Maintenance Worker- Stormwater

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Represents the City of Red Oak in a professional, appropriate manner at all times
• Performs various tasks such as:
• Repairing concrete and/or asphalt pavement
• Maintenance and repair of storm-drain inlets and flumes
• Inspect, maintain, clean, and repair stormwater pipes and drainage ditches
• Rash & debris clean-up on streets and right-of-ways
• Barricade maintenance
• Tree trimming
• Ice & flood control
• Excavating by use of hand tools
• Weed eating
• Mowing
• Operates a variety of Public Works equipment relative to work assignments, including:
• Jackhammers
• Spray paint guns
• Rollers
• Front-end loaders
• Tamper
• Chainsaws
• Weed eaters & mowers
• Trucks
• Assists in painting or installing buttons, crosswalks, and other traffic markings
• Assists in the clearing of roadways
• Assists in street department projects
• Supports the relationship between the City and the public through courteous and cooperative interactions
• Performs all job duties, tasks, and activities according to work instructions, defined procedures, and policies
• Performs all work activities in a safe manner and follows all safety rules
• Performs related duties as assigned or required by supervisor
• Identifies, records and reports problems that interfere with completion of job duties, and initiates, recommends, or provides solutions as appropriate
• Keeps work areas clean and orderly
• Exemplifies a cooperative attitude to work effectively with others
• Protects classified, confidential, and sensitive information

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Entry level position, previous experience as a laborer or in construction is preferred but not required. On the job training will be provided.
• Ability to safely operate tools and equipment listed above
• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License with clear driving record
• NIMS Training obtained within 3 months of hire
• Ability to obtain Class B Commercial Driver’s permit within 6 months, and Class B Commercial Driver’s License within 1 year of hire
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Attain skills for proper use and care of gas and electric tools, equipment, methods, and materials used in public works streets and drainage utility projects
  • Attain knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform tasks safely
  • Basic written and spoken English language skills and the ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
  • Basic math skills including ability to perform accurate measurements
  • Basic computer skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a team player and maintain effective work relationships
  • Responds appropriately to requests and inquiries
  • Make sound decisions and effectively handle stressful situations in a professional manner
  • Able to abide by all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Able to safely perform all physical requirements of the job, including strenuous tasks under varying weather conditions