Streets Maintenance Technician Level I

Town of Leland

4d

About The Position

Performs introductory skilled trades work in the construction, maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, driveways, drainage ways and related facilities; operates a variety of motorized equipment; and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the close supervision of the Streets Maintenance Supervisor. This position is designated as essential during emergency or disaster situations, as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with minimal experience (less than 1 year) in general construction, street maintenance, and in the operation of medium to heavy sized equipment and trucks.
• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
• Obtain Flagger certification within one (1) year of appointment.
• Obtain Confined Space certification within one (1) year of appointment.
• Obtain FEMA Class 100 and 700 certifications within one (1) year of appointment.
• General knowledge of streets drainage, buildings, grounds, utilities, landscape, and related construction, maintenance, and repair procedures.
• General knowledge of the safe use, operation, and preventive maintenance of the equipment to which assigned.
• Ability to safely operate equipment to which the employee is assigned.
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to read and write basic instructions and work orders.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
• Ability to perform work during emergency or disaster situations upon request and as assigned by management.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains streets: prepares asphalt materials for resurfacing and patching potholes; builds and sets concrete forms; pours and patches new and old concreate work; performs general landscaping duties upon completion of projects.
• Removes damaged sections of asphalt; fills holes with patching materials and hot asphalt using tamps or rolls patches.
• Constructs, maintains, and repairs street signs, catch basins, storm drainpipes, curbs, sidewalks, street striping, retaining walls, and other infrastructure within Town right of way and maintenance easements.
• Performs minor repair and preventative maintenance on vehicles and motorized equipment; performs oil changes, replaces filters and spark plugs, and checks tire pressure and fluids.
• Assists with the installation and removal of traffic control devices for operation and maintenance activities.
• Operates backhoe, front end loader, chainsaw, concrete saw, jackhammer, asphalt roller, weed eater, stump grinder, and other equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of Public Works streets and facilities.
• Promotes and demonstrates organizational culture, core values, and leadership philosophies consistent with, or complementary to, Town administration.
• Adheres to policies and procedures established by the Town.
• Performs work during emergency or disaster situations as necessary, upon request, or as assigned by the Town Manager.

What This Job Offers

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