Water Maintenance Technician I / II
Salary
$20.92 - $30.33 Hourly
Location
Water Department, 1701 W. League City Parkway League City, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
FY202600206
Department
Water
Opening Date
11/05/2026
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Max Number of Applicants
100
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Job Description
The Water Maintenance Technician I / II role involves skilled maintenance and repair of water production equipment, encompassing pumps, motors, valves, electrical control panels, and chemical feed equipment. Collaborating with team members, they install, modify, conduct preventive maintenance, and repair water production facilities and equipment. This is a safety-sensitive and/or DOT position. Therefore, participation in random drug testing at the city will be mandatory.
Job Functions
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Water Maintenance Technician I
- Performs mechanical repairs on electrical equipment, pumps, motors, valves, and piping.
- Conduct preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, and electrical components.
- Executes various plumbing tasks, including installing PVC service lines, inspecting and replacing motor lubrication lines, maintaining chlorine system lines, replacing brass fittings and joints, installing hose bibs, fabricating piping, and replacing valves.
- Conducts electrical maintenance by troubleshooting, wiring, and disconnecting motors, replacing fuses, switches, and receptacles, utilizing electrical testing equipment, and installing or replacing conduit, wiring, and components.
- Assists instrumentation and electrical technicians in installing, testing, and calibrating new or existing meters.
- Cleans and maintains equipment and tools utilized for projects.
- Performs any additional related tasks as required.
Water Maintenance Technician II
- The Water Maintenance Technician II performs all the duties of the Water Maintenance Technician I.
- Assist in leading and training a crew of three employees in the repair and maintenance of pumps, motors, and water operation equipment.
- Advanced troubleshooting, identifying, and performing proper repairs on electrical, mechanical, chemical feed system, and flow control systems associated with water production facilities.
- Ability to perform on call/standby duties 24 hours per day, seven days per week as assigned.
- Completes and maintains daily work orders.
- Communicates and coordinates with supervisors on task assignments.
Must be able to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of League City's citizens, and that, City employees must be able to work immediately before, during, or immediately after an emergency.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Driver's License.
Water Maintenance Technician I
Must meet all required minimum qualifications in addition to the following:
- Class D Ground Water Operator license (within 18 months of hire date)
- One year experience in industrial/commercial mechanical and electrical maintenance
Water Maintenance Technician II
Must meet all required minimum qualifications in addition to the following:
- Class C Ground Water Operator license
- Class D Wastewater Operator license
- Two years' experience in industrial/commercial mechanical and electrical maintenance
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of:
- English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Mechanics, electronics, motors, generators, and pump operations
- Water facilities and standards for preventive maintenance
- National Fire Protection Association 70 - Electrical standards
- Meter testing and calibration techniques
- Conduit bending, hand tools, and electrical testing equipment
- Basic plumbing and electrical techniques
Skill In:
- Developing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships
- Performing a variety of duties, often transitioning between tasks of different natures
- Maintenance of pumps, motors, electrical panels, generators, and automatic valves
Ability to:
- Meet work schedules and deadlines
- Understand and execute oral and written instructions
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and plumbing problems to identify issues and solutions Maintain confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements outlined here reflect the demands necessary for an employee to effectively perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to carry out these essential functions.
The position entails moderate physical demands, including exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our standard benefits program which includes:
- Vacation leave accruals at the rate of 3.33 hours per pay period x 24 pay periods;
- Paid holidays that are determined on an annual basis;
- Employee paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance programs paid for by the City; (Effective on first day of the month after your hire date - family benefits are available and require premiums paid by the employee).
- TMRS retirement plan that requires a mandatory employee contribution of 7% of gross earnings. The City matches this contribution at a rate of 2 to 1
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Do you have a high school diploma, GED or high education?
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Do you have a valid Drivers License?
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Do you have a Class D Water Operator License (or higher), or the ability to obtain within 18 months of starting this position?
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Do you currently hold a Class D Wastewater Operator License or higher?
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Do you have at least one year experience in industrial/commercial mechanical and electrical maintenance?
Required Question
Employer City Of League City
Address 300 W Walker St.
League City, Texas, 77573
Phone 281-554-1000
Website http://www.leaguecitytx.gov