Maintenance Specialist III - Water/Wastewater

Maintenance Specialist III - Water/Wastewater

Salary

$46,294.61 - $69,441.24 Annually

Location

Rowlett, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00155

Department

Public Works

Division

Water

Opening Date

04/14/2026

Closing Date

8/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
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Description

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work. Operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of City water, wastewater, and Citys drainage system. May serve as lead worker over Maintenance Specialist Is and IIs in the absence of Crew Leader. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

Assists Crew Leader in planning, scheduling and implementing construction, maintenance and operation activities to provide quality water, wastewater, street and drainage services for the City. Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying and backfilling. Services water supply, sewer lift stations and other pumps. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Ensures the safe operating conditions at work sites, including but not limited to such conditions as traffic hazards, equipment operation, required barricades, confined space safety/trench safety. Performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment, ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools after use; maintain activity, water supply, consumption, wastewater pumpage, etc.

Responds to complaints regarding water leaks, pressure loss or no water; sewer leaks, sewer backups, odors; evaluates situations; explains findings to supervisor; contacts residents and business owners in areas where services will be disconnected and explains when services will be shut off and how soon they will be turned back on. Contacts residents and business owners in areas where sewer leaks, backups or odors occur and explains what the problem is/was and it was or will be corrected.

Assists in training Maintenance Specialist Is and IIs to increase their skills in the maintenance, construction and repair of water, wastewater and storm drainage systems. Assists in locating gas, telephone, power, cable television, water, and sewer lines from the appropriate sources prior to excavation.

Performs other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from High School or GED and three (3) years of experience relating to construction, maintenance, or repair of water distribution and sewer collection systems required. Supervisory experience preferred.

Ability to operate heavy equipment such as dump truck and backhoe. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time; ability to work safely; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public; ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to serve as Lead Worker over Maintenance Specialist Is and IIs in the absence of the Crew Leader.

Other Requirements

Valid drivers license required. Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driving standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee within two working days of receipt.

Valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) required with Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of being hired.

Must reside within a 1-hour response time from the Public Works Building, employee will have six (6) months from employment date in which to relocate. Will be subject to covering/handling first-call or back-up call when assigned.

Must have a minimum of a Class "C" Water Distribution License and Wastewater Collection System Class 2 License or be able to obtain within 12 months of being hired.

Must be able to stand, walk on uneven terrain, asphalt, concrete, water, mud, rock, and frequently work in mud which may be knee deep. Ability to lift tools and equipment which may weigh up to 150 pounds. This job requires reaching, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, climbing and balance in order to use equipment, elevate work site, etc. May be required to operate foot controls on heavy equipment such as backhoe and other machinery. Exposed to extremes in outdoor temperature, inclement weather, fumes and trenching during water operations.

The City of Rowlett is proud to support a healthy work/life balance by offering a 4-day work week, with standard business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., depending on departmental schedules.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation, holiday, and sick leave, along with medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.

To support our employees' long-term financial goals, the City participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), featuring a generous 2:1 match.

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our Benefits Page.

01

Do you have a current Texas drivers license? (Your driving record will be considered to the extent that you will drive a City vehicle or conduct City business in your personal vehicle).

• Yes
• No

02

If you do not currently have a valid Texas drivers license, are you able to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• High School Diploma
• GED
• Neither

04

How many years of experience do you have in construction, maintenance, or repair of water distribution and/or sewer collection systems?

• Less than 3 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 + years

05

Do you have supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you currently possess a valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement?

• Yes
• No, but I can obtain within six (6) months of employment
• No

07

Do you currently have Class "C" Water Distribution License and a Wastewater Collection System Class II License?

• Yes
• I hold one of the required licenses
• No, but I can obtain both within 12 months of employment
• No

08

If you have any licenses, please list the type of licenses and expiration date.

09

Do you currently reside within a one (1) hour response time of the Rowlett Public Works Building?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Rowlett

Address 4002 Main Street

Rowlett, Texas, 75088

Website http://www.rowlett.com