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 $15.49 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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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 $16.41 – 20.52 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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The City of Lockhart is seeking dependable, honest, and caring individuals for full-time employment as Animal Shelter Attendant/ACO. Candidate must be self motivated and be able to work without direct supervision. Must be 18 years of age, High School diploma or GED, Valid Texas Operator’s license with a good driving record & have good customer relations skills. Knowledge of animals and diseases of animals preferred.  Must be able to be on call and work weekends and holidays.  Must be able to attend and successfully complete Animal Control Officer Certification course, Euthanization and CEU Courses as they become available as a condition of employment. Salary starts at $15.49 per hour. Job includes cleaning the animal shelter and caring for the animals.  Application and Job Description available at City Hall, 308 W San Antonio St, Lockhart, 78644 or www.lockhart-tx.org .  Position 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 - Animal Shelter Attendant/ACO

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The City of Lockhart is accepting applications for the Full time position of Meter Reader.  The job requires applicants to read electric and water meters and record consumption accurately in a timely manner. Connect and disconnect meters, walk long distances in a required length of time, be computer literate, able to utilize computerized reading devices, and possess excellent customer service skills. A high school diploma or G.E.D. and valid Texas drivers license is required, electrical background and experience preferred.   Starting pay range is $16.41 to $20.52 per hour depending on qualifications.  Applications can be picked up at City Hall, Human Resources, 308 W. San Antonio St. or on line at www.lockhart-tx.org.  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 - Meter Reader

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Position Overview

The Assistant City Manager (ACM) reports directly to the City Manager and plays a vital role in City administration. This position supports the planning, management, and review of City operations, assists in implementing City Council policies and goals, and provides strategic leadership and oversight to assigned departments. Assigned departments will be determined by the experience and background of the selected candidate and the needs of the City. The ACM also fulfills the duties of the City Manager during their absence.

Candidate Profile

The next Assistant City Manager for Lockhart will be a servant leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, is approachable and adaptable, and brings both operational skills and a strategic mindset. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to customer service, problem-solving, and team development, and will be capable of building trust across the organization while leading with humility and purpose.

To Apply

The City of Lockhart has engaged Clear Career Professionals, LLC to manage this recruitment process.

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume (PDF format) by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 5, 2025 through the Clear Career Professionals website: Lockhart Assistant City Manager | Clear Career Professionals, LLC

Faxed and mailed submissions will not be considered.

For more information, please contact:
Michael Boese, President
Clear Career Professionals, LLC
michael@clearcareerpro.com | (214) 550-2850 Ext. #4

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.  $33.50 - $50.25 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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