Full-Time
Utility Maintenance Mechanic I
City of Amarillo
Municipal government delivering public services
No salary listed
Amarillo, TX, USA
In Person
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- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- A Class D Water Operators License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality must be obtained and maintained within one year of hire.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- A working telephone is required for after-hours callbacks.
- The employee must be able to operate small office equipment, including copy machines and scanners.
- The employee must be able to operate computers for data entry and word processing.
- The employee must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English.
- The employee must be able to work cooperatively in a team setting.
- The employee must be able to safely operate and repair medium equipment and machinery, including pumps, drive motors, two- and four-cycle engines, and commercial mowers.
- The employee must be able to take measurements and perform mathematical computations required by the job duties.
- The employee must be able to use basic hand and power tools, including lawn care equipment, or demonstrate the aptitude necessary to be trained in their use.
- The employee must be able to work in confined spaces and areas requiring respiratory safety equipment, including paper masks, half-mask respirators, hoods, full-face respirators, positive-air-supplied masks, and self-contained breathing apparatus.
- The employee must be able to drive and operate various types of equipment used in the industry.
- The employee must be able to complete maintenance training courses outlined by the Maintenance Foreman.
- The employee must meet the physical requirements of the position, including exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds to move objects, as well as fingering, grasping, handling, lifting, walking, standing, hearing, crouching, reaching, speaking, seeing, talking, making rational decisions, and performing repetitive motions.
- The employee must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments where insects, snakes, and other animals may pose risks.
- Perform semi-skilled repair and maintenance tasks on equipment.
- Assist the Utility Maintenance Mechanic II with inspecting pumps, motors, and other equipment.
- Perform other required services and maintenance.
- Assist with servicing chemical feed equipment, valves, and control equipment at pump stations and well sites.
- Assist with repairing or replacing above-ground and underground water lines and air reliefs.
- Use hand tools to maintain equipment.
- Operate light equipment and trucks, including pulling and backing a trailer.
- Follow written and oral instructions.
- Assist with grounds and grounds-equipment maintenance.
- Implement preventive maintenance programs and help maintain maintenance records.
- Assist with pulling, setting, and repairing wells.
- Assist with constructing and making structural repairs to well houses and pumping stations.
- Work overtime and respond to telephone callbacks as required by workload or emergencies.
- Implement and ensure the use of safety programs and safety equipment.
- Work shifts that may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and inclement weather.
- One year of relevant maintenance experience is preferred.
- A Class A Commercial Driver's License with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements is preferred.
- Education in Industrial Maintenance is preferred.
What this entity does: The City of Amarillo provides municipal government services to residents and businesses in Amarillo, Texas, operating under a council-manager form where an elected city council makes policy and a city manager oversees daily administration. It delivers a wide range of public services including public safety (police and fire), water and wastewater utilities, solid waste management, public works, parks and recreation, and library services. It also runs the Amarillo City Transit and the Amarillo Civic Center Complex, and it partners with the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) to support economic growth. Funding mainly comes from property taxes, sales taxes, franchise fees, and charges for services. Its economic context includes ranching, railroads, oil, a major meatpacking industry, and regional facilities like Pantex.
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What believers are saying
- TWDB approved $60 million on August 6, 2026 for wastewater expansion planning.
- FY2025-2026 budget rose to $557 million, funding $108.9 million in capital projects.
- Airport grant agendas on September 2, 2026 fund compliance and taxiway redesign.
What critics are saying
- TCEQ flagged landfill violations before the May 2026 Stinky Fire, exposing compliance weaknesses.
- Rich Gagnon's July 22, 2026 resignation leaves technology and cybersecurity leadership gaps.
- Wastewater capacity must jump from 12 to 22 MGD; delays threaten service reliability.
What makes City of Amarillo unique
- Amarillo controls regional utilities, airport, transit, landfill, and civic center operations.
- The city bundles public safety with economic development through AEDC and council-manager governance.
- Emma, launched in 2026, gives residents 24-hour digital service access.
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Texas Water Development Board approves $60 million for Amarillo wastewater improvements. By I. F. Henderson Aug 6, 2026 The Texas Water Development Board approved on Aug. 6 financial assistance totaling $60,000,000 to the City of Amarillo in Randall and Potter counties for wastewater system improvements through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund. According to the board, the City will use this funding for planning and design related to expanding its wastewater treatment plant from 12 million gallons per day to 22 million gallons per day. The expansion project will include a new solid handling system, comprehensive real-time monitoring systems, clarifiers, headworks, pump stations, chemical feed systems for disinfection and nutrient removal, electrical and control systems with SCADA integration, as well as upgrades to existing infrastructure at the plant. Additionally, an asset management plan is planned. By utilizing this financing option from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF), Amarillo could save approximately $18,126,000 over the life of the loan. The Texas Water Development Board is responsible for collecting and disseminating water-related data in Texas and assists with regional water and flood planning while preparing state water and flood plans. The agency also administers cost-effective financial assistance programs supporting construction of water supply facilities, wastewater treatment projects, flood mitigation efforts and agricultural water conservation initiatives. The board provides funding for a variety of infrastructure projects across Texas communities, according to the official website. ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS STORY
