Our Core Values
 We LOVE DeSoto
 •L- We lift up our community
 •O- We take ownership of our collective performance
 •V- We value and respect all employees
 •E- We empower employees to grow
 
The purpose of the position is to provide first line support to a work group or unit completing operational construction or maintenance activities. This is accomplished by planning and organizing jobs; overseeing maintenance and repairs; coordinating projects between departments; and maintaining records of work performed. Other duties may include training; and enforcing safety regulations.

• Works as lead for a unit or group by assigning work unit tasks; scheduling equipment and services; overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment; ensuring all safety practices are followed; and resolving unexpected problems;
• Schedules and assigns activities by reviewing and scheduling priorities; reviewing, recording, and filing work orders; and referring jobs for contract work;
• Facilitates a safe work environment by scheduling and attending trainings; scheduling safety meetings; ensuring safety equipment and risk practices are followed; and filing claims;
• Assists unit or group with tasks by repairing concrete and asphalt; removing trees; repairing drainage conditions; and evaluating street, drainage, and right-of-way conditions;
• Maintains records by entering work information; recording maintenance activities; and tracking job costs; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Or equivalent training, education, and /or experience; and
• Valid Texas Class A or Class B Driver's License.
• Must reside within a 30-minute response time 

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the construction and/or maintenance of water and wastewater systems;
• Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear, and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends;
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as front-end loaders; backhoes; skid steers and dump trucks;
• Ability to operate medium equipment such as chainsaws; concrete saws; and handsaws; and
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.