Street Maintenance Worker I

Town of Fuquay-Varina; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Fuquay-Varina seeks a laborer for the Streets Division of the Public Works Department to perform manual and semi-skilled tasks and operate light to medium equipment in the maintenance and repair of streets and related facilities.

The role requires adherence to safety standards and the ability to work under supervision in outdoor conditions. A high school diploma is preferred, with a valid driver’s license and basic reading/writing abilities preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; ability to read/write and some experience in concrete or asphalt construction or maintenance.
• Experience with street maintenance is a plus.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs town streets, sidewalks, storm drainage and related facilities.
• Operates dump trucks, loaders, backhoes to load materials and haul dirt, gravel, etc.
• Patches asphalt, installs driveway pipes, and repairs sidewalks.
• Cleans storm drains and catch basins; assists with installations of pipes.
• Picks up trash from town grounds and right of way; performs basic vehicle and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Equipment operation

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dump trucks

Loaders

Backhoes

Leaf truck

Job description

Performs a variety of manual labor and semi-skilled tasks, light to medium equipment operation and other duties as required within the Streets Division of the Public Works Department. Employees in this class perform a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled manual labor tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets and related facilities. Work involves driving dump trucks and operating light to medium equipment, pouring, and finishing concrete, installing driveway pipe, pouring, and smoothing asphalt, installing, or replacing signs and painting lines on flat surfaces, cleaning storm drains and catch basins, assisting in minor repair of equipment and vehicles, and operating a variety of tools and equipment. Employees are subject to hazards in streets maintenance work including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as noise, proximity to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, dusts, mists, fumes, oils, tight quarters, and narrow passageways. Work is performed under regular supervision in accordance with specific instructions and within defined procedures. Work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion for adherence to instructions and established standards.

• Performs a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks in maintaining and repairing town streets, sidewalks, storm drainage and related facilities.
• Operates dump trucks to haul dirt, gravel, and equipment; operates loaders; operates backhoes to load materials; operates leaf truck and vacuum to collect leaves; operates dump truck to push snow or shovels snow from sidewalks or other areas; operates a variety of other vehicles and equipment including, blowers, gator, front end loader, boom truck, tractor, saws, etc.
• Cuts trees, clears stumps; excavates and grades areas.
• Prepares asphalt materials for resurfacing and patching.
• Cleans storm drains and catch basins; assists with installing driveway pipes.
• Repairs sidewalks.
• Mows grass in street right of way; edges, trims, and performs other landscape maintenance; applies herbicides; maintains flower beds and other landscaped areas.
• Picks up trash from town grounds and right of way.
• Sets up safety cones and signs and may flag traffic around construction sites.
• Participates on team to erect street signs, paint street markings, and repair and maintain traffic signals.
• Performs routine equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair for proper operation.
• May completes work orders with tasks performed.
• Assists in other Public Works functions as needed.
• In the event of weather emergencies, personnel in critical positions are responsible for performing essential tasks to maintain the safety of the public and the continuity of town services. This includes but is not limited to removing snow and ice from priority areas (e.g., roads, sidewalks, entrances); clearing downed trees, branches, or other debris that obstruct roadways or pose a hazard; and assisting with other emergency response efforts as directed.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Working knowledge of construction, repair and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, storm drains and related facilities, including concrete and masonry construction and finishing and asphalt work.
• Working knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment utilized in assigned work.
• Working knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned area of work
• Some knowledge of the proper placement of street signs and traffic safety signs and cones.
• Skilled in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to complete simple records.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions.
• Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally; and/or 50 pounds of force frequently; and/or 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Must possess the visual acuity to operate assigned tools and equipment, perform visual inspections, read maps and drawings as needed, distinguish details and differences in quality as well as for safety and read simple records or instructions.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma preferred, ability to read and write and some experience in concrete or asphalt construction or maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirement

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Shoring and trenching and confined space certification.
• This position is designated as critical personnel, requiring performance of duties during inclement weather or other emergency situations to ensure continuity of town services.

Additional Information

• The starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills and qualifications.

When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Fuquay-Varina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hiring salary will not exceed the hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.