Street Maintenance Technician — Outdoor Role with Full Benefits

City of Lewiston; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lewiston is seeking a Street Maintenance Worker to perform semi-skilled and skilled work in construction, maintenance, and repair of City streets and traffic infrastructure. The role operates outdoors under supervision with potential for lead duties on seasonal crews.

Starting salary is $47,942.37 with a full range up to $69,727.50 and a comprehensive benefits package. This safety-sensitive position requires a pre-employment drug test and a valid CDL with required endorsements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of entry level street construction or maintenance experience.
• Valid Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements preferred; Class A with air brake and tanker endorsements (obtain within 12 months of hire).
• State of Idaho approved flagger card within 6 months of hiring date.
• Traffic Control Technician Certification within 18 months of hiring date.

Responsibilities

• Observes safe work methods and uses safety equipment per OSHA, state, and city policies.
• Operates and maintains city equipment including backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks, street sweepers, and related tools.
• Maintains and repairs city streets and roadways, including patching, paving, and pothole repair.
• Maintains winter operations for safe travel and assists with street closures as needed.
• Responds to citizen questions with courteous, timely service.
• Communicates with interdepartmental teams to maximize efficiency.
• Responds to and assists with construction and maintenance with other city departments.

Skills

Reading plans

Outdoor work

Equipment operation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B with air brake & tanker endorsements

Flagger certification

Traffic Control Technician Certification

Job description

The City of Lewiston is seeking a Street Maintenance Worker to perform semi-skilled and skilled work in construction, maintenance, and repair of City streets and traffic infrastructure. The role operates outdoors under supervision with potential for lead duties on seasonal crews.

Starting salary is $47,942.37 with a full range up to $69,727.50 and a comprehensive benefits package. This safety-sensitive position requires a pre-employment drug test and a valid CDL with required endorsements.