Street Crewman

City of Maypearl; Manor (TX); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Manor is seeking a maintenance and construction worker to perform diverse tasks related to streets, driveways, sidewalks, drainage ditches, and city-owned lands. Duties include patching asphalt, installing signs, and operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities also cover safety inspections, traffic control, tools transport, landscaping, and meter technician backups. The role may involve emergency duties and on-call rotation within Public Works.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years of experience in maintenance/construction or equivalent experience.
• Any similar combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and construct streets, driveways, sidewalks, drainage ditches, and city-owned land and facilities.
• Patch asphalt; install and repair street signs; clear drainage ditches of obstructions.
• Operate trucks, backhoes, rollers and other construction equipment for roads and parks work.
• Perform concrete work: cutting, breaking, pouring, finishing, and forming.
• Conduct safety inspections and set up traffic safety devices; redirect traffic as needed.
• Prepare, transport, and organize tools, materials, and equipment for assignments.
• Landscaping and land maintenance tasks, including mowing and weed-eating right-of-way.
• Assist/backup Meter Technician duties including cut-offs/reconnects, meter reading, and leaks.
• May participate in emergency operations and attend City meetings as directed.

Skills

Public relations

Customer service

MS Office

Safety standards

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma/GED

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Construction tools

Automotive repair familiarity

Job description

Performs a variety of duties associated with maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, driveways, sidewalks, drainage ditches and City-owned land and facilities to keep the city clean, organized and a comfortable living space for the community. Assist the Utilities department when needed.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

• Duties associated with maintenance repair and construction of streets, driveways, sidewalks, drainage ditches and city-owned land and facilities – patch asphalt. Installation and repair of street signs.
• Clean ditch lines by digging and clear obstructions and debris in drainage ditches.
• Operates construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks, backhoes, and rollers for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, driveways, ditches and rights-of-way.
• Use concrete cutting and breaking equipment; operate jackhammer; pour and finish concrete; construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work.
• Conduct safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, set up traffic safety devices such as cones, signs, and barricades as necessary. Redirect traffic as needed. Wear protective and safety gear as indicated for the work assigned.
• Prepares, gathers and transports tools, materials, supplies and equipment necessary to complete work assignments.
• Cleans and repairs worksite upon completion of construction including laying grass, replanting trees, and repairing damaged surfaces.
• Landscaping (mowing, weed-eating) of right-a-way.
• Assist/Backup Meter Technician when needed – cut-offs and reconnects at water meters – also read meters, sewer backups/water leaks.
• May be actively involved in emergency operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of regulations, policies and procedures that apply to street and parks operations.
• Knowledge of office administration practices, procedures and personnel management.
• Formulate, implement, and administer policies and procedures for effective fiscal control.
• Establish and maintain an effective and respectful work relationship with City officials, city staff, vendors and the general public.
• Demonstrate excellent public relations and customer service skills.
• Convey a positive professional image by action, communication and appearance.
• Advanced interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Some analytical ability is required in order to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various administrative problems, and prioritize work.
• Able to perform multiple tasks efficiently and apply knowledge of procedures to fulfill essential
  job duties.
• Make independent judgments that have highly significant impacts on the organization.
  Ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Manage emergency situations and use good judgment in determining proper response.
• Communicate effectively in the English language, present ideas and concepts with clarity, and
  prepare and make effective oral and written presentations.
• Meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks under pressure.
• Proficiently use computers and Microsoft Office.
• Exhibit regular, reliable and punctual attendance which is an essential function of this job.
• Attend City Council and other meetings as directed by the Public Works Director.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Safety standards applicable to maintenance tasks performed in the department.
• Basic knowledge and familiarity in automotive/mechanical repair.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment.
• Identify and dispose of obsolete inventory according to municipal controls for disposal.
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Two (2) years of experience in maintenance/construction or equivalent experience.
• Any similar combination of education and experience.

Preferred Certifications:

• First Aid and CPR/AED
• Additional certifications or training related to Streets

Other Requirements:

• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record, as defined by City policy.
• Proof of citizenship and/or eligibility to legally work in the United States.
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test.
• A valid Class A CDL driver's license or the ability to obtain one within one year of hiring.
• Required to be on the departmental on-call rotation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No

Compensation: $22.12 – 23.82 per hour
Location: City of Manor City Hall 105 E Eggleston St. Manor, TX 78653
Working Hours: Full-time