Street Maintenance Worker I

City of Tucson; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Tucson is seeking a Street Maintenance Worker I to prepare surfaces for asphalt repairs, maintain rights-of-way, and perform debris removal using hand tools. The role includes operating small equipment, assisting cement masons, and participating in seasonal emergency responses to incidents affecting streets and bridges.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, one year of related experience, and a valid Arizona driver license with two years of licensed driving.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: One (1) year of directly related experience.
• Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• License/Certifications: Valid and unrestricted Arizona Driver License with two (2) years of licensed driving is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces for asphalt repairs to include filling of potholes, spreading of asphalt, and sealing of cracks.
• Maintains city rights-of-way areas including shoulder, drainage ways and curbs.
• Removes debris, weeds and objects that may create road hazards if left unattended by using shovels, rakes, and other small hand tools.
• Operates and maintains various hand and power tools, machines, light equipment and licensed non-CDL vehicles involving pre and post trip inspections, oil, and tire checks.
• Hauls loads of debris and hazardous materials found on streets, grounds, and sidewalks to landfill for disposal.
• Responds to emergency service requests seasonally by setting up and taking down flood signs and barricades on streets, performing post storm clean up and servicing bridges by de-icing with solvents to prevent accidents.
• Assists Cement Masons in sidewalk projects by setting up and removing forms, mixing, and pouring of cement.
• Maintains inventory of small tools in personal possession and returns them to the tool room at the end of shift, ensuring tools are in good working order.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posting Close Date

Applicants must submit their completed application by 11-01-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST Application and Special Instructions Submit an updated resume that clearly details your experience directly related to the Street Maintenance Worker I position. This position requires the successful completion of the following pre- employment requirements.

Pre- employment Requirements

• Basic Physical
• 50 lb. Lift Test
• Valid and unrestricted driver's license

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact [e-mail]

About This Job

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares surfaces for asphalt repairs to include filling of potholes, spreading of asphalt, and sealing of cracks.
• Maintains city rights-of-way areas including shoulder, drainage ways and curbs.
• Removes debris, weeds and objects that may create road hazards if left unattended by using shovels, rakes, and other small hand tools.
• Operates and maintains various hand and power tools, machines, light equipment and licensed non-CDL vehicles involving pre and post trip inspections, oil, and tire checks.
• Hauls loads of debris and hazardous materials found on streets, grounds, and sidewalks to landfill for disposal.
• What are they hauling? how are they spotting?
• Responds to emergency service requests seasonally by setting up and taking down flood signs and barricades on streets, performing post storm clean up and servicing bridges by de-icing with solvents to prevent accidents.
• Assists Cement Masons in sidewalk projects by setting up and removing forms, mixing, and pouring of cement.
• Maintains inventory of small tools in personal possession and returns them to the tool room at the end of shift, ensuring tools are in good working order.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
• All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience: One (1) year of directly related experience.
• Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• License/Certifications: Valid and unrestricted Arizona Driver License with two (2) years of licensed driving is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of maintaining and repairing roadways, rights-of-way, sidewalks and drainages.
• Construction Experience.

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment.
• Individuals in this position may be required to work on-call shifts to include nights and weekends.

Position Details

• Job Profile J5201 - Street Maintenance Worker I
• To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.
• Compensation Grade G104
• Hourly Range $19.97 - 29.95 USD
• The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Non-Exempt Position Type Regular Time Type Full time Department Department of Transportation and Mobility Department Link https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Transportation-Mobility
• Background Check This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
• The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

Benefits

• The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind.
• Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
• With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years.
• We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off-and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
• You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. The City does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

ADA Accessibility Complaint Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 520-791-2619.

Recruitment / Human Resources Contact

• For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-837-4190.
• For system related questions please contact [e-mail].
• For general Human Resources questions please contact 520-791-4241.

About the City of Tucson

• The City of Tucson, founded in 1775 and incorporated in 1877, is a City Manager-led Mayor and Council government organization comprised of over 5,000 dedicated employees.
• Tucson Community The City of Tucson is recognized as a Top 20 "Best City in America" by Resonance Consultancy. Tucson, Arizona, is a thriving center for bioscience, aerospace/defense, optics, mining, and logistics. With a city population of more than 540,000 and a regional population of more than 1 million, Tucson has 330-plus days of sunshine a year and is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A small-town feel with big-city amenities complements its natural beauty.
• You can learn more about Tucson, Arizona, at Visit Tucson, Arizona.