Public Works Technician III - Concrete

Posted 3 days ago | Apply before June 30, 2026

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Corpus Christi | Public Works | Full Time

$  USD

The Public Works Technician III – Concrete is responsible for performing skilled work in carpentry and maintenance of City streets, with curbs & gutters, sidewalks, repair or reset concrete drainage infrastructure, maintenance and repair with bridge guardrail, and crash cushion, operates various street maintenance light equipment in effort to meet the yearly goal of street maintenance and repairs

• Leads crews in placing concrete for foundations, sidewalks, driveways, curbs, and drainage structures
• Ensures forms are precise for placement and stability of placed concrete
• Assists in Smoothing and finishing form surfaces for optimal concrete finish
• Applies various finishing techniques like bull floating, troweling, and brushing to achieve desired concrete texture
• Creates expansion joints and control joints to prevent future cracking
• Installs precast concrete elements like curbs, gutters, and drainage components
• Provides directions for carpenters in forming sidewalks, ramps, and driveways
• Installs prefabricated wooden elements like benches, handrails, and signage
• Creates concrete elements for sidewalks, ramps, and drainage structures, accessibility features like bollards, railings, and tactile indicators
• Operations of saws, drills, sanders, and other power tools commonly used in carpentry
• Uses hammers, chisels, levels, squares, and other hand tools for precise measurements and cutting
• Understands the use of trowels, screeds, floats, and other tools used for finishing and working with concrete
• Leads a team of technicians if needed
• Keeps materials stock in vehicles assignment, must communicate when supply/material is low
• Evaluates safe work conditions and can work in high traffic areas

• Must be available to work additional hours as needed
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well‑being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• High School Diploma/GED
• Four (4) years of experience

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring

• Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) –Class B with Air brake endorsement
• Registration with FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse if candidate has CDL

• Criminal Background Check:
  Yes
• Physical Exam:
  Yes
• FBI Background Check:
  No
• Police Background Check:
  No
• Clearing House Query (CDL):
  Yes

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.