JOB SUMMARY :
Under the general direction of the Public Works Operations Supervisor, performs maintenance and repair on municipal rights-of-way, including related facilities and storm water drainage channels. Duties include operating all equipment, tools, and vehicles to accomplish assigned tasks.
Provides direction and supervision to Public Works Crew Members, volunteers, and other community service workers on work assignments. Efficiently performs a variety of manual labor tasks in the maintenance of municipal buildings, grounds, rights-of-way, and other public properties. Work is performed cooperatively and in a manner that ensures individual and co-worker safety. Responsible for performing other tasks, as directed.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS :
Uses tact, diplomacy, and a positive attitude in all internal and external communications, whether verbal or non-verbal, and other interactions with the public or other municipal employees.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
- Oversees Public Works Crew Members and / or general, contracted laborers to ensure that all assigned duties are completed efficiently and correctly.
- Maintains all City rights-of-way, streets, and storm water drainage channels, including the removal of visual obstructions along rights-of-way, patching, filling potholes, paving, and sweeping.
- Maintains public grounds, including watering, mowing, trimming, and removing trash, brush, and other debris.
- Uses a variety of hand- and power-tools and equipment.
- Operates heavy machinery and other vehicles / equipment necessary for the transport of materials and supplies.
- Oversees personnel in the use of hand and power-operated tools and equipment, heavy machinery, and vehicles.
- May perform the handling and / or application of hazardous materials, in accordance with Local, State, and Federal regulations.
- Installs traffic signage, cones, and barricades during fair and inclement weather.
- Performs basic carpentry and related functions.
- Inputs, maintains, and produces activity logs, reports, and other related data.
- Communicates with the Operations Supervisor on all scheduled work activities.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Working knowledge of :Equipment and tool operation and maintenance;
Construction;Safety standards; andPersonal computers, copy and fax machines, and other typical office equipment.Ability to read, write, and comprehend the English language.Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions.Ability to work cooperatively in a team and work crew environment.Ability to perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions and in dirty, uncomfortable conditions.Ability to sustain continuous physical effort, including frequent bending, walking, manipulation of and heavy lifting of equipment.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.Ability to work independently.Ability to supervise workers.QUALIFICATIONS :
Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :
High School diploma or G.E.D. required.Two (2) years work experience in public works or related position.The City will consider any other combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the desired skill set, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.CERTIFICATES & LICENSES :
Valid Texas Driver's License required.Valid Class "B" Texas Driver's License or ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire date preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to lift 90+ pounds.Ability to work in confined spacesAbility to bend, twist, kneel, crawl, lift heavy objects, and perform manual labor.WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Work is performed primarily outdoors in all kinds of weather, exposing the employee to inclement weather and related hazards.
WORK HOURS :
Monday – Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m.May be required to work weekends or before or after business hours for special events or emergencies. May be required to work overtime, as necessary.This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.
Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
THE CITY OF HELOTES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro