Description
DESCRIPTION: Learn to perform a variety of maintenance functions for the City of Eagle
Lake Public Works Department; learn to operate and maintain department equipment and tools,
and perform other duties as assigned.
DUTIES:
• Assist and perform mowing, removal of weeds, trim trees and hedges.
• Learn and assist in the repair and maintenance of public water and sewer collection
systems.
• Learn and assist to resurface city streets, lay asphalt and concrete, backfill trenches.
• Learn to operate equipment including bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, loaders, rollers,
dump trucks, mowers, tractor/shredder and sewer jet truck.
• Learn and assist in the repairs of storm drains, valve boxes, manholes, etc.
• Work outdoors and in inclement weather (i.e., heat, rain, cold, etc.)
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Available for 24-hour call out and emergencies.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Have a valid Class “C” Texas Operators License with the ability to obtain a minimum
Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License within four (4) months of hire date.
• Ability to obtain TCEQ approved Class “D” water and wastewater license within one (1)
year of hire date.
SALARY: Salary to be determined depending on qualifications, along with all other city
employee benefits.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled. Applications are available at City Hall, 100 E.
Main or online at https://www.coeltx.net. Completed application can be submitted in person or by
mail to City of Eagle Lake, P.O. Box 38, Eagle Lake, TX 77434. Random drug testing; EOE.
CONTACT: Victor Shimek, Public Works Director, [email protected].
