Maintenance Worker I - Streets

City of Saratoga Springs•Saratoga Springs, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Saratoga Springs is seeking a full-time Maintenance Worker I – Streets for the Public Works Department. This position involves approximately 40 hours per week and reports to the Assistant Public Works Director – Infrastructure, working directly under the Streets Supervisor. The role is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City's storm drainage systems and streets. The position also serves as an on-call employee for after-hours emergencies and snow plowing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Some experience working with public works systems or general construction; or an equivalent combination of job-related education and experience.
Storm Water Inspector certification within twelve (12) months of hiring.
OSHA Confined Space Certification.
OSHA Trench Safety Training.
First Aid and CPR Certification.
Valid Utah CDL class A Driver's License, with a Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain one within 6 months.
Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
Knowledge of storm drainage systems and their functions, operations, and routine maintenance needs.
Knowledge of streets, the materials used to construct them, and routine maintenance/repair needs.
Knowledge of basic street signage as per MUTCD.
Knowledge of basic computer operations and applications.
Knowledge of correct use of the English language and vocabulary.
Ability to interact with the public in all situations while maintaining a professional, pleasant, and courteous demeanor.
Ability to follow City policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain records and task lists.
Ability to operate moderate to heavy equipment needed to perform maintenance duties.
Ability to review and interpret basic to moderately difficult building and construction plans for public utility systems.
Ability to communicate in a concise, effective, and professional manner by telephone, in writing, and in person.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with developers, contractors, citizens, coworkers, and supervisors.
Ability to exercise sound and good judgment at all times, especially in emergency situations.
Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
Ability to utilize basic functions in Microsoft Office software programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
Ability to utilize specialized software including, but not limited to, City Works.
Ability to manage heavy workloads, prioritize, and multitask.
Ability to be a team player.
Ability to problem solve.
Ability to manage stress.
Ability to work independently with general supervision.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

Inspection of all public streets, repair of damaged streets and coordination of street maintenance.
Setting forms, pouring and finishing concrete and raking asphalt in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, curbs, gutters, driveways, alleys, and sidewalks.
Operating light vehicles such as pickups to transport light rollers and to perform specialized maintenance functions; traffic striping and sign painting; operating light roller to compact asphalt patching.
Performing maintenance, operations, and cleaning of the City's entire drainage system.
Complying with applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations related to storm drain maintenance.
Operating pickup and dump trucks, backhoe, loader, skid steer, and other maintenance equipment; performing routine maintenance on equipment.
Monitoring drainage systems during storms, removing blockages as necessary to maintain flow.
Performing storm clean-up.
Removing trash and debris built up on grates and inlet wings during and after storms, monitoring problem areas prone to flooding.
Snow plowing of public streets.
General maintenance duties of public facilities as assigned.
Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Several health insurance options (one with $0.00 employee premium payroll deduction with Wellness program participation).
Dental insurance.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
EAP (including mental health short-term counseling services) for the whole family.
Free Teledoc program for the whole family.
Monetary incentives for wellness program participation.
HSA (health savings account) with an Employer match.
Option to elect Vision, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, additional Life Insurance coverage, and FSAs (flexible spending accounts).
Participation in the Utah Public Retirement System (pension).
City contributes 6.2% of salary into a 401(k) retirement plan (in lieu of Social Security taxes).
120 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually.
40 hours of short-term medical accrued annually.
11 holidays annually.