a valid Texas Commercial Drivers License Class A (CDL)
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality
• Successfully complete a one-year probationary period
• Pass a criminal history check background investigation and drug screening

Benefits

When you join the City of Corsicana your compensation extends far beyond your hourly wage or annual salary. Our comprehensive benefits package represents a significant investment in every employees financial security health and future retirement.

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance equal to 1X the employees annual base salary up to $100000 and Supplemental Death Benefit equal to 1X the annual base salary reduced to $7500 after retirement through the retirement system (TMRS)
• Optional additional insurance policies
• Retirement through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7 % employee contribution and a 2:1 City match
• Optional tax deferred supplemental 457B plan
• Employees accrue sick leave at a rate of one workday for each month employed
• Employees accrue vacation leave at rates dependent upon years of service
• Employees receive one day each fiscal year for personal leave
• The City observes 13 paid holidays
• Longevity pay equal to $6.00/month times length of service with the City of Corsicana.
• Wellness pay
• Bereavement Leave

More information on City benefits can be found here: City Benefits Summary