Maintenance & Operations Assistant - Utilities

Maintenance & Operations Assistant - Utilities

Salary

$44,574.40 - $83,595.20 Annually

Location

2700 Avenue A, Rosenberg, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

21-00344A

Department

Utilities

Opening Date

09/17/2026

Closing Date

10/4/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is part of a job classification in a Maintenance & Operations progression series. Performs maintenance, repairs, and general equipment operations in the maintenance and construction of municipality utilities.

Benefits Overview

• 3 weeks of vacation per year after the first year (2 weeks of vacation during the first year)
• Medical insurance is provided at no cost to the employee
• Dental and vision insurance is offered
• Pet insurance is offered for your four-legged friend
• Supplemental insurance is offered
• $25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
• 13 days city observed paid holiday leave
• 16 hours of paid personal days each year
• Tuition reimbursement available for up to $2,000 per fiscal year
• Retirement plan includes a 7% contribution of an employees gross salary to the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a city contribution match of 2 to 1
• Longevity pay in the amount of $7.50 per month, per year of service paid annually each December
• Employee Fitness Center

Our City Mission: To provide exceptional services that create and sustain a safe, livable, and vibrant community.

Our City Vision: Building a better tomorrow together by cultivating a City that is financially strong, with a thriving economy, quality infrastructure, and dynamic culture.

Our Core Values: Rtown THRIVES

• Teamwork: We believe in the power of collaboration and unity among our citizens, leaders, and our own staff to achieve common goals and enhance the well-being of our community.
• Hometown: We cherish and preserve the unique character and history of our town, creating a sense of belonging for all who call it home.
• Respect: We promote a culture of mutual respect, recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of every individual in our diverse community.
• Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our actions and decisions.
• Vision: We embrace innovation and forward-thinking ideas to shape a sustainable and prosperous future for Rosenberg while preserving our historic past
• Employees: We strive to maintain a healthy work culture that places an emphasis on physical and mental well-being so our employees can perform to their full potential.
• Service: We are committed to delivering superior services and continuously improving to meet the needs of our community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for reading meters and recording measurements

• Installs water and sewer taps, using hand and power tapping and boring equipment.

• Collects water samples

• Flushes fire hydrants and water lines according to maintenance schedule

• Operates camera equipment performing scheduled preventative maintenance and determines extent of damage

• Operates equipment used in the construction, maintenance, or repair of the Citys utility lines

• Operates motorized vehicles

• Assists with maintenance and operations of water meters, valves, manholes

• Locating and repairing broken water and sewer lines

• Performs water meter maintenance and repair

• Inspects and performs routine maintenance and repair on all equipment assigned

• Performs inspections of grounds, facilities, park areas, vehicles

• Documents work orders and records work activities

• Maintains site or equipment by providing basic repairs and cleaning

• Identifies, responds to, and resolves issues of customers involving policies, procedures or safety issues

• Investigates utility service complaints and researches issues

• Investigates and troubleshoots meter issues for tampering or other technical problems

• Communicates with the residents to assure that work orders are complete

• Responds to emergency calls

• Performs water disconnects for delinquent accounts

• Abides by all policies, procedures, and rules associated with the Safety Program

• Must be able to work the allocated hours of the position and be willing to report for duty on short notice at any hour of the day or night

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

This position is included in the Maintenance & Operations Utilities Series based upon the following criteria:

• High School Diploma or successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) Test

MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS UTILITIES SERIES:

M&O Assistant: First level in Series (Grade 4/B21)

Performs entry-level routine maintenance and operational activities such as providing support to water treatment operations.

• Class D Water Treatment Certification

AND

• Class I Wastewater Collection Certification
• Requires employees to obtain one (1) of the certifications within one (1) year of employment. Both obtained within two (2) years.
• Once both certifications are obtained, then the employee will progress up to the next level and receive the minimum rate for that level or a $1.50 per hour raise; whichever is greater.

M&O Technician: Second level in Series (Grade 6/B23)

Performs semi-skilled maintenance and mechanical activities under direct supervision on water treatment operations.

• Two (2) years full time, paid experience in utility line maintenance, utility service, equipment operations, meter reading, or construction
• Class D Water Treatment Certification
• Class I Wastewater Collection Certification

AND

• Class C Distribution Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within two (2) years of promotion*
• Class II Wastewater Collection Certificate by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within two (2) years of promotion*
• If Class C or Class II Certification is not received within two (2) years, employee will move back to the M&O Assistant position since the certifications cannot be renewed. Employee will remain as a Maintenance & Operations Assistant.
• Once certifications are obtained, then the employee will progress up to the next level and receive the minimum rate for that level or a $1.50 per hour raise; whichever is greater.

M&O Specialist: Third level in Series (Grade 7/B24/B31)

Performs skilled utilities maintenance and mechanical activities under direct supervision on water treatment operations.

