Maintenance Specialist I

City of Midland, TX; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Midland, Texas is seeking a maintenance worker to support street maintenance and traffic operations. The role involves operating light equipment, painting markings, and performing inspections to ensure safe, efficient movement of traffic.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a valid Texas Class C driver's license. A flexible schedule with occasional on-call duties is possible, with safety training provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required.
• Valid Class C Texas driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized equipment and hand/power tools.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Paint lane lines, curbs and install roadway markings.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe condition.
• Keep worksite and vehicles organized and clean.
• Complete work orders and status reports.
• Assist Traffic Operations with setup of work zones and on-call duties as needed.

Skills

Construction & road maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Instructions comprehension

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Tools

Light equipment operation

Job description

Responsible for operating some motorized equipment, hand/power tools and assist Equipment Operators in the installation and maintenance of devices that provide for the orderly and predictable movement of all motorized, non-motorized and pedestrian traffic.

• Performs pre-trip/post-trip vehicle/equipment inspections.
• Performs daily preventative maintenance of motorized equipment or hand tools.
• Maintains tools and equipment in good and safe operating condition.
• Keeps jobsite and vehicles/equipment neat and in order.
• Performs any related duties needed to complete projects.
• Maintains records of work performed such as work schedules, status reports and records of work orders.
• Paints lane lines on the streets and thoroughfares.
• Paints designated curbs.
• Installs and maintains thermoplastic roadway markings and signage throughout the city.
• Installs and maintains lane marking devices and barricades.
• Assists with the proper set up of work zone traffic control.
• Fulfill on-call duties as required and outlined on Traffic Operations on-call roster.
• Assists with the maintenance of Traffic Operations building and grounds.
• Assists other City divisions and departments as needed.
• Trims trees in order to clear sign obstructions.
• Fabricates Signs
• Attends monthly safety meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Ability to sit, stand and drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while performing maintenance duties and be exposed to potentially hazardous equipment and traffic. Employee will be exposed to work zones consisting of high-volume vehicular traffic. Employee must be able to lift working materials.

Minimum Education & Work Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• No experience necessary

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Knowledge - Abilities & Skills

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of, experience or training in construction and maintenance of streets and underground drainage systems
• Knowledge of safety practices and hazards standard to work area
• Skill to operate various light equipment and machinery
• Ability to understand and implement verbal and written instructions
• Ability to perform physical labor
• Ability to comprehend written and oral work assignments and perform work as assigned

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Competencies:

• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Communication
• Customer Service
• Dependability
• Personal Organization
• Productivity
• Teamwork

Monday through Friday; 8 Hour workday; Overtime may be required as needed.