This position is responsible for performing road and bridge maintenance, grounds maintenance, or custodial maintenance duties as assigned.
This job is performed under close supervision according to set procedures.
- Assists with road excavation and repair duties.
- Repairs potholes.
- Removes debris from roadways.
- Assists in bridge repair duties.
- Maintains county rights-of-way, including curbs, gutters, and driveways; mows right-of-way; cuts and removes trees and limbs; edges sidewalks; blows leaves from sidewalks.
- Transports equipment and materials to work sites.
- Places cones, barriers, barricades, and safety barrels at work sites.
- Operates hand and power tools.
- Performs grounds maintenance duties; maintains landscaping; irrigates lawns.
- Performs building maintenance duties; cleans restrooms and other facilities; sweeps and mops floors.
- Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment; completes pre- and post-trip inspections.
- Takes daily inventory of ice and places orders as needed; issues ice to employees on a daily basis.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
- High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
- Must have at least one year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a variety of job‑related equipment and power tools, construction or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Occasionally
- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
- Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
- Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
- Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle for County business.
Constantly
- Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
- Operating machinery and/or power tools.
- Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
- Working in low temperatures.
- Working in high temperatures.
- Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
- Working in noisy environments.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting and/or standing.
- Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
Other Requirements/Information
- Must possess a valid and current Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving history. *If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment.
- The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
- If applicable, this position may be covered by the Civil Service Rules and Regulations and, therefore, may be subject to those rules and regulations in addition to all other Webb County policies.
- Webb County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
- If applicable, this position may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man‑made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job.
- For positions funded in whole or in part through a grant award, employment is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds and compliance with the terms, conditions, and limitations of the applicable grant agreement. Compensation, benefits, and leave accruals, including vacation, sick leave, and other paid leave, may be subject to grant‑specific requirements, to the extent permitted by applicable law and County policy.
The reduction, expiration, or termination of grant funding may result in the modification or elimination of a grant‑funded position. - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.