Maintenance Worker I

City of Irving • City of Irving, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Department operates and maintains the city’s streets and traffic control devices. The department is split into two divisions: Streets and Traffic. The Streets Division provides safe and well-maintained streets, alleys, sidewalks and drainage facilities for the use of citizens and residents. The Traffic Division plans, operates and maintains the transportation systems within the city of Irving in a safe, efficient and proactive manner. The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.

Requirements

• Must be able to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• Have basic computer skills.
• Have a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Six months of related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with installation and removal of roadway pavement markings using thermoplastic machine, hand-propelled paint striper, grinder and water-jet blasting equipment.
• Performing installation, maintenance and repair of various traffic signs, street markings, and other roadway traffic control devices.
• Placing traffic cones and barricades.
• Cleaning and servicing tools, machinery, equipment and vehicles.
• Clearing visual obstructions (primarily vegetation) from traffic control devices, intersections and sight lines.
• Operating various types of equipment, e.g. jackhammer, hydraulic tool system, cutting torch, chain saw and assorted hand tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed