Streets Worker III

Notice of Job Opening

Date: February 19, 2024

Department: Public Works – Streets

Exp Date: Until Filled

Pay: Min-$19.33 Max-$28.65 / Hr.

Hours: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under minimal supervision of the Streets Superintendent, an employee in this position will lead, coordinate, inspect and participate in a wide variety of assigned duties. The Streets Worker III is an advanced skill level in the Streets Department. The Streets Worker III serves as a working lead, performing inspections, providing direction, coordination and oversight of duties performed by lower level personnel.

Examples of Work:

• Oversees and participates in a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks in maintaining City streets, sidewalks, rights-of way and drainage
• Oversees and prepares forms, lays concrete to repair or replace sidewalks, storm drains, curb and gutter, or related structures; finish concrete
• Oversees and fits drainage pipe together for construction or maintenance of storm sewer
• Oversees and operates dump trucks to haul dirt, gravel and equipment
• Oversees and participates in preparing asphalt material and patching
• Oversees and participates in laying, pouring and finishing curbs, gutters and sidewalks
• Oversees and operates power-driven hand tools in packing asphalt, as well as, concrete cutting and breaking tools
• Oversees and cleans storm drains and catch basins
• Oversees and operates pneumatic tools in repairing utility cut-ins
• Oversees and assists in painting lines, directional signs, curbs, lane crossing, as well as, replacing signs
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to work performed
• Read maps and interpret plans, specification and maintenance manuals
• Estimate time, materials and equipment required for assigned jobs
• Train assigned employees in their areas of work, including street maintenance methods, procedures and techniques
• Supervise the use, care and operation of equipment including power tools and trucks
• Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy and ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
• Performs related work and special projects as required

Qualifications:

• Two years as Streets Worker II or equivalent experience
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experienced in construction work, including the operation of medium-sized motorized equipment
• Must possess a valid, Class B or greater Commercial Driver’s License
• Must be capable of performing the necessary functions of the job
• Must be able to take after hours on-call that includes extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays

Desirable Training and Experience:

• Two years’ minimum experience in maintenance and construction type work including the operation of medium sized equipment

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Knowledge of work practices associated with street maintenance and construction
• Ability to comprehend and follow oral instructions
• Ability to work safely and cautiously while exposed to vehicular traffic
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles and equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to work with machinery and its moving parts, sharp tools and other vibrating equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to occasionally lift objects of 50-100 pounds
• Ability to work in inclement weather
• Ability to work with fellow employees and the general public in a courteous and harmonious manner
• Ability to lead, organize and review the work of the staff assigned
• Instruct and direct proper work methods
• Exercise independent judgement and initiative without close supervision

Physical Demands

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment such as: walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods of time, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach twist, grasp and make repetitive hand movement. The performance of daily duties may require climbing on ladders, operating assigned equipment and vehicles, lifting/carrying/pushing moderate to heavy amounts of weight and verbally communicate to exchange information. May be required to respond to emergency and public calls after hours, including evenings and weekends.

Work Environment

Work is usually performed in an outdoor field environment. This results in exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, hazardous traffic and all types of weather/temperature conditions. Work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery and uneven surfaces, as well as, rough terrain is common.

General Online Application

If you have any additional questions please email or call Human Resources: +1 706 883 2037, hr@lagrangega.org