Construction and Maintenance Leader

City-of-Lubbock,-T; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lubbock seeks a Supervising worker to lead a small construction crew on diverse public works projects. You will assist the foreman in planning, estimate resources, and contribute to ice-weather street maintenance activities. The role requires CDL and safety-focused operation of municipal equipment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with 3 years in public works, and the ability to obtain water and wastewater licenses within 3 years of hire. A physical exam is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years in public works construction/maintenance.
• Physical exam required.
• Valid CDL.
• Within 3 years, obtain Class C Water license and Wastewater II license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a small crew and assist foreman in planning work.
• Estimate materials, manpower, and equipment for projects.
• Assist street maintenance work including sealing cracks and patches.
• Operate trucks, street sweepers, and related equipment as needed.
• Maintain equipment and ensure tools are available for each job.

Skills

Supervise others

Estimating

Read blueprints

Communication

Safety practices

Operate vehicle

Education

High school diploma + 3 years experience

Tools

CDL

Water license

Wastewater license

Job description

Supervises and assists in the work of a small crew in the construction and maintenance of a wide variety of public works projects or jobs.

• Supervise a small work crew; assist construction and maintenance foreman in planning work to be done; maintain time cards;
• Estimate materials, manpower, and equipment needs for various projects;
• Assist work crews in street maintenance work including sealing cracks, patching holes, repairing paving cuts, and operating salt spreaders during icy weather;
• Maintain equipment, and insure that proper tools are brought to each job;
• Operate trucks, street sweepers, front end loaders, crackseal machines, or distributor; assist in the setting up of traffic control devices or baricades;
• Assist in employee selection, evaluation, and disciplinary activities;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three years of experience in public works construction and maintenance; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

• Physical exam required
• Valid current Commercial Driver's License
• Pipeline Maintenance - Able to obtain Class C Water license and Wastewater II distribution license issued by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within 3 years of hire.

Knowledge of:

• Methods and techniques of public works construction and maintenance;
• Proper safety practices.

Ability to:

• Supervise others;
• Estimate material, manpower, and equipment needs for various projects;
• Follow oral and written instructions;
• Keep simple records;
• Read and understand maps and blueprints;
• Communicate effectively with others;
• Perform construction and maintenance activities related to public works

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds
• Occasionally climb ladders, stairs, and other inclined surfaces
• Frequently walk and stand during the shift.
• Occasionally bend and kneel during the shift.
• Frequently push and pull objects.
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
• Rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
• Reach above, at, or below shoulder height.
• Frequently coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.