Public Works Technician II - Flood Control

City of Corpus Christi; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Corpus Christi is seeking Public Works Technicians to operate and maintain storm water pumping stations, preventing flooding during rain events and severe storms. Rotating 40-hour weeks with 24-hour shifts, evenings, weekends and holidays may be required.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and two years of experience, plus a valid driver's license. Certifications in Confine Spaces and Underground Storage Tank Class C Operator are required within six months

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Two (2) years of experience.
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire.
• Certification in Confine Spaces (within six months of hire).
• Underground Storage Tank Class C Operator (within one year of hire).
• Employment is contingent on passing post-offer pre-employment screening: Criminal Background Check and Physical Exam.

Responsibilities

• Obeying all traffic laws while operating fleet vehicles and equipment from one location to another while following all City policies.
• Operating on even or uneven terrain such as streets & earthen rights-of-way.
• Performing daily Pre/Post-trip inspections on all types of equipment and vehicles.
• Following the Traffic control standards as per the Texas MUTCD Work Zone Traffic Control Guide.
• Maintaining rotation of all equipment such as pumps, generators, combustion engines, etc. to ensure proper performance.
• Daily-and weekly preventive maintenance, visual inspections, and make necessary repairs using hand and power tools, and electric instruments.
• Providing flood control by monitoring weather information systems such as NOAA, and TV Broadcast.
• Maintaining relief line valves inside manholes.
• Performing housekeeping with chemical supplies, brooms, mops, etc.
• Recording equipment maintenance and repair, and vehicle inspections.
• Responding to after-hours and weekends emergencies.
• Working under emergency responses during and or after any city emergency event.
• Employees will work On-Call Duty rotation schedule and must be able to work different rotation shifts under emergency responses.
• Leading a team, if needed.
• Keeping materials stock in vehicles assignment, must communicate when supply/material is low.
• Working in high traffic areas, confined spaces and/or elevated conditions.
• Evaluating safe work conditions.
• Communicating with internal or external customers and be professional under any conditions.
• Ensuring proper communication with the foreman, work coordinator, planner/ scheduler, and assistant director.
• Completing daily reports, work orders.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

US:TX:Corpus Christi | Public Works | Full Time

$ 20.60-22.66 USD

$ 20.60-22.66 USD

Description

Overview

Public Works Technicians in Flood Control operate and maintain the City of Corpus Christi's Storm Water Pumping Stations to prevent flooding during rain events and severe storms

Responsibilities

• Obeying all traffic laws while operating fleet vehicles and equipment from one location to another while following all City policies
• O perating on even or uneven terrain such as streets & earthen rights-of-way
• Performing daily Pre/Post-trip inspections on all types of equipment and vehicles
• Following the Traffic control standards as per the Texas MUTCD Work Zone Traffic Control Guide
• Maintaining rotation of all equipment such as pumps, generators, combustion engines, etc. to ensure proper performance
• D aily-and weekly preventive maintenance, visual inspections, and make necessary repairs using hand and power tools, and electric instruments
• Providing flood control by monitoring weather information systems such as NOAA, and TV Broadcast
• Maintaining relief line valves inside manholes
• Performing housekeeping with chemical supplies, brooms, mops, etc
• Recording equipment maintenance and repair, and vehicle inspections
• Responding to after-hours and weekends emergencies
• Working under emergency responses during and or after any city emergency event. Example: Hurricanes, tropical storms, ice storms or any other city emergency
• E mployees will work On-Call Duty rotation schedule and must be able to work different rotation shifts under emergency responses
• L eading a team, if needed
• Keeping materials stock in vehicles assignment, must communicate when supply/material is low
• Working in high traffic areas, confined spaces and/or elevated conditions
• E valuating safe work conditions
• C ommunicating with internal or external customers and be professional under any conditions
• E nsuring proper communication with the foreman, work coordinator, planner/ scheduler, and assistant director
• Completing daily reports, work orders

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Rotating 40-hour work week, 24-hour shifts, 7 days a week
• • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two (2) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required within six (6) months of hire

• Certification in Confine Spaces

Required within one (1) year of hire

• Underground Storage Tank Class C Operator

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.