Public Service Worker (PSW) I -Streets (FT) - Public Works

City of Brooklyn Park•Brooklyn Park, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position focuses on the operation, maintenance, repair, and improvement of City streets and associated infrastructure, including storm sewer systems, traffic signs, streetlights, sidewalks, and related public assets. Under the direction of the divisional Field Supervisors and Lead Workers, this position performs physically demanding, hands-on manual labor in support of the Public Works Department. Responsibilities include the operation, repair, maintenance, and construction of the City's streets, parks, water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer systems, as well as other associated infrastructure. The position regularly requires the use of hand and power tools, operation of equipment and vehicles, lifting and moving heavy materials, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and performing other strenuous physical tasks. The position also provides a high level of customer service to both internal and external customers. NOTE: Brooklyn Park Local 49 members will be given priority placement in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement at five (5) days

Requirements

18 years of age or older
One (1) year of experience in equipment operation and general equipment maintenance for a maintenance operation
Valid Class “D” driver's license at time of hire
Class "B" required within 1 year of hire
Class "A" required within 2 years of hire
Ability to comprehend and execute written and oral instructions
Ability to be cross trained in the divisions: Park Maintenance, Street Maintenance, and Utility Maintenance
Ability to perform maintenance and repair tasks in one or more of the following divisions: Park Maintenance, Street Maintenance, and Utility Maintenance
Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including but not limited to lifting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead, pushing and pulling
Ability to perform job responsibilities in climatic extremes common to Minnesota
Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity, diversity and inclusion
Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction
Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement

Nice To Haves

Valid class "B" or higher driver's license
Two (2)+ years of experience in equipment operation
Two (2)+ years of experience in street maintenance
Two (2)+ years of experience working in a municipal setting
Previous experience snow plowing streets, sidewalks, and cul-de-sacs
Previous experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds
Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Lao or Vietnamese language(s)

Responsibilities

Perform street maintenance repair to include crack sealing, patching, sweeping.
Perform concrete curb, sidewalk and pedestrian ramp replacement to meet ADA compliance.
Perform snow and ice control to include street, cul-de-sac, and sidewalk & trail plowing. Ice control as warranted/necessary on streets.
Perform sign repair to include inspections, GIS data collection, replacement and striping/marking.
Perform MS4 inspections of storm sewer system to meet Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Requirements.
Perform storm sewer system repair/maintenance of catch basins, storm water utility holes, storm pipes, storm water ponds, and creeks including cleaning, rebuilding, unclogging de-icing and dredging.
Perform streetlight and traffic signal repair and pole painting.
Perform tree trimming along storm sewer and sidewalk right of way.
Locate and mark underground utilities; keep records, as necessary.
Perform road maintenance operations in accordance with the pavement rating management plan.
Perform inspections involving milling, paving and concrete replacement projects.
Responsible for proper placement of traffic control devices in accordance with MUTC guidelines while working in roadways.
Performs emergency hazardous materials response procedures.
Provides assistance with vehicle and equipment maintenance.
Provides assistance in emergency or essential operations to all divisions including parks, streets and utility maintenance divisions.
Assist other departments in their service delivery, repairs and maintenance.
Receives and responds to requests and work orders.
Follows up on complaints and other matters of public interest related to the City infrastructure, service, and maintenance.
Deals courteously, effectively and tactfully with the public.
Performs standby duties on scheduled rotation.
Performs other duties, as assigned.