Street Maintenance Worker

Department: Street | Reports to: Street Supervisor

Summary

Under basic supervision, performs a variety of basic labor tasks to maintain streets, roadways and City infrastructure for the Public Works Department (PWD); operates vehicles, equipment and tools in compliance with all safety regulations and standard procedures.

Essential Functions

• Assists in maintaining and repairing streets, roadways, and infrastructure, in compliance with PWD safety regulations and procedures; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Performs a variety of unskilled and semi‑skilled labor tasks; assists with street maintenance, clears foliage and debris and cleans drains and vacant properties; cross‑trains in a variety of PWD skills.
• Maintains and operates PWD vehicles and equipment according to Department standards.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries.
• Supports the division operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work‑related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred. Some related work experience is desired.

Knowledge

• Basic traffic control and safety procedures and regulations.

Skills

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Following standard operating and safety procedures.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co‑workers.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed indoors, outdoors and at City facilities; requires constant physical effort, and the ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment. City‑approved safety shoes must be worn.

License and Certification

• Must possess a Texas driver’s license.
• A Texas Class B CDL is preferred; if hired without one, the employee will be given the opportunity to obtain it within one (1) year of employment.