Field Maintenance Worker - Streets

Definitions

To perform semi-skilled work operating one of several types of light equipment used in road repair, mow, trim trees. Collect, load and dispose of debris and garbage from streets, alleys, drainage ditches, parks and recreation areas and other areas. This includes various types of common labor work in the maintenance or construction of streets and other public properties, and removal of garbage from city streets and alleys. Maintenance of parks and recreation fields and general labor at landfill.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the entry level class. Employees in this class are distinguished from the Equipment Operator I and II by the performance of more routine tasks assigned to the position including the performance of semi-skilled and unskilled labor work. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited work experience.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates small to light equipment.
• Performs minor maintenance or service checks on equipment.
• Performs unskilled and semi-skilled labor work related to various maintenance and construction activities.
• Cleans and removes debris from streets, alleys, drainage ditches, and other areas.
• Mowing and weed trimming at parks and recreation areas, city rights of way, landfill access roads and perimeter fence.
• Takes part in placement of barricades, signs, flashers and safety cones.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
• Characteristics and limitations of the equipment being operated.
• Basic construction methods and practices.
• Preventive maintenance procedures and practices.
• Ability To:
• Learn proper equipment operating procedures, methods and practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the public.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:
• Lift and carry up to 80lbs;
• Pulls, pushes or drags up to 80lbs;
• Walking or standing for an extended period of time;
• Operating assigned equipment and tools;
• Working under harsh weather conditions.
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
• making observations;
• communicating with others;
• reading and writing;
• operating assigned vehicles, equipment and tools.

Experience and Training

• Minimum age of 18, some common labor work and knowledge of common tools. Experience in the division or in a related field preferred.
• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at the level necessary for the successful job performance.
• Completion of 8th grade required; High school degree or GED preferred. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Benefits

• Paid medical, dental & life insurance for employee;
• Low-cost vision plan;
• Retirement plan: Member contribution rate 5% matching ratio (City to Member) 2 : 1, years required for vesting 5, retirement eligibility (Age/Service) 60/5, 0/20;
• Employee assistance program;
• 12 paid holidays per year;
• Vacation (80 hrs of vacation a year for less than 5 yrs of service, 120 hrs of vacation a year for 5 yrs + of service);
• 80 hours of sick leave a year;
• 2 personal days a year.

Working Conditions

• Will be exposed to work outdoors in a construction site environment with exposure to loud noise, dangerous equipment and inclement weather conditions including extreme heat;
• Will travel from site to site.

Equipment

• Field Maintenance Worker example of equipment used:
• Pavement Cutter;
• Arcas Rake;
• Small Roller (Pneumatic);
• Small Power Broom;
• Riding Mower;
• Weed Eater;
• Weed Eater Mower;
• Power Prune;
• Pull small trailer (weed control and utility).