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Public Works Technician II

4 x 10hr days$44k - $54kOnsite · Forney, USA

City of Forney

Public Works Technician II

SALARY

$21.26 - $25.77 Hourly

$1,700.71 - $2,061.46 Biweekly

$44,218.35 - $53,598.00 Annually

LOCATION

Public Works - 402 N Bois D'Arc St, Forney, TX

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

202500227

DEPARTMENT

Public Works

DIVISION

Water

OPENING DATE

06/04/2026

SALARY

$21.26 - $25.77 Hourly

$1,700.71 - $2,061.46 Biweekly

$44,218.35 - $53,598.00 Annually

LOCATION

Public Works - 402 N Bois D'Arc St, Forney, TX

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

202500227

DEPARTMENT

Public Works

DIVISION

Water

OPENING DATE

06/04/2026

Description

Join our team as a Public Works Technician II - Water and make a lasting impact in our community!  Under supervision, this position will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled assignments in the construction, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of City Public Water Supply (PWS), water distribution systems, storage tanks, and pumping facilities.

Examples of Duties

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

  • Performs duties associated with water distribution, including installing, connecting, relocating, adjusting, testing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing water mains, valves, hydrants, pumps, and other equipment, cutting and fitting pipes.
  • Operates equipment, tools, and motor vehicles such as trucks, loaders, backhoes, and other similar maintenance or construction equipment safely.
  • Safely operates equipment and tools used at work sites as required; places traffic control flags, signs, and cones to direct traffic around work sites, and operates and maintains hand and power tools.
  • Performs routine maintenance and repair on pump stations; ensures various work sites are restored following completion of work.
  • Loads and unloads materials using power equipment.
  • Responds tactfully to questions and comments from the public and delegates to appropriate staff.
  • On-call for emergency situations and assists with special events.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: No direct supervision exercised; may exercise functional supervision for assigned tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Possess a valid driver’s license
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • One (1) year of experience in manual labor, general construction, water utility systems repair, or a related field.
  • Experience with heavy equipment operation preferred.

Applications may be obtained by visiting our website at www.forneytx.gov and submitting online. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Resumes may be attached to the application however will NOT be accepted in lieu of the official application form.

Preferences

Special Requirements:

  • Possess or obtain a Class A CDL within one (1) year of hire.

EmployerCity of Forney

Address

401 Pinson Road

Forney, Texas, 75126

Phone 972-552-6670

Websitehttps://www.forneytx.gov

EmployerCity of ForneyPhone 972-552-6670 Websitehttps://www.forneytx.govAddress

401 Pinson Road

Forney, Texas, 75126

Public Works Technician II Supplemental Questionnaire* QUESTION 1 Please list your driver's license number. (If you do not have a drivers license please enter NA)

  • QUESTION 2 Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

Less than High School completion

High School or GED equivalency

Technical or Community College attendance

Technical School completion

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Ph.D.

Juris Doctorate

  • QUESTION 3 How many years of experience do you have in manual labor, general construction, water utility systems repair, or a related field? Please Note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.

Less than 1 year

At least 1 year but less than 2 years

At least 2 years but less than 3 years

At least 3 years but less than 5 years

5 or more years

  • QUESTION 4 Indicate your level of experience with water operations.

No Experience

At Least 1 year but less than 2 years

At least 2 years but less than 3 years

At least 3 years but less than 5 years

5 years or more

  • QUESTION 5 Please select the following equipment/ heavy equipment you have experience using.

Backhoe

Dump Truck

Hauling Trailer

Pump Truck

Hydro Jet

Shovel

Various Hand Tools

  • QUESTION 6 I understand that I have or must obtain a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License within one (1) year of employment?

Yes

No

  • Required Question