Public Works Maintenance Technician

OhioMeansJobs Highland County; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioMeansJobs Highland County is hiring a Public Works Laborer to perform street and road maintenance, water and sewer system tasks, and building upkeep. You will work under a Public Works Crew Leader, with a focus on safety, heavy labor, and reliable attendance in a full-time role.

Responsibilities include street repairs, vegetation management, and utility systems support, with a strong emphasis on public safety and community service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent.
• 0–1 years experience in maintenance and construction.
• Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated above.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of streets and roadways, including asphalt and concrete maintenance; repair curbs and sidewalks; seal cracks and patch potholes; clear roads during hazardous weather conditions, including snow, ice, and floods; assist in maintaining right-of-ways, including leaf and brush collection; fabricate, install, and maintain signage and pavement markings; assist in the maintenance and repair of parking lots and facilities.
• Maintain urban forest by planting, removing, trimming, and caring for trees and shrubs; perform mowing and maintenance of flower beds on City property; conduct brush collection; prepare civic displays and assist with landscape improvements.
• Maintain water supply and distribution systems, including addressing water main breaks, pump stations, hydrants, valves, b-boxes, and storage tanks; maintain sanitary and storm sewer systems; install and maintain water meters; perform water shut-offs and turn-ons.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Vehicle operation

Power tools

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Bench tools

Office equipment

Job description

OhioMeansJobs Highland County is hiring a Public Works Laborer to perform street and road maintenance, water and sewer system tasks, and building upkeep. You will work under a Public Works Crew Leader, with a focus on safety, heavy labor, and reliable attendance in a full-time role.

Responsibilities include street repairs, vegetation management, and utility systems support, with a strong emphasis on public safety and community service.