Street Technician

Socket.dev; Grants (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grants is seeking a Street Technician to maintain and improve streets, alleys, drainage systems, rights-of-way, and related infrastructure. The role involves pothole repairs, street maintenance, drainage cleaning, vegetation control, sign installation, snow removal, and debris cleanup while operating vehicles and equipment.

Applicants must be able to work outdoors in varying weather, hold a valid driver's license, and pass background and drug screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience in street maintenance or related field preferred.
• Ability to operate vehicles and hand/power tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.
• Must be available for emergency response, snow/ice removal, and other needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform pothole and minor roadway repairs.
• Maintain streets, alleys, drainage, and rights-of-way.
• Operate vehicles, hand and power tools, and equipment.
• Assist with emergency response, special events, and projects.
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Thursday.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The City of Grants is accepting applications for a Street Technician. This position performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties related to the maintenance and improvement of City streets, alleys, drainage systems, rights-of-way, grounds, and other City property and infrastructure.

Duties include pothole and minor roadway repairs, street and alley maintenance, drainage and culvert cleaning, vegetation control, traffic control, sign installation and maintenance, snow and ice removal, debris cleanup, and operation of vehicles, tools, and equipment. The Street Technician may also assist with emergency response, special events, and projects throughout the City.

Applicants must be able to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions and safely operate assigned tools and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Applicants must successfully complete all City pre-employment requirements, including a background check and drug screening.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Thursday

Department: Streets

The City of Grants is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience in street maintenance, construction, grounds maintenance, equipment operation, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles, hand and power tools, and assigned equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be available to assist with emergency response, snow and ice removal, and other operational needs as required.
• Must successfully complete all City pre-employment requirements, including a background check and drug screening.