Utility Line Technician

Job Description:

Utility Line Technician

Description

Pay Range: $22.90 - $28.62/hr.

Job Posting Closing on: Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Workdays & Hours: Field Operations is a 24/7 Operation - weekend work may be required. This position is a first responder in severe weather conditions/emergencies which will be subject to work after hours, emergency call back hours, nights, weekends, holidays and will participate in an on-call rotation schedule. This role requires proactive and dependable individuals who can quickly adapt to changing conditions and respond efficiently to urgent situations. Ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems, maintaining the success of our operations team and the satisfaction of our customers during critical times.

Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities. Find Out More!

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability.

Utility Line Technician - Water Asset Management

In this role, the employee is responsible for proactively identifying and responding to issues within the water distribution system. Some of the duties are:

• Performing system walk-outs to detect water leaks using acoustic and leak detection equipment
• Conducting field investigations based on reported issues or data anomalies
• Responding to water main breaks, leaks, and service line issues
• Locating and isolating breaks and shutting off valves or curb stops as needed
• Assisting in the coordination of emergency response and system repairs

Utility Line Technician position is available with the City of Fort Worth Water Department / Field Operations Division. The Field Operations Division is a 24/7 operation and is the largest division of the Water Department and an integral function of the maintenance of the City of Fort Worth's infrastructure. This position is essential to the daily operations of the division and an integral role in the department's success. The ideal candidate will be responsible for investigating Water department assets throughout the system to identify the source of water leaks and breaks (City asset or private plumbing), isolate the segment of line for breaks and leaks to prevent damage to property and create work orders for the appropriate sections to initiate repairs. This requires operation of specialized listening and correlation equipment to pinpoint the location of leaks and breaks, the ability to operate all required valves to take water distribution lines in and out of service, the ability to thoroughly flush the system to ensure water meets all local, state and federal standards, while ensuring job site safety.

The incumbent will possess an intermediate understanding of equipment and maintenance procedures required for optimal operation, as well as safety standards and construction methods. Having demonstrated the ability to safely and effectively operate both hand and power tools, while adhering to safety protocols. The employee will also have the capability to work safely with electricity and handle hazardous or toxic materials commonly found in water and wastewater treatment processes. Additionally, the employee will show proficiency in maintaining tools and equipment to ensure proper functionality. Furthermore, the incumbent will demonstrate intermediate knowledge of various materials, methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in water and wastewater systems and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of experience in water or wastewater utilities
• Possess a valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record
• Currently in possession of a TCEQ Water Distribution Class D license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to read and understand plans and maps (i.e. Water, Sewer, GIS, Building, etc)
• One (1) year of previous supervisory experience
• Knowledge of work order management software
• Possess a TCEQ Class D Water licenses or higher

Utility Line Technician job responsibilities include:

• Provides technical preventative maintenance to water and sewer lines
• Troubleshoots problems and complaints and provides customer service to residents, contractors, engineers and development personnel
• Performs line locations and uses a variety of tests and monitoring techniques to determine cause of problems
• Performs administrative duties by completing a variety of City specific forms, surveys, reports, work orders and requisitions and answering emails
• Maintains CCTV equipment and follows procedures for camera set-up
• Ensures safety of assigned workers

Working Conditions and Physical Demand:

Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling and lifting; depending on assignment. Incumbents may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, intense noises, gases, vibrations, chemicals, oils and workspace restrictions.

Heavy Work - Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting; depending on the assignment. Incumbents may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, intense noises, gases, vibrations, chemicals, oils, and workspace restrictions. Must be able to work outdoors in all extreme weather conditions.

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Conditions of Employment

The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor.

The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.

Closing Date/Time: Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Salary:

$22.90 - $28.62/hr.