Street Maintenance Worker

Our client is looking for a Street Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of semi-skilled work in the construction, modification, maintenance, installation, and repair of infrastructure including, but not limited to, streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, roadway base and sub-base, guard rails, asphalt pavement, crack seal application, concrete repair, traffic and street sign installation/repair/reflectivity, pavement markings, storm drains, pipes, and catch basins; uses and operates a variety of manual and power tools, light to heavy power driven equipment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs construction, maintenance, and repair activities of streets and roadways to ensure safe and efficient access for the public, including alleys, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, roadway base and sub-base, guard rails, asphalt pavement, crack seal application, concrete repair, traffic and street sign installation, repair, and reflectivity, and pavement markings.

• Maintains asphalt by demolishing and preparing areas to be resurfaced and applying, raking, compacting, and paving appropriate materials to the surface and cleaning up work areas.

• Seals cracks by cleaning and preparing surfaces with the appropriate equipment and applying crack sealing material and applicable chemicals to the surface.

• Maintains concrete by attending to trip hazards, demolishing and removing concrete, and forming, pouring, and finishing sidewalks, handicap ramps, curbs, and gutters.

• Operates construction and concrete cutting and breaking equipment such as a jackhammer; constructs concrete forms, pours concrete, and assists in finishing concrete and masonry work.

• Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signs by making signs and installing sign posts and signs in accordance with federal, state, and city codes.

• Fabricates and repairs signs including street name signs and signposts; installs and maintains municipal sign posts, signs, and pavement markings.

• Inspects premises for graffiti vandalism, uses appropriate chemicals and high-pressure equipment to remove graffiti.

• Applies pesticides and herbicides using a chemical sprayer; performs pest control using regulated chemicals.

• Trims and prunes bushes, trees, and shrubs to provide clearance of sidewalks, signs, medians and drains.

• Performs legend painting and striping of streets and parking lots using appropriate materials.

• Performs a variety of minor repair and preventative maintenance tasks on vehicles and equipment; refuels vehicles and equipment; transports vehicles for service, testing, and/or repair.

• Maintains, troubleshoots, and operates the electronic fleet fueling system.

• Inspects assigned infrastructure for safety issues, structural integrity, and possible future work projects and programs, and appropriately marks areas that need to be repaired.

• Operates and maintains specialized vehicles and a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of construction systems and facilities.

• Monitors and oversees the work of third-party contractors as assigned.

• Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed.

• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.

• Maintains public facilities, shop and garage areas, storage sites, and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.

• Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work sites and special events to ensure safe conditions for the public and workers.

• Communicates with residents regarding concerns and/or issues.

• Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.

• Attends meetings and maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.

• Responds to after-hours emergencies as required.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, standards, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.

• Principles, practices, tools, and materials for maintaining and repairing streets and roadways, including alleys, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, roadway base and sub-base, guard rails, asphalt pavement, crack seal application, concrete repair, traffic and street sign installation, repair, and reflectivity, and pavement markings; as well as storm drains, pipes, and catch basins.

• Traffic control procedures and traffic sign regulations.

• The operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and light to heavy power equipment.

• Operational characteristics of specialized construction maintenance and repair equipment.

• Occupational hazards and safety equipment and practices related to the work, including the handling of hazardous chemicals.

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and staff.

• Basic mathematics.

• Safe driving rules and practices.

• Record keeping principles and procedures.

• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.

• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and staff.

Ability to:

• Learn, explain, and apply federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, standards, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.

• Perform basic construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work on streets and roadways, including alleys, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, roadway base and sub-base, guard rails, asphalt pavement, crack seal application, concrete repair, traffic and street sign installation, repair, and reflectivity, and pavement markings; as well as storm drains, pipes, and catch basins.

• Troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for repair.

• Perform assigned maintenance and repair duties with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.

• Operate specialized construction maintenance and repair equipment.

• Set up and operate traffic area construction zones, including cones, barricades, and flagging.

• Read, interpret, and apply technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and schematics.

• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

• Make accurate arithmetic calculations.

• Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and light to heavy equipment required for the work.

• Perform routine equipment maintenance.

• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Learn and follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties.

• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.

• Effectively use computer systems, software, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.

• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Full-Time

Pay = $25-30/hr (DOE)