Streets Operations Technician II

City of Flagstaff•Flagstaff, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Build a career that keeps Flagstaff moving—join the City of Flagstaff as a Streets Operations Technician II and make a lasting impact on the community every day. The City of Flagstaff Public Works Division is hiring two Streets Operations Technician II team members to help maintain and improve the City's transportation infrastructure. In this rewarding role, you'll perform and train other personnel in a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair activities involving City signs, streets, easements, rights-of-way, and sidewalks. You'll also play a vital role in supporting Snow Operations to help keep Flagstaff's roadways safe and accessible during winter weather. If you take pride in hands-on work, enjoy mentoring others, and want to contribute to a team dedicated to serving the community, this is your opportunity to make a difference. By applying to this position, you are opening yourself to the opportunity to work in a critical division program and make a significant impact on the community we serve.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma
Three (3) years of experience as a laborer in semi-skilled crafts, involved in construction, building, or landscaping trades
Two (2) years of proficient heavy equipment operation experience
Must possess a valid Arizona Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Nice To Haves

Safely and efficiently operates a dump truck, snowplow, loader, heavy-duty truck, or other right of way maintenance tools and equipment.
Equipment training or operation training
Temporary traffic control certifications
Experience with estimating jobs & requisitioning materials
Valid Arizona Class A CDL
American Backflow Prevention Testing & Repairs, Certified Arborist, Certified Tree Worker, Aerial Lift Specialist, Master Gardener, and Structural Pest Control License in Right of Ways and Weeds certifications (Right of Way assignment)
Working knowledge of irrigation systems and associated repairs (Right of Way assignment)

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
Proficiently performs a variety of construction, maintenance and repair work involving city streets, easements, rights-of-way, curb & gutter, sidewalks & drainage.
Safely operates streets equipment (6/10-wheel truck, cinder and plow units, front end loader, and heavy-duty equipment)
Safely and efficiently operates more advanced equipment including combination tractor-trailer, transport, motor grader, asphalt paving equipment, water truck and/or advanced striping machinery, and other right of way maintenance tools and equipment
Actively aids and supports a training program aimed at promoting acquired skills to other employees
Works independently and provides verbal and written instructions to others
Reads, implements, and completes work orders
Maintains and tracks monthly reports, reviews engineering plans and performs construction walk-throughs
Sets up safe traffic control work zones and applies proficient knowledge of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) typical work zone applications
Applies and enforces proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety in work area
Tracks work performed to help establish and meet performance standards
Enters data into worksheets and asset management software for tracking performance and standards
Prepares monthly reports and tracks expenditures for developing and meeting performance standards
Reviews and implements engineering plans related to Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) specifications and City of Flagstaff engineering standards
Provides input and participates in budget and planning processes
Maintains city street sign and markings inventory, orders, receives, and stocks materials accordingly
Operates a forklift and transport supply truck as needed
Forms, places, and finishes concrete products; primarily curb/gutter and sidewalk panel
Participates in snow operations and other Streets section activities as assigned
Applies vegetation management best practices and follows all safety precautions
Responsible for initiation and follow-up of blue stake measures
Provides training to others in a leadership role and provides mentorship to others in the Streets section
Works independently regarding, and training others, on fabrication, installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signs and markings (stop signs, one-way signs, directional signs, street name signs, delineators, markers, symbols, etc.)
Assists supervisor in recommending and adjusting job instructions to adapt to terrain/materials; determines needs and schedules equipment for major maintenance; counsels and advises staff in Streets section work
Assists direct supervisor in supervising day-to-day work activities for labor/equipment/materials
Tracks work performed and train others to track work performed to help establish and meet performance standards
Assists with Cartegraph performance system for assigned section as needed including oversight of computer entry and work report uploads
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
457 Deferred Compensation Options
Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Employer Tuition Assistance
Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
Tobacco Cessation Program
Employer Assistance Program
Recognition including Work i versary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
Employee Discounts: Mountain L ine Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers