Public Works Maintenance Worker - Streets Job Johnston area,Iowa USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Position: Public Works Maintenance Worker I - Streets
Salary : $58,032.00 - $68,744.00 Annually
Location : Johnston, IA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: _STREETS
Department: Public Works
Division: Roads, Bridges, Sidewalks
Opening Date: 03/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Performs any combination of laboring, equipment operation, semi-skilled building and mechanical trades assignments involving the maintenance and repair of streets, premises and property of municipality and the provision of scheduled and emergency services within the Public Works Department.

The following duties are normal for this position but dependent upon the level of skill, ability, and experience of the individual. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Builds and sets forms for the pouring and finish of concrete for curbs, gutters and sidewalks, footings, catch basins, manholes, storm sewers; mixes, pours and spreads concrete, asphalt, gravel and other materials using hand and power tools.

Spreads and levels earth, sand and gravel using public works vehicles, hand and power tools; lifts, carries and holds materials, cleans tools, equipment, materials and work areas.
Cleans and repairs catch basins, manholes, culverts and storm drains using public works equipment, hand and power tools.
Operates, services and maintains motor grader, endloader, backhoe, tractors, street sweeper and related public works equipment; assists Maintenance Mechanic in the repair and maintenance of public works and other municipal vehicles and related equipment; checks gas, oil and fluids; washes vehicles.
Trims and removes trees and brush using chainsaw and chipper; rakes leaves and removes fallen branches and other objects which are hazardous to public safety.
Removes snow from streets, sidewalks and city facilities using graders, dump truck, endloader, snow blower and related equipment. Mixes and applies anti-icing materials.
Drives trucks equipped with dump body, tanks and peripheral equipment to transport loose materials such as sand, gravel, crushed rocks and related materials to job site; loads truck by hand or by operating mechanical loader.
Erects barricades, fences and rails to protect the public from hazardous conditions.
Levels and finishes gravel roads using a motor grader; maintains shoulders by proper leveling, filling and blading.
Installs and maintains traffic signs and markers; maintains sign inventory; installs and repairs traffic lights; hangs signs and decorations on municipal facilities and premises using hand and power tools; assists in flood control and related emergency situations; assists in spring cleanup tasks.
Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the materials, equipment and tools used in road/street maintenance and various public works maintenance and construction functions
Knowledge of the operating characteristics of heavy and specialized equipment
Ability to perform a variety of laboring and semi-skilled tasks in the operation, maintenance and repair of streets/roadways, various types of public works equipment and building structures and premises
Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions
Ability to perform mechanical work
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks
Ability to adhere to safety guidelines and protocols to minimize risk and ensure safe working environment

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Graduation from High School or GED equivalent; and
Two (2) years in a road construction or public works setting
Any combination of general construction, repair, maintenance, equipment operation experience

REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a valid Iowa Class A CDL with air brake option or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire date
Candidates for position in this class must pass a pre-employment background check, physical examination and drug screen

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively;
Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without…