Public Works Maintenance Tech I

City of Freeport, Texas•Freeport, TX

About The Position

Under direction of the Department Supervisor, provides highly skilled technical assistance to assigned areas of responsibility; performs related work as required. Responsibilities include activities in primary public works functional areas, including: Grounds Maintenance - Includes parks, playground areas, public spaces, street medians and landscaping, street trees, trails and related structures. Street Maintenance - Includes street pavement, storm drainage, and sidewalk maintenance and repair, pavement legends/striping, public signage, streets sweeping, and graffiti abatement. Facilities Maintenance - Includes all City owned facilities, trailers, parking equipment.

Requirements

Requires Texas Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one within 90-days of hire, and Safe Driving Record.
minimum of (2) years of maintenance experience in Streets, Drainage, Parks/Grounds, or Building Maintenance.
Completing maintenance work orders
Following directions of Supervisor
Promoting safe work practices
Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and make creative recommendations; read and interpret plans and specifications and guidelines.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work; represent the City effectively.
Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence.
Principles, practices, methods and materials for municipal maintenance projects and activities
Principles, practices and techniques related to street, facilities, parks, facilities, horticulture and equipment maintenance
Safety practices pertaining to the lines of work
Applicable state and federal laws and regulations

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred
Heavy Equipment Operator Certification preferred but not required.
Electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC licenses preferred, but not required.
Safety training certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides labor in assigned areas of responsibility.
Provides daily operations of the Public Works Department
Conducts maintenance and repairs utilizing equipment
Maintain safe working conditions for the workforce and public.
Contributes to work site actions to ensure that safety rules and regulations are followed
Operates light machinery
Reports problems and emergency situations, recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts to immediate supervisor
Responds to emergency maintenance requests during normal hours and after hours
Must maintain cell phone for city use
Represents the City in a professional manner with the public, governmental agencies; handles difficult complaints and inquiries.
Collects necessary materials, tools, equipment and instructions before arrival on the job site
Works closely with other members of the Public Works Management team to provide a coordinated and supportive approach to service delivery.
Ensures that all equipment and machinery is fueled for emergencies
Maintains daily work activity logs
Responsible for emergency call out.
Performs other duties as assigned.