Maintenance Technician - Traffic

City of Manhattan Kansas•Manhattan, KS

4d•$22 - $26

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician contributes to the Public Works mission by working as a crewmember to support public health and safety and assist with maintenance administered by the relevant division. This position is in the Traffic division. The role performs repairs using basic construction knowledge; operates trucks, heavy equipment, and power and hand tools; maintains vehicles and equipment; helps secure safe work areas; responds to inquiries; maintains work records; works with contractors and developers; and attends meetings and training as required. Traffic-specific duties include placing new signs and repairing signs and pavement markings. Employees may also perform other departmental projects and division-specific work as requested. The role may require emergency call-backs, seasonal emergency response, and overtime to complete regular and seasonal work. Employees on the Traffic crew must reside within a 25-mile radius of the respective Public Works Shop to respond to call-backs and after-hours or on-call duties. The scheduled workdays and hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The position is regular and non-exempt. The starting salary range is $21.60–$25.93 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Obtain and maintain a valid Class B commercial driver’s license for the Traffic division within 90 days of employment.
Obtain Work Zone certification for the Traffic division within 24 months of employment.
Reside within a 25-mile radius of the respective Public Works Shop for call-backs and after-hours or on-call duties.

Nice To Haves

Two years of relevant experience in construction or a related area.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs using general knowledge of basic construction techniques.
Operate single- and tandem-axle trucks, heavy equipment, and various power and hand tools.
Perform routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Help secure work areas and maintain safe worksites by placing appropriate warning devices and wearing special protective devices.
Answer and respond to public and staff inquiries regarding the relevant division.
Maintain records regarding work completed.
Work with contractors and developers on repairs and maintenance.
Attend meetings and training as required.
Place new signs and repair signs and pavement markings.
Respond to emergency call-backs, including seasonal emergencies.
Work overtime as needed to complete regular and seasonal work.
Assist supervisors and other departmental personnel with projects for the benefit of the City or department.
Perform other duties as requested.

Benefits

Boot, clothing, and vehicle allowances, if applicable.
City-issued cell phone, if applicable.
Retirement/pension through the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS); voluntary retirement contributions are offered through Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
Wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
12 to 26 days of paid vacation per year, based on years of service.
12 days of paid sick leave per year.
Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
Tuition and fees reimbursement up to $8,000 per calendar year.
Professional development funds based on department budget; certification and licensure may be reimbursed.
Long-term disability.
Employer-paid group life insurance and basic life insurance.
Employee assistance program.
Voluntary benefit options.