Streets & Stormwater Worker

City Of League City•1701 W. League City Parkway League City, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Streets & Stormwater Department provides a structured career ladder, offering opportunities for growth through four roles: Maintenance Worker, Equipment Operator, Public Service Technician, and Public Service Technician. Placement in these roles depends on your experience, skills, certifications, and licensing. As these are safety-sensitive and/or DOT position. Therefore, participation in random drug testing at the city will be mandatory.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (required for all positions).
Valid Texas Driver's License.
No experience required.
Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
1 year of experience in the Streets Department.
Texas Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
1 year of experience in equipment operations and the Streets Department.
Texas Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
2 years of experience in equipment operations and the Streets Department.
Knowledge of traffic safety regulations, work zone setup, and drainage systems.
Knowledge of operation, maintenance, and safety protocols for a variety of equipment and machinery, from small tools to heavy construction equipment.
Knowledge of techniques for maintaining green spaces, ditches, and culverts.
Skilled in operating vehicles and equipment such as dump trucks, boom mowers, skid steers, and Vactor trucks.
Skilled in performing routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs on equipment.
Skilled in managing traffic control and ensuring safety in work zones.
Skilled in accurately completing daily work reports and documentation.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
Ability to safely operate heavy equipment, including transporting oversize loads and handling advanced machinery like excavators (specific to Public Service Technician 2).
Ability to respond effectively to after-hours callouts and emergency situations.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs. and working in adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair traffic control devices, including street signs, stop signs, and pavement markings, to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow.
Maintain job sites by clearing debris and following safety protocols and procedures.
Assist in setting up traffic control for work zones and special events.
Participate in after-hours and weekend callouts as needed to address urgent situations.
Support general maintenance activities related to traffic control devices and perform basic site cleanup tasks.
Follow safety regulations to ensure proper handling of equipment and tools.
Operate a range of machinery and hand tools, including dump trucks, boom mowers, skid steers, and other equipment, excluding heavy construction equipment.
Conduct general maintenance tasks such as concrete work, cleaning culverts, and checking storm sewers.
Perform routine inspections and upkeep of vehicles and equipment.
Use light to heavy construction equipment, including Vactor vehicles, to maintain green spaces and ensure ditches and culverts are free of grass, debris, and blockages.
Operate specialized equipment like boom mowers and crane trucks for debris removal.
Clean and maintain drainage systems using vac-rodder equipment.
Perform all duties of a Public Service Technician with additional responsibility for operating and transporting oversize equipment, such as excavators, using haul trucks.
Manage more complex equipment operations for large-scale maintenance tasks.
Must be able to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of League City’s citizens, and City employees must be able to work immediately before, during, or immediately after an emergency.