SKILLED LABORER - STREETS

Weslacotx; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Weslaco seeks a maintenance worker to perform outdoor maintenance and repair of city property using equipment like backhoes, front loaders, dump trucks, and rollers.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 years of related experience, and a valid CDL Class B license. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Up to 3 years of related work experience preferred.
• Valid CDL Class B Texas Driver License and be insurable.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attendance and be physically present.
• Operate city machinery to complete projects.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and trucks.
• Assist with parks, cemeteries, sidewalks, and curb repairs.
• Complete various manual labor tasks such as mowing and patching potholes.
• Follow safety procedures and read instructions for equipment use.
• Work extended hours at times, including nights and weekends.

Skills

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Reading instructions

Attention to detail

Public works knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Front loader

Dump truck

Ride-on roller

Pothole patcher

Brush truck

Chainsaw

Shovels & weed eaters

Job description

Job Summary

Employee is responsible for maintenance, construction and repair of outdoor City property which may require the use of equipment such as backhoe, front loader, dump truck and ride on roller.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain regular and prompt attendance, physically present to work.
• Cleans and removes debris from City rights-of-way and alleyways.
• Operates machinery such as small compactors, pothole patcher truck, brush truck, backhoe, front loader, roller, and dump truck to complete assigned projects.
• May assist the Parks & Recreation Department with the maintenance of City parks and cemeteries.
• Completes a wide range of manual labor projects such as brush cutting, patching potholes, grass mowing, trimming trees, etc.
• Uses a variety of hand tools such as shovels, weed eaters, chainsaws, and riding lawn mower.
• Performs routine maintenance of assigned equipment and trucks.
• Assist with the completion of small concrete work projects such as sidewalks and curb side repairs.
• Performs other similar or related duties as assigned.
• Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours at night and/or on weekends.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have High School diploma; or equivalent (GED).
• Up to one (1) to three (3) years of related work experience to perform such job.
• Valid CDL Class "B" Texas Driver License and be insurable.
• Must pass criminal background check and drug screen at City's expense.
• Must successfully complete Emergency Management and Incident Command Training within first three months of hire date.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Safe and effective operation of equipment and machinery for public works department operations.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions regarding the safe and efficient use of equipment and related materials.
• Ability to pay careful attention to details.
• Ability to recognize unsafe working conditions to ensure that appropriate safety precautions are taken for the safety of self and others.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Moderate intermittent physical strength and effort daily. Will include lifting, moving, and positioning/loading heavy objects (up to 60lbs).
• Work also involves pulling, pushing, remain stationary or move about the full workday.
• Driving in adverse weather troublesome road conditions may be required.
• Employee must be able to work in the presence of heat, cold, odors, chemicals, noise, vibration, and rain during inclement weather.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned to this position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.