City of Lufkin Employment

Applications are also available at Lufkin City Hall, 300 E. Shepherd, Atrium, Lufkin, Texas 75901. Applications may be submitted online, or delivered in person at the previous address or faxed to 936-633-0408.

  • Job vacancy postings are posted on the bulletin board inside the Atrium, City Hall, 300 E. Shepherd, Lufkin, Texas 75901 and on this website
  • A separate application must be completed for each prospective position sought
  • Only applications for currently posted jobs will be accepted
  • Submit a job application online
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Now Hiring:

ANIMAL SERVICES - Animal Care Associate

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Clean, disinfect, and maintain shelter area
  • Feed, water, bathe, dip, and exercise animals
  • Provide humane sheltering services
  • Safely and humanely handle animals
  • Perform animal related healthcare activities
  • Ensure the safety of animals and people
  • Maintain required records in the shelter’s database
  • Provide information to the public
  • Transfer animals between kennels and cages
  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions

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ANIMAL SERVICES - Control Officer

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Patrol designated areas
  • Capturing and impounding dangerous or stray animals
  • Maintain animal traps
  • Respond to citizen complaints
  • Must Be available for emergency calls

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ELLEN TROUT ZOO - General Curator

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Manages our Animal Care Team and our Facilities Team
  • Foster an atmosphere of inclusion, teamwork and safety
  • Create a memorable guest experience
  • Participate as a member of exhibit design teams
  • Perform facility and exhibit maintenance

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ENGINEERING SERVICES - City Engineer

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Manage the construction of public works projects
  • Manage floodplain development
  • Provide engineering design services for City projects
  • Provide technical expertise on plan review
  • Provide recommendations for construction plans
  • Develop and implement engineering design standards
  • Responsible for implementation of capital projects
  • Develop, implement, and monitor professional services
  • Evaluate and respond to technical inquiries
  • Review exhibits for right of way acquisition
  • Conduct site inspections as necessary 
  • Evaluate and respond to public and city inquiries

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ENGINEERING SERVICES - Engineer-In-Training

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Review plans for regulatory compliance
  • Develop construction documents
  • Perform project design calculations
  • Coordinate project tasks
  • Manage the construction phase of Projects
  • Review and compose drainage reports
  • Support the private development process
  • Respond to citizen inquiries and complaints

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ELLEN TROUT ZOO - Office Assistant

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Provides clerical and cashier assistance
  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic
  • Basic Accounting experience
  • Ability to interact positively with the public
  • Knowledge of business English
  • Ability to supervise work of others

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FLEET MAINTENANCE - Lead Mechanic

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Oversee automotive mechanics
  • Repair and maintain all city equipment
  • Assist in the supervision of the garage
  • Advise supervisor of matters deserving attention
  • Assist in purchasing repair parts/supplies
  • Maintenance of necessary catalogs/records
  • Must be available for emergency calls

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FLEET SERVICES - Preventive Maintenance Technician

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Maintain reasonable fleet work order turnaround
  • Maintain safe operation of vehicles and equipment
  • Comply with applicable requirements
  • Execute preventative maintenance and repair schedules
  • Other duties as assigned

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FINANCE - Accounts Payable Associate

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Process invoices, purchase orders & expense reports
  • Resolve issues with vendors or internal customers
  • Prepare and execute electronic payments
  • Maintain vendor relationships
  • Ensure compliance with accounting regulations
  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities
  • Generate and maintain reports and records
  • Assist in financial statement preparation
  • Help resolve other departments financial issues

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FINANCE - EMS Accounting Associate

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Answering the phone
  • Taking and posting payments to patient accounts
  • Insurance verification
  • Records requests
  • May be required to assist in the billing process

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HUMAN RESOURCES - Senior Clerk

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Logs in workers’ claims and maintains files and records
  • Upholds proper confidentiality as required by the HR Department
  • Serves as liaison between team members and insurance carrier
  • Maintains HR budget
  • Completes travel request and expense reports

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INSPECTION SERVICES - Code Enforcement Officer