Amarillo IT officer and Assistant City Manager Rich Gagnon resigns. Amarillo Globe-News July 2, 2026, 12:16 p.m. CT The City of Amarillo has announced the resignation of Assistant City Manager and Chief Technology Officer Rich Gagnon, effective July 22. No further details about the resignation were given in the announcement issued by the city Thursday, July 2. Gagnon has held several management positions with the city since 2016, including director of information technology, managing director and chief information officer. "Over the past decade, Rich Gagnon has played a vital role in advancing the technological and communication capabilities of the city for the betterment of citizens and the community," said City Manager Grayson Path. "The progress the city has made under Rich's leadership and guidance has been immeasurable, and he has vastly improved the city's ability to serve residents." In his recent position, Gagnon was responsible for departments such as Information Technology, the Amarillo Public Library, the Office of Engagement and Innovation, the Amarillo Civic Center, Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, Amarillo Public Health, Women Infants and Children (WIC), Amarillo City Transit, Community Development and Environmental Health. During his time with the city, Gagnon led initiatives in securing infrastructure and cybersecurity. He helped in modernizing broadband not only in Amarillo, but the Texas Panhandle with a historic multimillion-dollar public-private partnership with AT&T. He also led the creation of the city's first digital human/employee, Emma, who is the face of the city website, answering citizen questions and providing information 24 hours a day. "The best part of this job was never the technology - it was the people," Gagnon said. "I've had the privilege of working alongside some of the most dedicated, resourceful and service-minded teams I have ever had the opportunity to work with, and whatever we accomplished together, they made possible. I'm grateful for every one of them and Amarillo is blessed to have them." Kristina Wood is managing editor of the Amarillo Globe-News, whose coverage includes Amarillo and Canyon, and into the Texas Panhandle. Have a story idea? Send it in at [email protected]. Deal of the Day Recommendations are independently chosen by our editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. More Local Stories
Amarillo City Council hires firm to review landfill after Stinky Fire spread. by Matthew Watkins Wed, June 10, 2026 at 5:01 PM Aftermath of the Stinky Fire after rekindling and escaping the Amarillo Landfill. (Steve Douglass/KVII) AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) - Amarillo city leaders have approved hiring an outside firm to review operations at the City of Amarillo Landfill following the Stinky Fire that started there last month and spread into nearby neighborhoods. The Amarillo City Council approved a professional services agreement with Biggs & Mathews Environmental Inc. to conduct an operational assessment of the landfill. The agreement will cost up to $34,800 and will be paid for with general fund revenue. The item was not budgeted for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The city said the firm will evaluate landfill operations and recommend changes needed to meet Texas Commission on Environmental Quality permit requirements and industry best practices. The TCEQ issued the city a notice of violation, saying the landfill was not properly covering trash to prevent fires weeks before the Stinky Fire began. City Manager Grayson Path previously announced several changes at the landfill in response to the violation and the fire, including additional steps to address trash coverage, cleanup, monitoring and fire prevention. The city said no formal procurement process was conducted for the new agreement because the contract is less than $50,000 and the review is time-sensitive. Instead, it contacted other regional landfills to identify qualified firms, and Biggs & Mathews was the first to respond in the short time available. SPONSORED CONTENT MORE TO EXPLORE
Library of Things coming soon. Share Share, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option For months, Amarillo Public Library has been working to create a new collection of items to serve APL cardholders and now the Library of Things is ready to launch on April 20! A library of things is a collection of objects to loan which differ from the traditional library offerings of books and media. Items in a library of things often include kitchen appliances, tools, gardening equipment, electronics, toys and games, art and science equipment, musical instruments, and recreational equipment such as sports and outdoors gear. Especially appropriate are objects that are useful occasionally but costly to purchase or cumbersome to store, such as specialized cookware or niche technology items. The APL Library of Things will be housed at the Downtown Library, which has adequate storage for the new collection. APL Director of Library Services Amanda Barrera says the library of things movement is a growing trend in public, academic, and special libraries in many countries. "Libraries in the US that offer a library of things have found it to be a useful service that saves money and improves quality of life for their patrons. We are grateful to the Friends of the Library, the Library Advisory Board, Panhandle Gives donors, and City of Amarillo leadership for helping make the APL Library of Things a reality." Friends of the Amarillo Public Library made the APL Library of the Things the focus of its 2025 participation in The Panhandle Gives, and all the funds raised through the Amarillo Area Foundation's annual philanthropy campaign were dedicated to creation of the new collection. To access the Library of Things, patrons must be APL cardholders, at least 18 years old, with an account in good standing that has been registered for at least 90 days. Patrons will place items on hold, and they will be available to pick up the following day. Barrera says the list of things that will eventually be part of the collection is extensive, but for now, APL is starting small. "The Library of Things will require a different set of procedures for check out and check in. Many items will have multiple pieces that have to be verified when an article leaves and when it is returned. Starting with just a few things will help us discover what kind of challenges this new service might present and make it a more positive experience for our cardholders." The initial collection will include: * OBD Code Reader (automotive diagnostic tool) * Jumper Cables * Knitting Machine * Plein Air Easel * Reel Lawn Mower * Lawn Aerator * Croquet Set * Golf Clubs * Food Vacuum Sealer * Cake Pan Set * Karaoke Machine * Ghost Hunting Kit * Otamatone * Picture Hanging Kit (stepstool, laser level, stud finder) * Sander * Tool Kit * Wrench Set * Excel Power Meter * Radon Detector
City of Amarillo receives JustServe City Award. AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) - The City of Amarillo and Mayor Cole Stanley received an award, the JustServe City Award, from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. According to officials from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the JustServe City award is an award that honors the city's dedication to promoting and supporting volunteerism and creating a culture of service that uplifts individuals. Officials note that JustServe cities are recognized for their commitment to: * Connecting volunteers with meaningful opportunities. * Fostering collaboration among civic, faith-based, and nonprofit organizations. * Encouraging inclusive service for all ages and backgrounds. * Celebrating the power of community-driven change. Officials note that Amarillo is joining 103 other cities in the United States that have received the honor of being a JustServe city. For the latest Amarillo news and regional updates, check with MyHighPlains.com and tune in to KAMR Local 4 News at 5:00, 6:00, and 10:00 p.m. and Fox 14 News at 9:00 p.m. CST.