Maintenance Worker I Government Job Dept-Public Works – Streets Full Time

The Position

Under direct supervision, learns to and performs a variety of work in the construction, modification, maintenance, repair, and operation of Town infrastructure, including streets, traffic controls and structures; and performs related work as required.

Job Functions

• Operates specialized vehicles and a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of Town streets and related facilities.
• Provides for the maintenance and repair of Town streets and roadways, including loading and unloading asphalt; transporting necessary materials, tools, and equipment; digging trenches by hand; shoveling and spreading asphalt; patching, painting and striping, and repairing streets by filling in potholes; digging out and patching damaged pavement; and finishing concrete as required.
• Provides installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs, including installing sign posts and signs in accordance with Town, State, and Federal codes.
• Performs a variety of weed abatement duties to eliminate hazards to vehicles and pedestrians; trims trees and bushes to clear traffic signs and roadways; removes debris and other hazards from street, roadways, and sidewalks.
• Performs a variety of duties in the maintenance of drainage structures to ensure efficient drainage, including inspecting structures, cleaning drains and gutters, and reporting any needs for repair or reconstruction.
• Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work sites to ensure safe conditions for the general public and Town workers.
• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Operates and maintains light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment and trucks appropriate to the functional area of assignment.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed.
• Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.
• Orders supplies and materials as needed and as directed.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Required: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and one (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance, or repair of streets and traffic. Knowledge of road repair, weed abatement, and current Class B license is highly desired. Must be available to work on-call when needed.

License:

• Valid California class C driver’s license with satisfactory driving record and automobile insurance.
• Ability to obtain a class B Commercial driver license within a timeframe specified by the Town.