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Conduct routine inspections of properties
  • Investigate complaints from residents 
  • Communicate with public about code violations
  • Issue warnings, citations, and violation notices
  • Maintain accurate records of enforcement actions
  • Provide expert testimony and evidence in court
  • Collaborate with other city departments
  • Assist in improving code enforcement within the city
  • Participate in community outreach and education
  • Keep up-to-date with changes in regulations

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KURTH MEMORIAL LIBRARY - Part-Time Library Aide

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Assist patrons with checkout, registrations
  • Collect fines/fees using ILS computer
  • Answer multiple phone lines
  • Assist patrons with databases & materials selection
  • Assist with programming, promotions & outreach
  • Shelve, shift and straighten materials

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PARKS AND RECREATION - Concession Stand Workers

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REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • 16-18 year olds must have written parental/guardian consent
  • Must be able to lift items weighing 10 pounds and less
  • Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop

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POLICE DEPARTMENT - Communications Operator (911 Dispatcher)

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Answer both emergency and non-emergency calls
  • Acquire information and assess the circumstances
  • Operate a multi-channel radio system
  • Receive and transmit pertinent information on calls
  • Monitor activities of emergency services
  • Maintain location and call status of all emergency units
  • Confirms stolen property and wanted/missing persons
  • Maintain records and data for items such as warrants
  • Comprehend and apply City Ordinances and policies
  • Communicate courteously and clearly

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STREET DEPARTMENT - Crew Leader III

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Lead and supervise a team of street personnel
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute street repair projects
  • Promote a culture of safety within the crew
  • Operate and oversee the use of equipment
  • Inspect work to ensure it meets quality standards
  • Maintain inventory of materials and supplies
  • Assist in managing the crew’s budget
  • Maintain accurate records of work performed
  • Train and mentor crew members

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STREET DEPARTMENT - Driver II

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Operation of heavy trucks and trailers
  • Transport materials for the construction
  • Provide labor as needed including 
  • Maintain daily records
  • Minor maintenance and repairs to trucks
  • Clean culverts and drains during flood conditions

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VISIT LUFKIN - Ice Technician

The Ice Technician is responsible for the day-to-day ice maintenance and resurfacing, and repairs to equipment in compliance with all regulations, standards, and guidelines.

DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Responsible for the day-to-day ice maintenance, resurfacing, and following Ice-America reporting policies
  • Make repairs to equipment
  • Enforce compliance with all regulations, standards, and guidelines
  • Performs other duties as assigned

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VISIT LUFKIN - Ice Rink Cashier

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Handle cash
  • Manage a cash drawer
  • Process credit card transactions
  • Interact with customers daily
  • Other duties as assigned

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VISIT LUFKIN - On-Ice Skate Monitor

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Help customers on and off the ice
  • Ensure the safety of skaters & participants
  • Interact with customers daily
  • Other duties as assigned

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WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT - Crew Leader III

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QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Valid Texas Driver License: Class “B” CDL preferred
  • Grade “C” Wastewater Certification preferred
  • 5 years of experience required
  • Experience in a leadership or management role preferred

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WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT - Superintendent

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Oversee the operations of treatment facility
  • Manage a team of 18 employees
  • Optimize plant performance and reduce cost
  • Manage plant’s budget
  • Identify long-term plant goals and objectives
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations
  • Collaborate with departments and external agencies
  • Prepare and present reports as required

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WATER & SEWER UTILITIES - Heavy Equipment Operator

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • General labor, maintenance and repair work
  • Operates motorized/specialized equipment and vehicles
  • Maintains City’s water, sewer systems, & infrastructure

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WATER & SEWER UTILITIES - Light Equipment Operator

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DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Perform skilled and semi-skilled general labor
  • Operate motorized/specialized equipment
  • Maintain the City’s water and sewer systems
  • Transport material, vehicles, and equipment
  • Perform maintenance on vehicles & equipment
  • Complete required daily logs and reports
  • Is assigned to an on-call schedule as needed
  • Perform various other duties as assigned

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