Public Works Specialist

City of Montrose; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Montrose seeks a dedicated street maintenance worker to perform heavy manual labor and operate a range of equipment for repairing and maintaining city streets and storm drains. You will follow safety standards, assist other departments, and help ensure efficient project completion.

Responsibilities include patching potholes, sweeping, snow removal, and supporting traffic control during construction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; supplemented by specialized training in construction and maintenance technology of public streets.
• Experience performing public works operations, construction and maintenance work in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of standard construction practices relating to transportation and storm drain systems.
• This position is subject to non-standard working hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain streets by patching potholes with asphalt and spreading gravel.
• Operate a wide variety of heavy equipment and perform safety checks.
• Install and maintain traffic control devices and follow MUTCD regulations.
• Train lower level street maintenance workers and seasonal staff.
• Handle inquiries from the public and report complaints to supervisors.
• Perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Public works operations

Training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Training in construction and maintenance technology

Tools

Asset Management Software

Job description

Basic Purpose of the Job

Under general direction, performs heavy manual labor and equipment operation for the repair, maintenance and construction of city streets and storm drain systems. Keeps equipment clean and in good working order. Learns and adheres to city safety standards.

Essential Functions

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Perform manual labor including repairing and maintaining streets by patching potholes with asphalt, spreading and tamping gravel, cleaning and grading streets, removing snow, cleaning and flushing storm drains, crack sealing, completing assigned work orders, basic landscaping and irrigation repairs, sign, post and banner installation, special projects and assisting other departments in similar or related work.
• When assistance is needed in Trash and Recycle Division drive automated sanitation/recycling collection truck collecting common trash and recyclable material from residential and commercial containers.
• Install and maintain traffic control devices for construction work zone safety. Maintain knowledge of MUTCD regulations.
• Operate a wide variety of equipment including but not limited to: dump trucks, water trucks, chipper/shredders, roller compactors, backhoes, street sweepers, snowplows, front-end loaders crack sealer, skid steer and related attachments. Perform daily equipment safety and maintenance checks.
• Operate small power equipment including pneumatic jackhammer, chainsaws, demo saws, and compactors.
• Handle inquiries from and situations with members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. Report complaints to supervisory personnel immediately.
• Train lower level street maintenance workers and seasonal employees.
• Perform routine vehicle and equipment maintenance including daily pre-trip and post-vehicle inspections. Keep equipment clean and in good working condition.
• Utilize experience related to City owned assets and equipment that allow them to operate and expresses a high level of skill in operating equipment or performing manual labor tasks.
• Perform as the "go to" person for specialty projects. Is capable of working independently or on a team at a high level of efficiency. Is proficient in utilizing the City's Asset Management Software.

Core Beliefs

Core beliefs are deeply held values and assumptions that guide individuals in the workplace. Core beliefs define how we do things. By establishing core beliefs, the City of Montrose is creating a common culture that shapes employee behavior in a positive and predictable manner. When these beliefs are shared, they create cohesiveness and mutual commitment in the organization and flexibility to changes as they occur.

Our core beliefs are centered on exceptional service and are based around treating our customers and fellow team members with dignity and respect. We value teamwork and recognize that we must continually strive to improve the customer experience. Every team member, regardless of job title, plays a part in creating a service environment and each are empowered to respond to the needs of our customers and teammates. We have six Core Beliefs: Respect, Ethics, Leadership, Accountability, Transparency, Excellence in Service (RELATE).

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); supplemented by specialized training in construction and maintenance technology of public streets.
• Experience performing public works operations, construction and maintenance work in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of standard construction practices relating to transportation and storm drain systems.
• This position is subject to non-standard working hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Licensures & Certificates (must be active and current.)

• Current Colorado Class A or B Commercial Drivers license preferred; must be able to obtain within 90 days of start date; must have acceptable driving record.
• Entry - Traffic Control Flagger Certification within one (1) year.
• Mid - Completion of CLTAP Roads Scholar I.
• Senior - Completion of CLTAP Roads Scholar II.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Requires ability to perform heavy manual labor. Strenuous physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds; frequent lifting, carrying, walking and standing, hand/eye coordination. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequent hand/eye coordination for operation of personal computer, and use of hands to handle small parts; vision for reading and preparing written reports and documents; frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communications with employees and citizens. Requires driving and walking during inclement weather. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.

Late applications will not be accepted. All candidates are subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen. The City of Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.