Street Maintenance Crew Worker
NATURE OF WORK
Responsibility for providing semi-skilled to skilled construction, maintenance and repair of the city’s street systems. Work is performed under the general direction of the Street & Traffic Manager and Street & Traffic Superintendent.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK
- Sets up traffic control devices and equipment
- Shovel, rake and jackhammer asphalt and concrete
- Fill cracks and potholes in roads and streets
- Operates trucks and heavy equipment in snow and ice removal, sanding operations and the hauling of materials to and from work sites
- Involvement in all phases of street maintenance and repair
- Maintains grass and weeds on public and private property to ensure compliance with City codes
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of experience in street construction, maintenance and repair is desirable
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement and other special licensure or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK
- Substantial knowledge of the use of power and hand tools
- General knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment and vehicles
- Working knowledge of tractor mounted flail mower, brush mower, and commercial weed-eater
- Ability to follow verbal/written instructions, and maintain accurate written records
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the general public
- General knowledge of Street Divisions Standard Operating Procedures and Best Management Practices
- Ability to work safely and follow Safety Policies
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Safety Minded
- Team Player
- Time Management
- Thoroughness
- Technical Capacities
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position does not supervise but provides technical guidance and work review for staff members. This position may be assigned Lead worker status.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in inclement weather conditions.
- The employee is exposed to cold, heat, noise, dust, vibration, confined spaces, chemicals, and moving traffic.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, reach, ride and perform similar body movements.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 90 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 90 pounds.
- When lifting more than 90 pounds employees are encouraged to use a team lift.
- The employee must possess hand/eye coordination sufficient to operate a personal computer, office equipment and a motor vehicle;
- The ability to talk and hear in person or by telephone;
- The ability to see and read instructions and reports.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
The work schedule is a 40-hour work week, Sunday through Saturday. Work is typically performed Monday through Friday. Schedule involves mandatory shift work to include nights, overtime, weekends and holidays. This position is a non-exempt and eligible for overtime which must be approved prior to working. It is expected employees report to work on time, fully prepared for scheduled work days.
TRAVEL
Travel is primarily local during the business day. Occasional travel may be required to attend off-site training and educational opportunities.
Full-time Employee Benefits
The City of Great Falls offers a complete benefits package to our full-time employee including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement/pensions, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The City offers life and long term disability insurance to all full-time non-union employees. Union employees receive longevity pay. Optional plans are available for employees, flexible spending account, and 457 deferred compensation accounts.
Employer
City of Great Falls
Address
PO Box 5021
Great Falls, Montana, 59403
Phone
406-455-8497
406-455-8545