Public Works Maintenance

Public Works Maintenance

The Public Works Maintenance position performs general manual work in the operation, repair, maintenance and construction of municipal and public works equipment, physical and support systems, and all other public infrastructure, and facilities as assigned. The Public Works Maintenance position will respond to call outs for emergency situations such as storm sewer backups, flooding from rain events, snow removal, etc. The Public Works Maintenance position will assist with completing minor facility maintenance and repair and assist the Water Department with JULIE locates, water distribution repairs, and other tasks as needed.

The position of Public Works Maintenance is under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Public Works. This is a full-time position represented under AFSCME and will work 40 hours per week. This position will include evenings, weekends, holidays and emergency call outs as necessary.

Initial review of applications will be Monday, July 27, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

• Repairs, replaces, and patches concrete, asphalt, and other street surfaces. Repairs culverts, storm sewers, curbs, and other drainage structures.
• Performs landscape maintenance duties such as mowing, trimming, weed whipping, seeding, fertilizing, debris removal, snow shoveling and de-icing, brick and cement work, irrigation installations, and repairs.
• Performs tree planting, pruning, and removal in City parkways. Plants new trees and mulches. Prunes trees to ensure safety of residents while complying with proper arborist instructions for proper tree growth. Removes trees by cutting down in whole or in piece depending on size and location of tree.
• Responds to call outs for scheduled rotations and emergency calls for emergency repairs and weather-related incidents.
• Operates large trucks up to 55,000 gross vehicle weight (GVW) and small trucks for snow plowing/salting, leaf pickup, hauling of materials, etc.
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance of traffic signals. Stripes traffic lanes as needed.
• Performs minor electrical repairs.
• Installs, repairs, and erects streets signs. Digs post holes and sets or pulls posts as needed.
• Interacts with residents and business owners regarding nature of repairs or installations, effects on services, length of repairs, etc. Completes yard repairs as needed.
• Assists the Water Department with tasks such as JULIE locates, water distribution repairs, and other tasks as needed.
• Assists with facilities maintenance, repairs, and renovations such as painting, replacing of light bulbs in lighting fixtures, moving of equipment/furniture, grounds maintenance, etc.
• Maintains a variety of records (paper and computerized) relating to inspections, maintenance activities, water supply, treatment, consumption, etc.

Other

Job Functions:

• Assists in the set-up and clean-up of City events including setting out of trash receptacles, putting out barricades, putting up banners, and breaking down/cleaning up of events, etc.
• Works as flagger for crew working in traffic.
• Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and reports defective or equipment in need of repair.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of principles, practices, terminology, equipment, materials and operating procedures for the maintenance and operation of modern public works facilities.
• Ability to work effectively with supervisors, staff members, elected officials, property owners, residents, contractors, and the general public.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Knowledge of standard safety procedures and precautions and the ability to recognize hazards and report to immediate supervisor.
• Ability and willingness to learn and expand knowledge base and take on new tasks.
• Ability to work independently and handle field assignments with minimal supervision and the ability to work with others in a team…