Public Works Maintenance Technician I

Contra Costa County; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County is hiring Maintenance Worker I to perform a variety of manual labor tasks as part of a maintenance crew. The role includes driving light trucks, using hand and pneumatic tools, and working in all weather conditions on roads, bridges, and flood control channels.

Successful candidates will follow safety practices, demonstrate teamwork, and maintain equipment. The position offers training and opportunities within the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform strenuous, repetitive labor with manual dexterity and strength.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral work orders and instructions.
• Learn and apply proper safety methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine heavy manual labor as part of a maintenance/clean-up crew.
• Operate electric or pneumatic tools for tasks like patching pavement and clearing drainage channels.
• Load and remove debris from encampments, rights of way, and flood control facilities.
• Keep tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Direct traffic using MUTCD guidelines when construction blocks routes.

Skills

Manual labor

Teamwork

Time management

Self-motivation

Safety awareness

Job description

Contra Costa County is hiring Maintenance Worker I to perform a variety of manual labor tasks as part of a maintenance crew. The role includes driving light trucks, using hand and pneumatic tools, and working in all weather conditions on roads, bridges, and flood control channels.

Successful candidates will follow safety practices, demonstrate teamwork, and maintain equipment. The position offers training and opportunities within the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department.