Distribution and Collection Laborer

Job Summary:

This position’s primary function is the maintenance, repair and installation of water and wastewater system lines, valves, and meters. The hourly rate will be between $16.00-$17.00 per hour, which will be determined by qualifications and experience.

Essential Functions:

- Installs, extends, and repairs all water distribution and wastewater collection lines and valves according to the standard accepted practices of ERHWSC.

- Assists distribution & collection supervisor and/or foreman on line locates.

- Repairs and installs water meters and sewer taps according to ERHWSC standards.

- Repairs valves and pipe fittings at water and wastewater treatment plants.

- Must adhere to all safety policies and procedures, good housekeeping and other assigned duties.

- Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.

- Will be required to be on standby and work mandatory overtime when necessary.

- Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

- Other job duties may be assigned.

- Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses & Certifications:

Must have State of Texas Driver’s License and must be insurable by Corporation’s insurance underwriter.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to climb up and down stairs while carrying loads of up to 50 lbs. Ability to open and close valves of various sizes manually by turning difficult-to-operate valve wheels. Ability to work under extreme weather conditions including wet weather and hot and cold ambient temperatures. Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of walking while checking treatment equipment and taking required readings. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting 50 to 100 lbs. Water and Wastewater Operators and Trainees must arrive for each assigned shift clean shaven in order to be able to safely and properly utilize an SCBA/CBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus / Contained Breathing Apparatus). Beards will not be permitted as they interfere with use of an SCBA/CBA.

Benefits include: health insurance, paid vacation & holidays, retirement plan, and life insurance.

Interested persons for this position should complete a job application at our main office in Rio Hondo, Texas. Please call Administrative Services Manager, Amanda M. Sanchez at (956) 247-7817 for more information and/or to receive application form. You may also download application from our web page at www.erhwsc.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Education:

- High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

- Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

- San Benito, TX 78586 (Required)

Work Location: In person