• Three (3) years full time, paid experience in utility line maintenance, utility service, equipment operations, meter reading, or construction
• Class C Distribution Certification
• Class II Wastewater Collection Certification

AND (Within 2 years of promotion)

• Class C Groundwater Certification

OR

• Class C Surface Water Certification

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class C Texas Driver License

• Reliable transportation and liability insurance

• Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of the following pre-employment checks:

• Criminal background check

• Controlled substance screening

CITY OF ROSENBERG

SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

PART I: INSURANCE

The City of Rosenberg offers health and life Insurance to all full-time employees with eligibility beginning on the first (1st) day of the month following date of employment. The City has implemented a premium incentive deduction for all employees enrolled in the Citys health insurance program, who have not used tobacco products in any form in the past three months and continue to not use tobacco products.

The employees portion of the BCBS bi-weekly cost is as follows:

BCBS HMO Medical

2) DENTAL PLAN(S):

(3) VISION PLAN:

(4) PET INSURANCE PLANS:

Wishbone Total Pet Plan Pay Period Deductions

• One Pet - $5.42
• Family Plan (2+ Pets) - $8.54

(5) LIFE AND AD&D INSURANCE:

The City automatically provides Basic Life Insurance for all eligible employees at no cost. Basic Life Insurance is $25,000 with no option to add additional coverage. The benefit is paid to your beneficiaries in the event of your death.

(6) LONG TERM DISABILITY:

The City provides employees with Long Term Disability in the amount of 60 percent of your salary (depending on position category) to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Benefits begin after 90 days of disability and may continue to Social Security Normal Retirement Age (SSNRA). Benefits will be offset by any payments from SS, Workers Comp and other income offsets.

(7) WORKERS COMPENSATION:

All employees are covered under the Texas Workers Compensation Insurance program through the Texas Municipal League. Eligibility for benefits is automatic and effective on the date of hire.

(8) SUPPLEMENTAL TERM & WHOLE LIFE, CANCER & AD&D INSURANCE:

The City of Rosenberg offers you a variety of voluntary benefits. If you enroll, you pay the full cost of coverage and are able to use a payroll deduction.

PART II: SAVINGS PLANS

(9) TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM (TMRS):

Participation in the system is mandatory for all regular full-time employees. Each employee contributes at a rate of 7 percent of his/her gross wages. The City contributes to each employees account at a 2:1 ratio. Vesting is 5 years of service. Retirement is 20 years of service at any age or 5 years of service at the age of 60.

(10) DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(K) PLAN:

Plans available through MissionSquare Retirement, DearBorn & Creggs, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions. Employees may enroll at the time of hire and throughout the year.

(11) SECTION 125/FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLAN:

Allows you to contribute pre-tax salary into an account to be used to pay certain medical, dental, vision, and hearing care expenses not covered by insurance for yourself or a dependent within the meaning of Section 152(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. Dependent childcare is also available.

(12) LEGALSHIELD PLANS:

LegalShield Plan Pay Period Deductions

Individual Plan:

• LegalShield Plan - $11.05
• IDShield Plan - $4.59
• Dual Plan - $15.65

Family Plan:

• LegalShield Plan - $11.05
• IDShield Plan - $8.75
• Dual Plan - $18.42

PART III: HOLIDAYS/LEAVE

(12) HOLIDAYS:

New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr Day, Memorial Day, Good Friday, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Fort Bend County Fair Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday following Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and two (2) Personal Holidays

(13) VACATION:

Accrued vacation may be taken following the six-month probation period.

Years of Completed Service Hours Per Year Days Per Year

0 to 1 80 10

2 to 10 120 15

11 to 20 144 18

21 & over 160 20

(14) SICK LEAVE:

Sick leave is earned at the rate of one day per month. Firefighters will accrue ½ shift per month. For the purpose of computing sick time credit during the first year of employment, credit is given for the first month provided the employment date is the 15th of the month or earlier.

(15) LONGEVITY PAY:

Begins after one year of service. $7.50 per month will be provided for each year of service rendered to the City. Longevity pay is an addition to your base salary and is paid annually, in December.

PART IV: MISCELLANEOUS PROGRAMS

(16) EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP):

Available through Dear Oaks EAP, provides assistance for employees and their immediate family members in the event of an emotional, family, legal, medical, substance abuse and/or financial problem. The EAP is available at no cost to the employee.

(18) EMPLOYEE AWARDS LUNCHEON:

Each December the City holds its annual employee Awards Luncheon. Lunch is provided and various awards are given out.

Employer City of Rosenberg

Address 2110 Fourth Street

P.O. Box 32

Rosenberg, Texas, 77471

Phone 832-595-3320

Website http://rosenbergtx.gov/