The City of Lockhart is seeking a dependable, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a Full-time Cashier/Customer Service Representative in a team-oriented, fast paced environment.  Employee will be responsible for all customer transactions, answer customer inquiries and update customer records as needed, accept utility service applications, permits and business licenses and miscellaneous City accounts receivables and perform other duties as assigned.  Qualification requirements include: HS Diploma or GED; 2 years cash handling required; billing & accounts receivable experience preferred; proficient in Microsoft Office applications; must be able to type 40 WPM; 10-key by touch; must be able to keep customer information confidential and deter identity theft. 

Starting pay: $15.10 hr. 

Applications may be picked up at City Hall, 308 W. San Antonio St., Lockhart, Tx, (512) 398-3461 or online at www.lockhart-tx.org.

Application deadline: Open until filled. An equal opportunity employer.

Job Description - Cashier / Customer Service Representative

The City of Lockhart is currently accepting applications for the position of Staff Accountant.  This position performs various accounting functions for the City including journal entries, reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, grant accounting, purchasing, and reporting.  Requirements include: Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or any other bachelor’s degree that includes at least 18 semester hours in accounting coursework. Preferred 2 to 3 years of accounting experience in a governmental setting. Strong Excel skills, type 40wpm and use 10-key by touch. Salary range is $ 22.71 - $34.07 DOQ. City benefits include: Vacation/Sick leave, 13 Holidays, employee health insurance, and a 20-year full retirement plan.

Application and Job Description available at City Hall, 308 W. San Antonio St. Lockhart, 78644 during normal business hours or be selecting the links below.  Position open until filled.

The City of Lockhart is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City of Lockhart, Texas, is accepting applications from qualified applicants for the position of Public Information Officer.  Position open until filled. 

With a population of 15,200 and known as the “BBQ Capital of Texas,” Lockhart is located 25 miles from Austin and just 15 miles from San Marcos.  It is easily accessible via Highway 183 and SH 130 Tollway.  The City has 160 employees and operates under a council-manager form of government.  The Public Information Officer reports to the City Manager and is responsible for establishing and maintaining external and internal communications which include media relations, publicity, fostering civic involvement and heightening awareness for City activities, services and programs.  This position serves as general support to all departments by promoting and organizing informative activities that benefit the community. 

Minimum education requirement:  Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Relations or related field OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.    

Experience requirement:  Prefer 2 years of relevant experience in journalism and public relations.

Salary:  Compensation commensurate with experience.

City benefits include vacation and sick leave accumulation, thirteen paid holidays, employee health insurance, and a 20-year full retirement plan in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with the City contributing 12% and the employee 6%.

The City of Lockhart is an equal opportunity employer.

The job description that includes the applicant's signature on the last page must be submitted with the Application for Employment. Select a link below to view the job description or to download the employment application:

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Job Description - Public Information Officer

The City of Lockhart is accepting applications for full-time and PRN Paramedic positions.  The candidates must be Texas Certified or licensed paramedics and possess an advanced cardiac life support certificate (ACLS) and a pediatric advanced life support certificate (PALS).  High School diploma or GED required.  The salary range is $18 - $27 per hour, DOQ.  Applications may be obtained at City Hall, Personnel Office, 308 W. San Antonio St., Lockhart, TX Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. or online at www.lockhart-tx.org  EOE

City benefits include vacation and sick leave accumulation, thirteen paid holidays, employee health insurance, and membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with the City contributing 12% and the employee 6%.

Position is open until filled. 

The job description that includes the applicant's signature on the last page must be submitted with the Application for Employment. Select the link below to view the job description or to download the employment application:

Job Description - Paramedic

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The City of Lockhart is accepting applications for the position of Telecommunicator (dispatch).  Will train, no experience required.  Person will take both Emergency and Non-Emergency calls for the City, Fire, Police, and EMS. Applicants must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Dispatching experience preferred. Shift work. Extensive background check. Starting salary is $22.16 per hour. Applications may be obtained at City Hall, Personnel Office, 308 W. San Antonio St., Lockhart, TX Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. or online at www.lockhart-tx.org  Position is open until filled.

The City of Lockhart is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.

The job description that includes the applicant's signature on the last page must be submitted with the Application for Employment. Select a link below to view the job description or to download the employment application:

Job Description - Telecommunicator

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The City of Lockhart is accepting applications for the position of Street Worker.  Applications may be obtained at City Hall, 308 W. San Antonio St., in the Personnel Department, during normal business hours or at www.lockhart-tx.org . 

Applicants must possess a valid Texas Driver’s license; must have a good driving record; Applicant must live within 25 minutes of City Limits of Lockhart for timely response to public emergencies.  Experience performing all types of street repairs preferred; operates one or more equipment items for street repairs/maintenance; street markings/painting; drives brush truck and operates brush chipper; cuts brush; sign installation/repairs; fence repairs/installations; works at recycling center occasionally; other labor tasks; and drives dump trucks. 

