Utility Systems Worker I/II/III (Water Distribution)

It's a great time to be in Pflugerville!

The person we seek will believe in and exhibit the City's P.F.I.R.S.T. core values: Positive, Forward-thinking, Integrity, Resilience, Service, and Teamwork.

All City of Pflugerville employees, both full-time and part-time, are able to take advantage of a generous 457 deferred compensation plan and a 100% paid employee assistance program that offers financial, legal, mental, and career coaching and much more!

Most City job postings remain open for 30 days, though some may be extended. Hiring managers typically begin contacting applicants within 1 – 30 days, but in some cases, contact may occur up to 60 days after posting.

If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by the hiring manager. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will usually receive a notification within 30–60 days.

If you have not heard back after that timeframe or have questions about your application, please contact People & Culture.

Salary depends on qualifications and whether being hired as a Utility Systems Worker I, II, or III.
Utility Systems Worker I - $40,760-$50,945
Utility Systems Worker II - $47,180-$58,975
Utility Systems Worker III - $54,620-$68,270

• Performs a variety of routine to skilled work to inspect, install, maintain, and repair valves, water distribution pipelines and related appurtenances; inspects and tests lines in the distribution system; threads and fits pipes
• Inspects water services for compliance with established codes and/or damaged or worn parts and makes repairs as necessary; performs preventative maintenance adjustments.
• Performs water valve and hydrant maintenance
• Turns on and off main line valves, hydrants, and fire service lines.
• Reports water service defects and public safety hazards, including providing exception list information and reporting hazards to supervisors.
• Turns water service on or off
• Uses backhoe to begin trenches or make minor excavations, places shoring where required, and makes necessary installations and repairs to distribution and collection pipelines.
• Operates and maintains specialized vehicles and light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment and trucks appropriate for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the City’s infrastructure.
• Performs safety and service inspections of assigned trucks and equipment; steam cleans, washes, and fuels equipment; assists in lubrication and maintenance of equipment.
• Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work sites to ensure safe conditions for the general public and City workers.

• Provides technical and functional direction to assigned line maintenance staff; reviews and controls quality of work; assists in completing employee evaluations; participates in performing line maintenance work.
• Coordinates with contractors and developers regarding shut-downs, tie-ins, and pressure tests.
• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of assigned staff in line maintenance.
• Trains staff in work and safety procedures and in the operation and use of equipment and supplies; implements procedures and standards.
• Provides input on employee performance evaluations; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline procedures; assists in selection and promotion.
• Monitors operations and activities of line maintenance; recommends improvements and modifications and prepares various reports; recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; implements policies and procedures.
• Determines and recommends equipment, materials, and staffing needs for assigned maintenance projects; participates in the annual budget preparation; prepares detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications, as required; maintains a variety of records and prepares routine reports of work performance.
• Monitors and controls supply and equipment; orders supplies and tools as necessary; prepares documents for equipment procurement; participates in informal bid processes for vendor selection.
• Coordinates with and oversees contractors in providing water distribution maintenance and repair services.
• Participates in the administration of preventive maintenance, in-service training, and safety programs; develops safety programs that meet Federal and State standards; ensures compliance with safety procedures.
• Performs operations, maintenance, and repair duties in the area of work assigned.
• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Maintains logs and records of work performed; prepares periodic reports.
• Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates complaints; recommends corrective actions to resolve issues; may act as the Line Maintenance Supervisor in his/her absence.
• Responds to operations, maintenance, and repair emergency situations as required.

If you are someone interested in making a difference in the community and wish to be a part of the Pflugerville team, go to pflugervilletx.gov under Employment Opportunities and apply today!

For more details about the benefits offered by the City, please visit: Benefits | Pflugerville, TX - Official Website