Equipment Operator II - Waste Water

Equipment Operator II - Waste Water

Salary

$52,404.02 Annually

Location

Wylie, TX

Job Type

FULL TIME

Job Number

2026-00050

Department

PUBLIC WORKS-WASTEWATER

Opening Date

08/27/2026

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General Summary

Operates motorized equipment used in the maintenance of various City systems, based upon assigned division.

SUPERVISION

Supervision is provided by the Supervisor and/or Manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Drives dump truck and operates backhoe and other similar pieces of equipment.
• Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City.
• Excavates water/sewer lines and open trenches.
• Assists crews in repairs.
• Acts as a lead and supervises crews out in the field.
• Works in trenches and confined spaces.
• Supervises the daily work orders, including turning in completed forms on a daily basis.
• Responsible for efficient and safe operation, care and appearance of assigned equipment.
• Demonstrates good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly.
• Actively identifies, reports, addresses, and follows up on problems and incidents. Actively seeks and recommends operational changes to the direct supervisor.
• Exercises proper safety precautions at all times.
• Picks up trash, and keeps storage areas clean and orderly.
• Performs daily and regular preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Completes duties of an Equipment Operator I, when needed.
• Works in harmony with other crew and department members.
• Courteous and helpful to citizens.
• Follows written and oral job instructions.
• Hears and/or interprets hand signals when on work sites.
• Available for call-out.
• Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.
• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.
• Other duties as may be assigned

When assigned to Parks:

Operates heavy equipment, such as 16' rotary mowers, skid steers, mini excavators, etc. Pulls heavy equipment around with a dump truck and trailer.

When assigned to Stormwater:

Repairs storm drains, ditches, culverts and drainage ways.

When assigned to Streets:

Operates heavy equipment, maintains equipment, and performs construction and maintenance of City streets.

When assigned to Wastewater or Water:

Performs installation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems.

Minimum Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have Texas Drivers License within 60 days of hire. Two years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment. Must maintain required certifications/licenses throughout time in position. Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management.

When assigned to Wastewater:

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the following within one year:

• Class A CDL with no restrictions except "A"
• Wastewater Collections Class II
• TMUTCD Work Zone Safety
• Backhoe Certification
• Confined Space Certification

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

PHYSICAL STRENGTH REQUIRED:

HIGH: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently or 10-20 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED:

Balancing Bending Carrying Climbing Crawling Driving

Crouching Fine Dexterity Foot Controls Handling Hearing

Kneeling Lifting Pushing/Pulling Reaching Sitting

Standing Talking Twisting Vision Walking

PRIMARY WORK ENVIRONMENT: Outdoors

SHIFT WORK: No

CALL-OUT: On rotating basis

• Retirement benefits with Texas Municipal Retirement System. Contributions by payroll deduction. Employee contributes at 7% level. City matches 200% of employee contribution. Mandatory.
• Deferred compensation - Nationwide and Edward Jones. The City does not contribute. Employee contributions by pre and post-tax payroll deduction. Optional.
• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription insurance PPO and HDHP/HSA plans. PPO - Employee pays $30 per pay period for employee only coverage and 60% of dependent premiums, the City covers 40% of dependent premiums. HDHP/HSA - City pays full premium costs for employee only coverage and 50% of dependent premiums.
• Flexible Spending Account - allows for pre-tax deduction for eligible medical expenses as well as dependent care expenses. Optional.
• Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan - City contributes $1000 for employee only coverage and $200 for employee + one dependent or more coverage.
• Life insurance - 2x annual salary through New York Life. Fully paid by City and 1x annual salary through TMRS. Total of 3x annual base salary.
• Long-Term Disability for all full-time City employees.
• Thirteen paid holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and one floating holiday.
• Vacation - Earn three weeks of vacation in the first year.
• Sick leave accrues each full pay period.
• Sick leave conversion to vacation leave (once per year in January).
• Sick leave buy back (if budget allows; once per year).
• Bereavement leave, military leave, jury duty leave.
• Longevity pay $8 per month of service; paid once per year.
• Workers compensation benefits
• Tuition reimbursement - $2,000 per year.
• Direct Deposit - City of Wylie Payroll will deposit employee paycheck to any bank accepting wire transfers.
• Family and Medical Leave Policy as described by federal legislation.
• Free Recreation Center family membership.
• City pays every two weeks. (26 pay periods per year)

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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to confirm that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education?

• No High School Diploma or equivalent
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or Higher

03

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes, I have a valid Drivers License.
• No, I do not have a valid Drivers License.

04

Do you currently hold a CDL?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you currently an employee at the City of Wylie? If you are applying for a position within your current department, the Internal Transfer Request IS NOT required. If you are applying for a position within another department, you must submit a completed Internal Transfer Request to Human Resources, prior to submitting your application. Your application will not be forwarded to the hiring manager until you have submitted the completed Internal Transfer Request. (Employee Handbook, Section 23: Transfers, Promotions & Interim Pay: "Current employees must submit an online application or a resume as well as an Internal Transfer Request to Human Resources for consideration.") Please request a link to the Internal Transfer Request form from HR.

• Yes, I am currently an employee at the City of Wylie
• No, I am not currently an employee at the City of Wylie

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Have you ever worked for a city/municipality?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please list which city, dates of employment and position. If no, please type N/A.

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Have you worked anywhere else other than the positions listed on your application?

• Yes
• No

09

If you have worked anywhere else other than the positions listed on your application, please describe below.

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Please take this opportunity to review your responses to the supplemental questions. Ensure that the qualifications stated above can be cross-referenced with the qualifications in your application. Your application may not be considered for further review if you have failed to show details of where the minimum qualifications are met. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you understand this statement, have reviewed your responses to the questions for accuracy and verify that your responses accurately describe your current qualifications.

• I verify that all of my responses to the supplemental questions are true and accurate. I accept that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do no support one or more of my responses to the supplemental questions that my application may be disapproved and/or I may be removed from consideration.

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Employer City of Wylie

Address 300 Country Club Road

Wylie, Texas, 75098

Phone 972-516-6040

Website http://www.wylietexas.gov