Street Maintenance Specialist

Position Summary

Perform duties in alignment with City standards and Oregon Department of Transportation requirements to ensure the integrity of the City’s transportation system by maintaining transportation infrastructure in the public right-of-way. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance and repair/replacement of asphalt, gravel and concrete surfaces; fabrication, installation and maintenance of traffic control signs, information signs, and pavement markings; snow removal and ice control on City streets;

street flushing/sweeping and leaf collection. May be assigned the primary responsibility of the Street Sweeper assignment. These tasks are illustrative only and may include other related duties.

Full‑Time 40 hours per week

AFSCME‑represented position

12‑month probationary period

Schedule: Fall/Winter/Spring:
Mon - Fri;
Summer Months:
Four (4), 10hr shifts

Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description.

Repairs and maintains asphalt and concrete streets, sidewalks, and paths. Grades and rocks unimproved streets, alleys, and shoulders.

Fabricates, installs, repairs, and maintains directional, regulatory, warning and guide signs in accordance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Device guidelines.

Installs, repairs and maintains pavement markings.

Installs, repairs, and maintains curb ramps in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations.

Uses heavy and specialized equipment and materials to repair street surfaces, control snow and ice, and perform street sweeping and leaf collection.

Street Sweeper Assignment – The Street Maintenance Specialist assigned to Street Sweeping operates a motorized street sweeper and performs street sweeping and leaf collection on designated City roads and streets. Drives street sweeper on assigned route and maneuvers between and/or around obstacles while maintaining maximum curb contact. Performs pre and post‑trip safety inspections of the vehicle, minor servicing and adjustments as needed.

Operates heavy and specialized equipment related to snow removal and management as assigned during periods of inclement weather. Performs all Street Maintenance Specialist functions as required. Work is often performed in heavy traffic and may include early morning or late evening work hours. The Street Sweeper assignment requires an Oregon Class A commercial driver’s license with tank endorsement and no air brake restrictions at the time of appointment.

Responds to emergency calls, including after‑hours response within required timeframe. Position may involve working overtime and on weekends as needed.

Maintains job‑site safety for co‑workers and the general public. Establishes work zones on active streets using ODOT and OSHA approved traffic control practices. Effectively and safely sets up and removes short‑term traffic control devices.

Performs preventative and corrective maintenance on equipment used in the performance of work activities, cleaning and checking equipment and tools before and after use. Reports defects to lead worker or supervisor.

Identifies transportation system maintenance needs and assists with the planning and scheduling of maintenance and repair activities.

Maintains maintenance records and reports using a computerized maintenance management system. Maintains daily records and reports pertaining to activities performed, and equipment and materials used in compliance with City standards and practices.

Performs as a member of a team, assisting with development of work group goals and objectives, and contributing to the achievement of goals and objectives.

Assists and directs the work of seasonal employees and assists other work groups as needed.

Operates and drives vehicles and/or equipment safely and legally.

Conforms with all safety rules and practices, and performs work in a safe manner.

Acts ethically and honestly; applies ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities and interactions. Builds confidence in the City through own actions.

Complies with all Administrative Policies. Performs work in accordance with Council Policies and Municipal Code sections applicable to the…