Streets Maintenance Worker 1

ZipRecruiter; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipality is seeking a Street Maintenance Worker responsible for maintaining city infrastructure through various manual and skilled tasks. This role requires knowledge of construction methods, effective communication, and a Class B CDL. The position is safety-sensitive and includes exposure to outdoor working conditions and mechanical hazards.

Qualifications

• Class B CDL with endorsements or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks and operate listed tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work on city infrastructure including asphalt patch repair.
• Operate various tools and equipment for construction and repairs.
• Drive trucks for loading and hauling materials.

Skills

Knowledge of maintenance and construction methods

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Dependability

Education

Class B CDL Oklahoma Driver’s License

Tools

Motorized vehicles and equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Street Maintenance Worker

FLSA: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Department: Public Infrastructure

Reports to: Streets General Foreman

Salary Range: $15.00 - $18.96 (Depending on experience and qualifications)

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a condition as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

General Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the Streets General Foreman, performs a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of city infrastructure. This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing. Safety-sensitive positions must comply with federal regulations where marijuana remains illegal. Possession of a medical marijuana license does not exempt safety-sensitive positions from federal regulations. If a safety-sensitive employee tests positive and can no longer perform the job, the City of Claremore will implement a zero-tolerance policy resulting in immediate termination.

Essential Functions:

• Asphalt patch repair
• Operate gasoline-powered hand tools
• Use various hand tools such as concrete rakes, hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, shovels, etc.
• Barricade maintenance and repair
• Inspect and/or repair streets and drainage systems regularly to ensure proper functioning
• Determine the locations of gas, telephone, power, television, water, and sewer lines prior to excavation
• Maintain equipment and tools by cleaning and checking after use; keep records of inspections and maintenance activities
• Drive trucks of various sizes for loading, hauling, and unloading equipment, gravel, and sand
• Perform duties in accordance with safety and security standards
• Perform labor involved in construction and maintenance projects, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, laying, backfilling, mowing, weed-eating, and litter removal
• Operate various power construction and maintenance equipment
• Perform manual tasks such as setting bases and forms for concrete pouring
• Operate concrete saws and fill joints with tar
• Finish surfaces of concrete streets, walkways, and curbs to specified grades using hand tools
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Knowledge: of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction, and repair activities
• Abilities: to work on time, follow directions, be honest and dependable, maintain safety, be cooperative, have a positive attitude, be courteous and considerate, manage time effectively, recognize problems and find solutions, perform heavy manual tasks, work safely, communicate effectively, and establish effective working relationships
• Skill: operating tools and equipment listed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Class B CDL Oklahoma Driver’s License with tanker and air brake endorsements or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire

Tools and Equipment:

Motorized vehicles and equipment, including dump trucks, pickup trucks, utility trucks, tamper, plate compactor, saws, pumps, propane kettle, compressors, sanders, generators, hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, phone.

Physical Demands:

Regularly use hands to operate objects and reach; frequently stand, talk, or hear; occasionally walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell. Must lift up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Work Environment:

Primarily outside in weather conditions; often near moving mechanical parts; exposed to wet/humid conditions, vibration, high places, fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and electrical hazards. Noise level is usually loud.