Public Services Worker - Streets

About the Role

Provides for the construction, repair, and maintenance of the City's streets and rights-of-way. Operates a wide variety of light and heavy equipment, tools, and machines to maintain, repair, and improve streets, alleys, rights-of-way, grounds, and related assets for public safety and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Installs, constructs, and maintains streets, alleys, rights-of-way, grounds, and related assets using light and/or heavy trucks, equipment, hand and power tools, and manual labor.
• Performs asphalt and concrete patching, crack sealing, and sealcoat preparation.
• Installs and maintains street signs, traffic signs, informational signs, and pavement markings.
• Performs tree and brush removal and maintenance, including operation of aerial and chipping equipment.
• Assists in the installation, operation, and maintenance of traffic signals, street lighting, and associated cabinets and cabling.
• Loads and hauls materials for construction and disposal.
• Constructs improvements and maintains City buildings and other assets.
• Removes snow, ice, and storm debris from roadways; applies ice control materials, plows snow, and repairs snow plowing damage.
• Loads and applies sand and de-icing chemicals; removes and hauls snow and ice.
• Sweeps trash, grit, and sediment; loads, hauls, and disposes of debris.
• Cleans and maintains light and/or heavy trucks, equipment, hand and power tools, work areas, and storage areas.
• Performs preventative maintenance, safety checks, and mechanical repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Supports capital projects, special projects, and City operations, maintenance, and repair.
• Loads and transports personnel and materials to and from work sites; provides labor and equipment operation for special projects or events.
• Orders, delivers, and moves materials and furnishings; establishes and maintains safe work zones in public rights-of-way.
• Estimates quantities of materials (e.g., asphalt for patching, loads for hauling).
• Documents activities utilizing a computer.
• Leads a section work crew and assists in training crew members.
• May assist with duties in utilities, park maintenance, and/or facilities maintenance divisions as needed.
• Participates in training and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Training or experience in equipment operation and street maintenance.
• Valid Minnesota Driver’s License and Commercial Driver’s License permit.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing snowplow functions for a commercial or governmental agency.
• Valid Minnesota Class A Driver’s License with Tanker endorsement.
• Experience in construction, including road construction, paving, utility and drainage construction, building maintenance, concrete finishing, or construction inspection.
• APWA Public Works Certification, MnDOT Technical Certification(s), or Erosion Control Certification.
• Experience in heavy and light equipment maintenance.

Skills

• Knowledge of local and state laws and regulations regarding equipment operation on public streets.
• Knowledge and skill in proper snow and ice removal techniques.
• Knowledge of small and large engine mechanics.
• Skill in operating heavy equipment and vehicles used in roadway maintenance and snow/ice removal.
• Knowledge of state and federal OSHA standards and requirements.
• Ability to work in all Minnesota weather conditions, including climatic extremes.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions in English (e.g., operating manuals, safety instructions).
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work, and handle assignments under moderate supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively and positively in a team environment.
• Ability to work on-call outside of normal work hours.
• Basic analytical ability for standard procedures and tasks.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Work is performed in buildings and outdoors, involving moderate duty with the ability to lift, carry, or push up to 60 pounds.
• Exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, toxic chemicals, dust, noise, odors, traffic, and occupational hazards associated with road construction and maintenance.
• Subject to a random drug testing program.

Pay

$29.57 - $41.87 / Hourly

Benefits

Full benefit package.

Schedule

• First (Day) shift.
• Full-time, on-site position.
• Public transportation accessible.
• Veterans encouraged to apply.

One opening available.