Drainage Operations and Maintenance Assistant - Austin Watershed Protection

City of Austin•Gloucester, MA

5d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Drainage Operations and Maintenance Assistant performs construction and maintenance work in specialized programs within a public works department, using standard construction and maintenance techniques to meet required standards. The position assists with construction, repair, and rehabilitation of storm drainage infrastructure and involves some contact with the public. The role includes assisting with storm drain installation, excavation, pipe repairs, concrete work, traffic control, site preparation, and landscape and erosion-control work. The employee operates and maintains tools and equipment, performs vehicle inspections, keeps required logs and documentation, and participates in training, including training toward obtaining a CDL. Work may take place in stormwater facilities, open waterways, wet environments, and trenches. This is an essential employee position. The employee may participate in an on-call rotation and may be called in, work adjusted hours, or be assigned to a designated work site during emergencies or inclement weather. The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The annual hiring range is $22.63–$25.46.

Requirements

At least six months of experience in maintenance, construction, or concrete work.
Valid Class C driver's license and a good driving record; the driving requirements state that a valid Class C Texas Driver License or the ability to acquire one by the hire date is required.
Knowledge of Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices I (TMUTCD) provisions relevant to the work.
Ability to learn stormwater management, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and maintenance skills.
Ability to learn and demonstrate safety requirements, including safe operation of hand and power tools, light and heavy equipment, and two-way radios.
Ability to read, write, and follow written, oral, and computerized instructions; log onto a computer and complete online training.
Ability to improve the quality of maintenance and repairs while minimizing rework.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with City employees and the public.
Ability to adapt to frequent interruptions and changes in assignments.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including outdoor work, exposure to varied weather and hazards, and occasional lifting or carrying up to 90 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in concrete work or general construction.
Knowledge of concrete pouring, finishing, forming, and curing.
Experience with site preparation, grading, and construction materials.
Ability to read basic construction plans and follow project specifications.
Familiarity with construction tools, equipment, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative equipment maintenance and minor repairs before traveling to job sites; complete checklists and use ZONAR to report malfunctions and repair needs.
Use hand tools and operate and maintain gas-, diesel-, and propane-powered equipment, including jackhammers, air compressors, generators, chainsaws, mowers, trimmers, rollers, tampers, saws, and related equipment.
Set up and remove traffic-control devices, flag traffic, set forms, and install guard rails according to applicable traffic-control procedures.
Assist with storm drain installation, repair, excavation, shoveling, pipe installation, and repairs, including working safely in trenches.
Build concrete forms and structures, pour concrete, prepare bedding material for pipe placement, place street plates and asphalt, and perform other road maintenance and repair work.
Perform landscape maintenance and erosion-control work, including tree trimming, mowing, seeding, laying sod, installing rock berms, and installing silt fences.
Work on stormwater management facilities, stream-bank stabilization, and erosion-control projects in open waterways and wet environments.
Operate a Class C truck and complete required vehicle inspections.
Assist with loading, unloading, organizing, and maintaining tools and equipment.
Perform assigned duties during emergencies, floods, severe weather, accidents, and other extraordinary situations, including after regular business hours as needed.
Prepare daily trip logs, inventory and material requisition forms, and other required documentation.
Participate in on-the-job and skill-based training to meet team and department goals, including training toward obtaining a CDL.