Public Works Maintenance Tech I

About the Role

Under the direction of the Department Supervisor, this role provides highly skilled technical assistance in various public works functional areas, including grounds maintenance, street maintenance, and facilities maintenance. The position requires a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and community improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provides labor in assigned areas of responsibility, including parks, playgrounds, public spaces, street medians, landscaping, street trees, trails, street pavement, storm drainage, sidewalks, pavement legends/striping, public signage, street sweeping, graffiti abatement, and city-owned facilities.
• Conducts daily operations of the Public Works Department, ensuring safe working conditions for the workforce and public.
• Performs maintenance and repairs using equipment, and operates light machinery.
• Reports problems, emergency situations, and unsafe acts to the immediate supervisor.
• Responds to emergency maintenance requests during and after normal hours.
• Represents the City professionally when interacting with the public and governmental agencies, handling complaints and inquiries.
• Collects materials, tools, and equipment before arriving at job sites.
• Works closely with the Public Works Management team to provide coordinated service delivery.
• Ensures equipment and machinery are fueled for emergencies and maintains daily work activity logs.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including emergency call-outs.

Requirements

• Texas Driver's License or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire, with a safe driving record.
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in streets, drainage, parks/grounds, or building maintenance.
• Preferred: High school diploma or GED, Heavy Equipment Operator Certification, electrical/plumbing/HVAC licenses, and safety training certifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete maintenance work orders and follow supervisor directions.
• Promotes safe work practices and analyzes problems to make creative recommendations.
• Reads and interprets plans, specifications, and guidelines.
• Establishes effective working relationships and represents the City professionally.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares clear reports and correspondence.
• Knowledge of municipal maintenance principles, practices, methods, and materials.
• Understanding of safety practices, state and federal laws, and regulations related to public works.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Physical: Routine effort, including exerting at least 50 lbs of pressure; lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects up to 50 lbs. Frequent walking, sitting, carrying, crouching, crawling, balancing, reaching, and fine dexterity. Operation of heavy and motorized equipment. Continual visual and audible awareness, possibly in adverse weather conditions.
• Mental: Ability to work well with others, multi-task, work under time constraints, problem-solve, prioritize, maintain confidentiality, and resolve conflicts. Independent and sound judgment is required.

All employees must pass a drug analysis test, physical exam, and background check. They are expected to show initiative, enthusiasm, and motivation towards improving the Freeport community, be dependable, and maintain physical and mental fitness for their assigned work.