City of La Marque

Water Utility Equipment Operator

City of La Marque  •  $40k - $50k/yr  •  Onsite  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 202500040

Department: Water Line Maintenance

Job classification: Water Utility Equipment Operator

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works

Summary

The Water Utility Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the City’s water distribution system. This includes excavation for water main repairs, valve replacements, hydrant installations, and related tasks. The position also assists crews with manual labor and site preparation, ensuring safe and efficient job site operation

Examples of duties

Equipment Operation

  • Operate backhoes, excavators, skid steers, dump trucks, and other equipment for water utility construction and repair.
  • Safely dig around underground utilities and support crews during water main, valve, and service line repairs.
  • Load and unload materials and equipment at job sites.
  • Perform daily inspections of equipment and report maintenance needs.

Utility Support Duties

  • Assist field crews with installation, replacement, and repair of water lines, valves, meters, and hydrants.
  • Set up job sites, including traffic control and excavation safety measures.
  • Backfill, compact, and restore surfaces following repairs.

Maintenance & Recordkeeping

  • Complete equipment checklists and report usage, fuel, and issues.
  • Maintain cleanliness and readiness of assigned vehicles and machinery.
  • Ensure proper storage and securing of tools and materials.

Emergency Response

  • Respond to after-hours call-outs for water main breaks or other emergency utility repairs.
  • Support storm recovery and debris clearing operations related to water system functions.

Other Duties

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies

  • Skilled in the safe operation of heavy equipment and hand tools.
  • Knowledge of excavation safety, utility construction practices, and traffic control procedures.
  • Ability to perform physical labor and work in outdoor environments under various conditions.
  • Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
  • Experience reading utility maps and job site layouts is a plus.

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in equipment operation, utility construction, or related field.
  • CDL Class A or B preferred.
City of La Marque

About City of La Marque

The City of La Marque is strategically situated in Galveston County, 15 miles south of Houston and four miles north of Galveston Island. La Marque is the second-fastest-growing city in the County with an estimated population of 16,000, an area of 14.25 square miles and boasting 14.3 miles of I-45 frontage—more than any other city in Galveston County. Citizens enjoy easy, breezy coastal living, abundant housing options and the security of a hurricane protection levee system. La Marque is a sportsman’s paradise and offers access to world-class medical, travel and entertainment options. Citizens and visitors enjoy Bayou Fest, an early fall concert series and BBQ Cook Off offering free family fun; Magical Winter Lights, a 52-day holiday lantern festival; and Crawfish Bash, an annual crawfish cook off that earned a Guinness World Record in 2017. For business, La Marque offers prime I-45 frontage, creative incentives, an abundance of commercial property, a budding downtown revitalization and build-to-suit opportunities. La Marque is the Gateway to the Gulf and the Hub of the Mainland. Discover the possibilities at www.cityoflamarque.org.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
La Marque, Texas
Year Founded
1953
Website
cityoflamarque.gov
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