Successful applicant must pass post offer physical.  At times, this position requires working before and after normal work hours.  The starting wage is $14.25 hr. depending on experience and qualifications.  Benefits include health and dental insurance, paid holidays; vacation/sick leave benefits and membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System.

Position is open until filled.

The City of Lockhart is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The job description that includes the applicant's signature on the last page must be submitted with the Application for Employment. Select a link below to view the job description or to download the employment application:

Job Description - Street Worker

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Animal Shelter Attendant - Part-time AND Full-time positions available:   The City of Lockhart is seeking a self-motivating, honest; dependable, and caring individual for full-time employment as an Animal Shelter Attendant.  Schedule includes weekends and weekdays.  Candidate must be self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision.  Must be 18 years of age, High School diploma or GED.  Knowledge of animals and diseases of animals preferred.  Must have good customer relation skills.  Salary range $13.44 - $16.81 per hour.  Job includes cleaning the animal shelter and caring for the animals. 

Applications and job description may be obtained on the City website at www.lockhart-tx.org or at City Hall, 308 W. San Antonio St, Lockhart, Texas 78644 and will be received at City Hall until the position is filled.  The City of Lockhart is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Open until filled. 

The job description that includes the applicant's signature on the last page must be submitted with the Application for Employment. Select a link below to view the job description or to download the employment application:

Job Description - Animal Shelter Attendant

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The City of Lockhart is accepting applications for Class A Electric Lineman. Applications are available at City Hall, 308 W. San Antonio Street or online at www.lockhart-tx.org  Benefits include a 20 year retirement plan (City matches 2 to 1), employee medical/life/dental insurance, sick/vacation leave, 12 paid holidays and deferred compensation.  $32.21 - $48.32 per hour DOQ.

Position requires a minimum of 5 years experience, able to climb poles or specialize in underground locates, operate digger truck, bucket truck and back yard machine.  Job knowledge in the following areas: reading, connecting/disconnecting electric meters, framing, installation and construction of distribution overhead and underground power lines and installation/maintenance of street lights. Do over-head, underground and secondary terminations. Hands on work on energized power line circuits and secondary lines. Trim trees away from high voltage and secondary power lines. Trouble shoots electrical power outages; switch feeders from various locations within the power system to minimize customer outages. Accurately complete daily tracking, mileage and other routine paper work and knowledge of basic computer (word/ excel). Must have knowledge of three phase and single phase over-head and underground transformer installations. Must be able to be on 24 hour call out and be able to respond within 25 minutes to the trouble call site or warehouse. Due to safety capacity limitations of service work bucket truck, combined personal weight, materials and tools cannot exceed 300 pounds. High school diploma or G.E.D required. Must have valid Texas Operator’s License and must be able to obtain Texas CDL License within 90 days of hire. Non-smoking environment.

Position open until filled.

The City of Lockhart is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

The job description that includes the applicant's signature on the last page must be submitted with the Application for Employment. Select a link below to view the job description or to download the employment application:

Job Description - Class A Lineman

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The City of Lockhart is accepting applications for an Economic Development Specialist that will assist and provide a professional level of assistance to the Economic Development Department.  This position coordinates economic development, implementation, planning, marketing and research work to implement programs and policies of broadening retail, commercial, and industrial base within Lockhart.  Under general direction of the Economic Development Director. 

This position requires bachelor’s degree in government, political science, economics, business, marketing, or related field.  Two to three years of economic development experience in a governmental setting is preferred. 

Benefits include a 20-year full retirement under the Texas Municipal Retirement System, employee health insurance, 13 holidays, and standard sick/vacation leave.  Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Applications and job description may be obtained on the City website at www.lockhart-tx.org or at City Hall, 308 W. San Antonio St, Lockhart, Texas 78644 and will be received at City Hall until the position is filled.  The City of Lockhart is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The job description that includes the applicant's signature on the last page must be submitted with the Application for Employment. Select a link below to view the job description or to download the employment application:

Job Description - Economic Development Specialist 

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The City of Lockhart is accepting applications for Water/Wastewater System Operator.  Prefer experience in construction of water and sewer utilities, mechanical abilities, operate various types of equipment; dump truck, sewer pressure washing equipment, sewer main video camera, water main tapping tools, underground bore equipment.  Must be available for on call duty and be able to respond within 25 minutes to the call site or warehouse.  The applicant shall have a High School Diploma or GED, valid Texas Drivers License, possess or obtain within 18 months of employment water/wastewater license from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.  Pay range $15.10 - $18.88 per hr. DOQ.  Apply at City Hall, 308 W. San Antonio St., Lockhart, TX. or at www.lockhart-tx.org   

Position open until filled.

The City of Lockhart is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

The job description that includes the applicant's signature on the last page must be submitted with the Application for Employment. Select a link below to view the job description or to download the employment application:

Job Description - Water / Wastewater System Operator

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