Streets Entry Technician

City of Hurst. • Hurst, TX

23d

About The Position

Performs duties necessary to support the Streets and Drainage Division to ensure the proper construction, repair and maintenance of streets, roadways, storm drainage systems and right of ways. Must be available for overtime and standby duty as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to learn to repair streets with concrete and asphalt.
• Ability to read and follow safety rules, City rules and codes, and instruction on proper use of chemicals.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions to complete an assigned job.
• Ability to work and communicate with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work in a team environment, contribute as a team member and treat co-workers and customers with respect.
• Physical ability and coordination to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Ability to learn to operate and service related standard transmission equipment.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor, including standing, bending, stooping, lifting, reaching, twisting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time in adverse conditions, including extreme heat, cold, moisture, dust, and fumes, at various heights, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to work any day of the week (weekends and weekdays) and long hours.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.
• Must obtain a valid Texas Class A CDL license with a Tanker Endorsement within 18 months of hire or promotion.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance, flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergency situations during non-scheduled work hours.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and essential job function screening.

Responsibilities

• Arrives on time prepared to work the assigned schedule.
• Works overtime and standby as needed
• Shovels asphalt from back of dump truck.
• Moves, lifts, loads and unloads various equipment and tools to and from work trucks.
• Cleans and repairs drainage systems including weed control.
• Operates and performs service and minor maintenance on equipment.
• Performs all related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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