Public Works Technician-ROW

Job Summary

The City of Buda is hiring for a Public Works Technician position. Placement within the Public Works Technician career progression (I, II, or III) and starting pay will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and certifications.

Starting Pay Range: $22.89–$26.01 per hour.

Employees are encouraged to obtain approved certifications that support Public Works operations. Approved certifications may qualify employees for specialized assignments, advancement within the Public Works Technician career progression, pay adjustments within the established pay range, and certification incentive pay as approved by the City.

• Public Works Technician I:
  High school diploma or GED and six (6) months of related work experience.
• Public Works Technician II:
  High school diploma or GED and either three (3) years of related work experience and at least two approved certifications/licenses, or five (5) years of related work experience.
• Public Works Technician III:
  High school diploma or GED and either seven (7) years of related work experience and at least three approved certifications/licenses, or ten (10) years of related work experience.

• Maintains public rights-of-way, medians, drainage easements, and related City property by mowing, edging, trimming vegetation, removing litter, applying herbicides, planting vegetation, and performing landscape maintenance to promote public safety, visibility, accessibility, and community appearance standards.
• Performs maintenance, repair, and construction activities on rights-of-way infrastructure by utilizing hand tools, power tools, equipment, and construction materials to preserve City assets and ensure safe public use.
• Inspects assigned work areas and identifies maintenance needs, hazards, damaged infrastructure, drainage concerns, or vegetation issues to support timely corrective action and prevent deterioration of public facilities.
• Operates vehicles, trailers, tractors, mowers, utility equipment, power tools, and other assigned equipment in accordance with safety procedures to complete maintenance projects efficiently and safely.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and tools by cleaning, lubricating, inspecting, servicing, and reporting deficiencies to maximize operational readiness and extend equipment life.
• Assists with vegetation management activities, including tree trimming, brush removal, herbicide application, and invasive vegetation control to maintain roadway visibility, drainage function, and pedestrian accessibility.
• Supports drainage maintenance operations by removing debris, excavating material, maintaining ditches and culverts, and restoring drainage pathways to reduce flooding risks and protect public infrastructure.
• Establishes and maintains temporary traffic control measures, including signage, barricades, cones, and warning devices, to protect employees, motorists, and pedestrians during maintenance and construction activities.
• Maintains work records, equipment logs, inspection reports, and related documentation to support operational accountability, regulatory compliance, and asset management efforts.
• Responds to citizen concerns and service requests in a professional manner by providing information, identifying maintenance issues, and coordinating solutions to support high-quality customer service.
• Assists other Public Works divisions and City departments with maintenance projects, special events, operational needs, and City initiatives to support efficient delivery of municipal services.
• Participates in emergency response and disaster recovery operations, including traffic control, debris removal, facility protection, sandbagging, emergency repairs, and other emergency management activities to protect public safety and restore essential services.
• Complies with all City policies, departmental procedures, safety standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations to promote a safe and productive work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Must possess a…