Maintenance Worker I

City of Irving • City of Irving, TX

1d • 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 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

• Six months of related experience
• Ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
• Basic computer skills
• Valid Class C Texas driver’s license
• Possess, or be able to obtain within six months, a valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Responsibilities

• Repairing and maintaining street infrastructure
• Setting up safety and traffic control systems for repair work
• Cleaning, servicing and maintaining assigned tools, machinery, equipment and vehicles
• Using basic equipment to perform repairs, e.g. jackhammer, rakes, and/or shovels
• Serving as a flagger to direct traffic around work zones
• Removing refuse and debris from rights-of-way, medians and embankments

What This Job Offers

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