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Utility Technician (DCOPS) **ELIGIBLE FOR HIRING/RETENTION INCENTIVE**

San Antonio Water System

San Antonio Water System

USD 20-20 / hour
Posted on Jun 21, 2025

UTILITY TECHNICIAN
Grade 13 - Starting Hourly Rate: $20.00. The rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Hiring/Retention Incentive
External candidates who are hired by SAWS will receive a $1,000 Hiring Incentive. This incentive will be split into two payments of $500. The two payments will be made to the new hire on their second and fourth paycheck after they are hired. Upon successful completion of the new hire’s six-month introductory period, the new hire will also be eligible for an additional $1,000 Retention Incentive, which will be paid during their seventh month of employment with SAWS. Full-time benefits currently include medical and dental plan coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, paid leave and holidays, tuition reimbursement, and others as further outlined on www.saws.org.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
The Utility Technician is responsible for a variety of manual and semi-skilled labor duties for the repair, construction, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system. The position required a valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or obtain within six months of employment/assignment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Utility Technician: Click here for full job description.

Required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and rotating shifts.

Work Location:
Northside Operations Center - 15103 Capital Port Dr., San Antonio, TX 78249


Northeast Service Center - 18106 Judson Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247


Eastside Service Center - 3930 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78220


Westside Operations Center - 2903 Hunt Lane, San Antonio, TX 78245


Steven Clouse Water Recycling Center - 3495 Valley Road, San Antonio, TX 78221