Street Maintenance I, II, III

City of Andover Kansas•Andover, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the maintenance of the City’s streets. The work performed is skilled, involving the operation of specialized equipment and other assigned tasks. The employee must also be experienced in basic street maintenance. Although the employee works under the direct supervision of the Street Assistant Manager, some tasks may require working independently following prescribed instructions, procedures, and policies. There are three levels of Street Maintenance positions. Prior experience determines what level you qualify for. Pay is then determined by what level you are qualified for. Experience credit is also given for honorable military service.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, required
Minimum of 6 mos - two years of related work experience (Level 1: 6 mos, Level II: 1 year, Level III: 2yrs), or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required
Must have a valid driver's license and driving history deemed acceptable to be insurable by the City's insurance.
Class "A" Commercial Driver's license with appropriate endorsements already possessed or achieved within 6 months of employment
Knowledge of maintenance and operation of heavy equipment
Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of traffic signals
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve daily routine tasks
Ability to read and comprehend written materials and oral instructions
Ability to procure needed repair parts and supplies as needed
Ability to lead individual projects and/or departmental employees
Knowledge of safe working habits
Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Mows grass, manage weeds, cut brush with or without power equipment
Assists in the maintenance of roads, ditches, and street surfaces
Performs routine mechanical maintenance of City equipment
Performs snow removal of City streets and grounds
Performs other duties as required.
Assists in the maintenance of roads, ditches, street surfaces, and traffic signals (Level II and III)
Routinely operates heavy equipment (Level II and III)

Benefits

Vacation Leave — Available after end of training period. Vacation accrues each pay period (every 2 weeks) and accrual rate is based on years of service.
Sick Leave - Accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month, no wait period.
Holidays - The City provides 11 paid holidays.
Medical and Dental Insurance – The City covers at least 85% of the premiums of all plans. Available 1st of the month following date of hire.
Retirement – After the training period, The City will contribute 7% of gross compensation into a 401a plan and will match up to 3% of employee contribution for a total of 10%.
YMCA Discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and Confidential
Tuition Reimbursement - While employed ($1,000 a year)
Life Insurance for employee and dependents - After 90 days paid by the City
Disability insurance for employees - After 90 days paid by the City