Maintenance Technician - Concrete

City of Raleigh North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join their team. This role involves operating heavy equipment, performing concrete repairs, and ensuring the maintenance of city infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience with various types of heavy machinery and a strong commitment to safety and quality. You will be part of a team that plays a crucial role in maintaining the city’s streets and public spaces, working both in the field and in the office. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding position that makes a real difference in the community, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience in concrete repair and finishing.

Responsibilities

• Operates dump truck and heavy equipment for maintenance tasks.
• Assists with concrete repairs and snow removal.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Concrete Repair

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dump Truck

Backhoe

Excavator

Front-End Loader

Job description

The Divisions within Transportation Maintenance are responsible for sidewalk maintenance, curb and gutter maintenance, asphalt maintenance, storm sewer maintenance, right of way mowing, downtown cleaning, resurfacing and pavement preservation, bridge maintenance and private development/utility inspections. The 218 person staff maintains over 1,130 miles of streets and sidewalks, over 33,000 curb ramps, 3.2 million linear feet of stormwater pipes and over 32,000 drainage inlets.

TheMaintenance Technician provides repair, waste removal, maintenance and equipment operation for assigned City of Raleigh maintenance, waste disposal or operational functions. Work includes concrete repairs, operating dump trucks, using leaf machine and snow removal equipment, and working during inclement weather or emergencies as needed.

• Operating dump truck to haul crews, supplies and equipment to job sites
• Assisting with concrete repairs including setup and finishing
• Operating dump truck with leaf machine attachment during leaf collection season
• Using snow removal equipment to operate the dump truck during inclement weather
• This role is required to work extended hours on rotating shifts during emergencies and inclement weather

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED and two years of experience operating various types of heavy equipment including dump trucks, backhoes, excavators and front-end loaders and at least 6 months ofexperience in concrete repair and finishing

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
• Valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work
• Basic mathematical concepts
• Basic filing and record-keeping principles
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations
• Customer service principles
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment

Skill In:

• Following directions and meeting standards
• Providing attention to detail in assignments
• Performing routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions
• Proofreading and error correction
• Monitoring and maintaining required supplies, materials and inventory
• Performing basic math calculations
• Comprehending reference books and manuals
• Operating assigned tools and equipment
• Organizing and maintaining records and files
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards
• Providing customer service
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work:
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note:
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.