Street Maintenance I,II,III

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Job Summary

This position is responsible for maintenance of the Citys streets. The
work performed is skilled in nature, involving operation of specialized
equipment in addition to other tasks as assigned. The employee must also
be experienced in basic street maintenance. Although the employee works
under the direct supervision of the Street Assistant Manager, some tasks
may require working independently following prescribed instructions,
procedures, and policies.

There are three levels of Street Maintenance positions. What level you
qualify for will be based on your prior experience. Pay is then
determined by what level you are qualified for.

Additional Information

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK

– Mows grass, manage weeds, cuts brush with or without power equipment
– Assists in maintenance of roads, ditches and street surfaces
– Performs routine mechanical maintenance of City equipment
– Performs snow removal of City streets and grounds
– Performs other duties as required.

Level II and III workers may do all of the above as well as:

– Assists in maintenance of roads, ditches, street surfaces, and
traffic signals
– Routinely operates heavy equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

– Knowledge of maintenance and operation of heavy equipment
– Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of traffic
signals
– Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve daily routine tasks
– Ability to read and comprehend written materials and oral
instructions
– Ability to procure needed repair parts and supplies as needed
– Ability to lead individual projects and/or departmental employees
– Knowledge of safe working habits

QUALIFICATIONS

– High School Diploma or equivalent, required
– Minimum of 6 months – two years of related work experience (Level 1:
6 months, Level II: 1 year, Level III: 2yrs), or an equivalent
combination of education and experience, required
– Must have a valid drivers license and driving history deemed
acceptable to be insurable by the Citys insurance.
– Class “A” Commercial Drivers license with appropriate
endorsements already possessed or achieve within 6 months of
employment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

– This work involves physical labor and exertion to manually move,
lift, carry, or push heavy objects or equipment possibly weighing 80
lbs. or more with occasional maximum lift of 68 lbs. from floor to
shoulder and 30 lbs. from floor to waist. Examples of movements
include walking on uneven terrain and surfaces that may be slick
from the elements, climbing in and out ditches, bending, stooping,
and/or shoveling as required, trimming trees, accessing heights,
etc. The position frequently operates motorized equipment for
extended periods of time. Regular and proper use of PPE is required.
Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.