Street Maintenance Worker

City Of Charleston • Charleston, WV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Charleston is seeking a hardworking and dependable Street Maintenance Worker for its Public Works Street Department. The position performs manual labor to maintain and repair city streets, roads, rights-of-way, and other public areas. Work is performed outdoors year-round and includes blacktop and concrete work, storm line installation, and snow and ice removal.

The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with hours established by the Department Head. The role may require work at night, on weekends or holidays, and mandatory overtime during certain situations, including snow and ice removal. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid West Virginia driver's license, which must be maintained.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Proficiency in reading and speaking English.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting, digging, and carrying.
• Ability to work outdoors and tolerate exposure to traffic, weather elements, moving equipment, and construction hazards.
• Wear personal protective equipment and follow safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate accountability, adaptability, communication, initiative, judgment and decision-making, customer service, professional development, and teamwork and cooperation.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in construction, street maintenance, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Dig trenches, lay storm lines, shovel asphalt, and rake gravel.
• Pour and finish blacktop and concrete.
• Install and maintain guardrails.
• Assist with traffic control, including road closures and flagging.
• Support special events through setup and cleanup.
• Perform storm debris removal and snow and ice operations.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Complete basic forms and reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Head or Supervisor.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Enrollment in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Optional 457 deferred compensation plan
• Paid vacation leave
• Paid sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED