Maintenance Worker I - Streets

City of Saratoga Springs•Saratoga Springs, UT

2d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Saratoga Springs has an opening for a full-time Maintenance Worker I – Streets position within the Public Works Department, approximately 40 hours per week. This role reports to the Assistant Public Works Director – Infrastructure and works directly under the Streets Supervisor. The department aims to provide growth opportunities. The position is responsible for assisting in the operation and maintenance of the City's storm drainage systems and streets. It also involves being an "on-call" employee for after-hours emergencies and snow plowing.

Requirements

A 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.
Must possess a valid Utah CDL class A Driver's License, with a Tanker endorsement or be able 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 that is 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, but especially in emergency situations.
Ability to Perform tasks with an 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.
Sets forms, pours and finishes concrete and rakes asphalt in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, curbs, gutters, driveways, alleys, and sidewalks.
Operates light vehicles such as pickups to transport light rollers and to perform specialized maintenance functions; traffic striping and sign painting; operates light roller to compact asphalt patching.
Perform maintenance, operations and cleaning of the City's entire drainage system.
Comply with applicable federal, state and local codes and regulations related to storm drain maintenance.
Operates pickup and dump trucks, backhoe, loader, skid steer, and other maintenance equipment; performs routine maintenance on equipment.
Monitor drainage systems during storms removing blockages as necessary to maintain flow.
Perform storm clean-up. Remove trash and debris built up on grates and inlet wings during and after storms, monitor problem areas prone to flooding.
Snow plowing of public streets.
General maintenance duties of public facilities as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Several health insurance options (one of which has a $0.00 employee premium payroll deduction with Wellness program participation)
Dental insurance
Life and 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 to add on Vision, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness, additional Life Insurance coverage, and FSAs (flexible spending accounts)
Participation in the Utah Public Retirement System (pension)
6.2% of salary contributed into a 401(k) retirement plan
120 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually
40 hours of short-term medical accrued annually
11 holidays annually