Right Of Way Technician

City of Missouri City

Missouri City (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Job summary

The City of Missouri City is seeking an experienced Right of Way Technician to join the Urban Forestry Division of the Parks and Recreation Department. You will maintain rights-of-way, beautify public spaces, and support city-wide forestry and landscaping programs.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, performing weed and pest control, pruning, irrigation repairs, and assisting with projects and events. Flexibility to work nights and weekends is required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Six (6) months of professional experience in landscaping, maintenance, arboriculture, or construction.
Valid Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Operates and conducts routine maintenance of forestry and landscaping equipment; including but not limited to: chainsaws, weed trimmers, blowers, spray and water tankers, and City vehicles.
Maintains and monitors City-owned right of ways, landscape areas and urban forest areas; including but not limited to: clearing obstacles and debris, weed and pest control, planting, pruning, mulching, pressure washing, painting, and irrigation system repairs.
Assists with special projects, programs, and events as needed.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Subject to 24-hour recall, including weather related incidents and emergency operations.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Arboriculture

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas Driver's License

Tools

Chainsaws

Weed trimmers

Blowers

Irrigation systems

Pressure washing

Job description

Employee pays dependent premiums
Veterans Day

Definition

The City of Missouri City, known as the "Show Me City," is actively seeking an experienced Right of Way Technician to join the Urban Forestry Division of the Parks and Recreation Department.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, preservation, and beautification of the City's rights-of-way, helping to enhance the community's appearance and ensure safe, attractive public spaces for residents and visitors. This position plays a vital role in supporting the City's commitment to maintaining a clean, vibrant, and welcoming environment

Examples of Work

Operates and conducts routine maintenance of forestry and landscaping equipment; including but not limited to: chainsaws, weed trimmers, blowers, spray and water tankers, and City vehicles.
Maintains and monitors City-owned right of ways, landscape areas and urban forest areas; including but not limited to: clearing obstacles and debris, weed and pest control, planting, pruning, mulching, pressure washing, painting, and irrigation system repairs.
Assists with special projects, programs, and events as needed.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Subject to 24-hour recall, including weather related incidents and emergency operations.

Education, Experience, or Certification

High school diploma or GED.
Six (6) months of professional experience in landscaping, maintenance, arboriculture, or construction.
Valid Texas Driver's License.

Supplemental Information

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 300 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.

BENEFITSMedical Plans (Three Options)

UnitedHealthcare - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)

Plan Type: High Deductible Medical Health Plan
Provider: UnitedHealthcare
Deductibles:

Single: $2,000 annually
Family: $4,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

Single: $4,000 annually
Family: $8,000 annually

Additional Details:

Employee pays dependent premiums
Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details

Health Savings Account (HSA)
Provider: H.S.A. Bank
Features:

Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
Contribution Limits:

Employee only: $4,300 (IRS Limit)
Employee & Family: $8,550 (IRS Limit)
Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000

City Contributions:

Employee only: $1,250
Employee & Family: $2,250

Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee

PPO Plan

Provider: UnitedHealthcare
Deductibles:

Single: $1,000 annually
Family: $2,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

Single: $3,000 annually
Family: $6,000 annually

Prescription Drug Co-pays:

Generic: $10
Preferred: $40
Non-Preferred: $80

HMO Plan

Provider: UnitedHealthcare
Deductibles:

Single: $1,000 annually
Family: $2,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums:

Single: $4,000 annually
Family: $8,000 annually

Prescription Drug Co-pays:

Generic: $10
Preferred: $45
Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

DHMO Plan

Provider: UnitedHealthcare
Features:

No deductible
No annual maximum
Member co-pay depends on the procedure

PPO Plan

Provider: UnitedHealthcare
Features:

$1,500 per person annual maximum
$1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

Provider: UnitedHealthcare
Features:

No deductible

Life Insurance

Provider: Ochs Securian Financial
Coverage:

$50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
$10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

Provider: Flores
Features:

Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

Provider: Aflac

Accident
Cancer
Heart/Stroke
Intensive Care
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

Statewide retirement system
7% employee contribution
City contributes 2 to 1
Visit TMRS for more information

Optional Deferred Compensation

457 Plan and ROTH-457B available through MissionSquare

Other Benefits

Holidays

13 paid holidays per calendar year:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Friday after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

Earned based on years of service:

0-5 years: 14 days
6 years: 15 days
7 years: 16 days
8 years: 17 days
9 years: 18 days
10-14 years: 19 days
15 years or more: 20 days

Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.

Sick Leave

6 days per calendar year with unlimited accrual.

Educational Reimbursement

With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year. Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)