Construction and Maintenance Leader; Street Cleaning

Summary

Supervises and assists in the work of a small crew in the construction and maintenance of a wide variety of public works projects or jobs.

• Supervise a small work crew; assist construction and maintenance foreman in planning work to be done; maintain time cards;
• Estimate materials, manpower, and equipment needs for various projects;
• Assist work crews in street maintenance work including sealing cracks, patching holes, repairing paving cuts, and operating salt spreaders during icy weather;
• Maintain equipment, and insure that proper tools are brought to each job;
• Operate trucks, street sweepers, front end loaders, crackseal machines, or distributor; assist in the setting up of traffic control devices or baricades;
• Assist in employee selection, evaluation, and disciplinary activities;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three years of experience in public works construction and maintenance; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Physical exam required

Valid current Commercial Driver's License

Able to obtain Class C Water license and Wastewater II distribution license issued by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within 3 years of hire.

• Methods and techniques of public works construction and maintenance;
• Proper safety practices.

• Supervise others;
• Estimate material, manpower, and equipment needs for various projects;
• Follow oral and written instructions;
• Keep simple records;
• Read and understand maps and blueprints;
• Communicate effectively with others;
• Perform construction and maintenance activities related to public works

• Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds
• Occasionally climb ladders, stairs, and other inclined surfaces
• Frequently walk and stand during the shift.
• Occasionally bend and kneel during the shift.
• Frequently push and pull objects.
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
• Rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
• Reach above, at, or below shoulder height.
• Frequently coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits .

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Do you have three years of experience in public works construction and maintenance?

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Do you have a Valid Current Driver's License?