Maintenance Worker I
Company: City of West University Place
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description CLAS S SUMMARY: This is an entry
level position in the Operations Division. Incumbents perform
routine maintenance and/or operational activities in assigned area
of responsibility. Depending on assignment, typical duties may
include: providing customer service; performing routine tests,
maintenance, and repair of grounds, infrastructure, plant, public
areas, and/or related items; operating motorized vehicles,
equipment, and/or plants; inputting data into computerized systems;
preparing logs and records; and/or, performing other related
activities. TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES : (These duties are a
representative sample; position assignments may vary.) 1. Performs
routine tests, maintenance, and repair of parks, streets,
playgrounds, vehicles, equipment, underground utilities, public
areas, and other facilities and structures; work may involve
Identifying, troubleshooting, testing, adjusting, and repairing
minor problems in assigned area of responsibility; and notifying
appropriate individual(s) of problems requiring advanced
troubleshooting and/or repair. 2. Operates a variety of general and
specialized tools and equipment in performing repair and
maintenance activities, including jet trucks, hand and power tools,
pressure washers, and/or dump trucks; checks for adequacy of tools
and materials; notifies appropriate individual(s) regarding lack of
equipment and materials. 3. Provides customer service by often
serving as the first point of contact and providing assistance and
information to the public regarding ongoing work. 4. Prepares and
maintains logs and records of daily activities; and inputs data
into computerized systems. 5. Performs other duties of a similar
nature or level. This job description is intended to represent only
the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments
will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
FUNCTIONAL SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES : Positions assigned to
Operations may be responsible for: Locating underground utilities;
work may involve using hand digging tools and repairing underground
pipes. Maintaining and repairing streets, including sidewalks and
curbs, to include removing and replacing brick pavers, and patching
potholes. Changing water meters and meter boxes. TRAINING AND
EXPERIENCE : High School Diploma or GED; or an equivalent
combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully
perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS : Depending on assignment, may require valid
Texas driver's license. KNOWLEDGE : Applicable tools and equipment
of the trade; Basic mathematics; General maintenance principles,
methods, and techniques; Occupational hazards and safety
precautions; Applicable Federal, State, and City laws and
regulations. SKILLS : Performing general labor and maintenance in
assigned area of responsibility; Operating applicable tools,
equipment, and machinery; Preparing and maintaining basic records;
Reading and comprehending manuals, specification, drawings, and
blueprints; Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as
applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general
public, and other sufficient to exchange or convey information.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Positions in this class typically require:
climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching,
standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping,
feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Heavy
Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to
50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces
constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be exposed to hazardous
physical conditions, such as, mechanical parts, electrical
currents, and vibrations; atmospheric conditions, such as fumes,
odors, gases, and poor ventilation; hazardous materials, such as
chemicals, blood, and other bodily fluids; extreme temperatures;
inadequate lighting; work space-related movement restrictions;
intense noise; and other environmental conditions, such as,
challenging behaviors, imminent danger, and threatening
environments; incumbents may also be expected to travel. In order
to be hired, applicants will need to pass a background check, a
drug screen, physical exam, and a reference check. Job Posted by
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Keywords: City of West University Place, Beaumont , Maintenance Worker I, Construction - Building Trades , Houston, Texas
