Street Crew Member

City of Charlotte; Oakhurst (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Charlotte is seeking a Street Crew Member to assist with construction tasks, including installing and maintaining electronic loop detectors and traffic control components. The role involves heavy manual labor and operating various equipment, with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualified candidates should have a valid driver's license (and the ability to obtain a City driving permit). A High School Diploma or GED is preferred, with CDL considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver’s License at time of hire.
• Must have ability to obtain City Driving permit at time of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDL license or ability to obtain within 180 days of hire preferred.
• Experience with hazards, work zones, safety precautions, 811 Locates, OSHA regulations, and traffic systems.
• Computer experience preferred (typing, Word, Excel, and work order management).

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Operate light, medium, and heavy machinery and vehicles.
• Conduct inventory of parts, equipment, or materials.
• Set up and manage temporary work zones safely.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate specialized equipment and hand tools.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in daily activities.
• Work in a team environment.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading & writing

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Traffic systems

Follow instructions

Manual labor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL license

Tools

Hand tools

Traffic signal equipment

Job description

Department: Transportation Department

Salary: $25.00 - $25.00 Commensurate with Experience

Welcome to the City of Charlotte

Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.

Our guiding principles include:

• Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
• Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
• Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
• Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
• Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions

SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting crews in performing construction work that includes, the installation and maintenance of electronic loop detectors, concrete pads for pedestrian signals and controller cabinets, underground pipe for loop detectors, pull boxes, any other related duties assigned by supervisor. Operate a variety of specialized equipment and hand tools and the ability to operate a loop saw. Demonstrate sound judgment on daily activities and performing routine maintenance on specialized construction equipment.

This position generally reports to the Labor Crew Chief I, however, is also responsible to follow direction of the Field Engineering & Operations Supervisor. The Street Crew Member is responsible to meet performance and production standards as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform heavy manual labor
• Operate light, medium, and heavy duty: machinery, equipment, and vehicles
• Conduct inventory of parts, equipment, or materials
• Perform safety tasks, setting up temporary work zones
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Operate a variety of specialized equipment and hand tools
• Demonstrate good judgment on daily activities
• Work in a team environment
• Work in all types of weather
• Performrelated work asrequired

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a valid Driver’s License at time of hire
• Must have ability to obtain City Driving permit at time of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred candidate has, or has ability to obtain, a CDL license or permit within180days ofhire
• Experience with work hazards, work zones, safety precautions, 811 Locates procedures, OSHA regulations, ground construction, specialized equipment and hand tools, traffic signal control, wires,communication, readand interpretingsignal plans, and traffic systems.
• Computer experience preferred; including but not limitedto:typing, word documents, spreadsheets, and work order management system.

Knowledge,Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to communicate effective.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work on a team.
• General knowledge of methods, practices, procedures, and equipment used inthe maintenance and installation oftrafficcontrol devices.
• Ability to complete work as specified with specific or general instructions and supervision (based on task and level).
• Ability to complete morecomplextasks with direct supervision and instructions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to use specialized equipment and hand tools used in traffic operations.
• Must be able to perform heavy manual labor; able work outside in all types ofweather;
• Demonstrated experience with the useofhand tools is preferred.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions involved with workingin and around moving traffic
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and standard practices for the installation, operation and maintenance oftraffic signaland supporting systems

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting
• Standing
• Bending
• Twisting
• ReachingKneeling
• Squatting
• Crawling
• Climbing (10 ft)
• Walking(< 3 miles)
• Lifting (3 ft., 20-100lbs.)
• Shoveling (10-30lbs)
• Pushing/Pulling
• Carrying(3 ft, 20-100lbs)
• Driving approx. 50 miles daily
• Work outside exposed to all weather conditions, chemicals, fumes, solvents, dust, slippery/uneven surfaces, machinery, moving object/vehicles, and excessive noise.
• May climb ladders, work on slippery and uneven surfaces, work in confined spaces, and use vibrating machinery or tools.
• Work in traffic; walk in and around moving vehicles and equipment.
• Work involves sitting periodically, including riding in vehicle, attending trainings and meetings, or during use of office equipment such as computer for administrative tasks.

Sensory Requirements:

• Touch
• Hearing
• Vision (distance, near, and peripheral)
• Depthperception
• Color distinction

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.

Our culture is to serve the community honorably.

The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all.

BENEFITS

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.