Maintenance Worker I - Streets

City of Johnston; Johnston, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Johnston in Iowa seeks a skilled laborer for a broad range of street, road, and public works maintenance tasks. You will operate and assist with heavy equipment, lay concrete, install signs, and support emergency response duties as needed.

The role requires completion of high school or GED and hands-on experience in road construction or public works, with a valid Iowa CDL preferred. The work is outdoors, with exposure to extreme weather, heavy lifting, and safety protocols in a

Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials, equipment and tools used in road/street maintenance.
• Knowledge of operating characteristics of heavy and specialized equipment.
• Ability to perform laboring and semi-skilled tasks in operation, maintenance and repair of streets/roadways and public works equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
• Ability to perform mechanical work.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to adhere to safety guidelines and protocols to minimize risk and ensure safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Builds and sets forms for concrete for curbs, gutters and sidewalks; mixes and pours concrete and other materials.
• Spreads and levels earth and materials using public works vehicles and tools.
• Cleans and repairs catch basins, manholes, culverts and storm drains; uses equipment and tools.
• Operates and maintains public works equipment; assists in repair of municipal vehicles.
• Trims and removes trees and brush; rakes leaves and hazards.
• Removes snow from streets and city facilities; applies anti-icing materials.
• Drives trucks to transport materials; loads with mechanical loader.
• Erects barricades and maintains traffic signs; assists in flood control and emergencies.
• Performs related work as required.

Skills

Public works knowledge

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Policy adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

Performs any combination of laboring, equipment operation, semi-skilled building and mechanical trades assignments involving the maintenance and repair of streets, premises and property of municipality and the provision of scheduled and emergency services within the Public Works Department.

The following duties are normal for this position but dependent upon the level of skill, ability, and experience of the individual. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Builds and sets forms for the pouring and finish of concrete for curbs, gutters and sidewalks, footings, catch basins, manholes, storm sewers; mixes, pours and spreads concrete, asphalt, gravel and other materials using hand and power tools.
• Spreads and levels earth, sand and gravel using public works vehicles, hand and power tools; lifts, carries and holds materials, cleans tools, equipment, materials and work areas.
• Cleans and repairs catch basins, manholes, culverts and storm drains using public works equipment, hand and power tools.
• Operates, services and maintains motor grader, endloader, backhoe, tractors, street sweeper and related public works equipment; assists Maintenance Mechanic in the repair and maintenance of public works and other municipal vehicles and related equipment; checks gas, oil and fluids; washes vehicles.
• Trims and removes trees and brush using chainsaw and chipper; rakes leaves and removes fallen branches and other objects which are hazardous to public safety.
• Removes snow from streets, sidewalks and city facilities using graders, dump truck, endloader, snow blower and related equipment. Mixes and applies anti-icing materials.
• Drives trucks equipped with dump body, tanks and peripheral equipment to transport loose materials such as sand, gravel, crushed rocks and related materials to job site; loads truck by hand or by operating mechanical loader.
• Erects barricades, fences and rails to protect the public from hazardous conditions.
• Levels and finishes gravel roads using a motor grader; maintains shoulders by proper leveling, filling and blading.
• Installs and maintains traffic signs and markers; maintains sign inventory; installs and repairs traffic lights; hangs signs and decorations on municipal facilities and premises using hand and power tools; assists in flood control and related emergency situations; assists in spring cleanup tasks.
• Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the materials, equipment and tools used in road/street maintenance and various public works maintenance and construction functions
• Knowledge of the operating characteristics of heavy and specialized equipment
• Ability to perform a variety of laboring and semi-skilled tasks in the operation, maintenance and repair of streets/roadways, various types of public works equipment and building structures and premises
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions
• Ability to perform mechanical work
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks
• Ability to adhere to safety guidelines and protocols to minimize risk and ensure safe working environment

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively;
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to monitor work in progress;
• Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate hand and power tools and other related equipment, and perform the essential functions of the position;
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to have access to various work areas and perform the essential functions of the position;
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions (including extreme cold and heat, high humidity, precipitation, etc.);
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) used may include safety shoes, hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS

Work is performed in an environment with undesirable conditions; exposure to extreme heat and cold, odors, noise, dust, fumes, moving parts, electrical shock, burns and toxic agents. Occupational hazards are those generally associated with ongoing exposure to moving machinery/equipment leading to cuts, bruises, burns, strains, and potentially more serious injuries.

The City of Johnston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

Requirements

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Graduation from High School or GED equivalent; and
• Two (2) years in a road construction or public works setting
• Any combination of general construction, repair, maintenance, equipment operation experience

REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of a valid Iowa Class A CDL with air brake option or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire date
• Candidates for position in this class must pass a pre-employment background check, physical examination and drug screen