Drainage Operations & Maintenance III

City of Austin•Austin, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. Drainage Operations and Maintenance III Purpose: Performs highly skilled construction and maintenance work in one or more specialized programs, incorporating standard construction and maintenance techniques to produce a finished product to required standards. Work includes traffic control set up in construction zones, and drainage right of ways maintenance generated by customer service requests (CSR). May be occasionally required to function as heavy equipment operator lead as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and application of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices I (TMUTCD) provisions, as it relates to the job.
Ability to work and occasionally lead activities in storm water management facilities; reconstruction/rehabilitation/maintenance.
Ability to read, write, and follow written, oral and computerized instructions; log onto a computer and train others in the completion of electronic forms, reports, and on-line training.
Must possess skills to produce finished quality maintenance and repairs with minimum rework.
Must be able to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in assigned tasks.
Train others in the use of a surveyor's level to maintain elevation grades on project sites.
May be asked to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Sufficient math skills to calculate areas and volumes and prepare cost estimates.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years' experience in maintenance and/or construction, including two (2) years' experience in operation of heavy-duty equipment.
One (1) year of additional related experience may substitute for one (1) year of high school, up to a maximum of four (4) years.
Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Specific endorsements may be required to be obtained within 120 days of hire.
Must maintain a good driving record.
Continuous outdoor activity, frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, inclement weather, electrical hazards, mechanical hazards, fume/odor hazards, toxic waste/material hazards, occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying/lifting up to ninety (90) pounds, and indoor activity.

Nice To Haves

Experience driving and hauling dump truck and trailer, haul rig with trailer or similar heavy equipment.
Extensive experience operating heavy equipment such as excavator, rubber tire loader, skid loader, gradall, brush truck, backhoe, track loader.
Experience setting up and/or conducting traffic control.
Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and work plans.
Experience restoring and stabilizing creek, channel banks with erosion control materials such as limestone blocks, rock, rip rap, soil lifts.

Responsibilities

Operates a minimum of two types of heavy equipment per the Equipment Training Program.
Drives trucks and trailer rigs to haul equipment and materials. This equipment to include Haul Rig with Low Boy trailer, Concrete mix truck, Tandem Dump trucks with trailers.
Operates and oversees maintenance of gas/diesel/propane equipment (i.e., pneumatic jack hammer, air compressor, generator, chain saw, lawn mower, weed eater, lawn blower, hedge trimmer, gasoline tamper, walk-behind roller, arrow board, quickie cut-off saw).
May demonstrate leadership in enforcing safety measures: i.e., crew wears proper safety equipment, and uses required safety devices on jobsites including traffic control barricades & signs, trench boxes, and adequate lighting for work at night. Checks jobsite for marked hazards. Document hazards and conduct Job Hazard Analysis meetings as needed.
Perform work in storm water management facilities, on stream bank stabilization and erosion control projects within open waterways and wet environments.
Conducts all proper pre-trip inspections, including ZONAR and written forms to ensure proper operating conditions prior to leaving for the job site (ex: checks oil, water, fuel, tires, hydraulic system, etc.). Reports malfunctions and repair requirements to the crew lead or supervisor.
Performs and oversees landscape maintenance; including trimming trees, mowing grass, seeding, laying sod and erosion control.
Performs assigned tasks during emergency situations such as floods, severe weather, and accidents during regular business hours and after hours.
Participates in and conducts on-the-job and skill-based training in order to meet team and department goals and objectives.
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others

Benefits

Competitive Benefits : Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
Retirement Security : Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Sustainable Transportation Options : Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
Focus on Wellness : Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
Career Growth : Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

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