Street Crewman

Performs a variety of duties associated with maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, driveways, sidewalks, drainage ditches and City-owned land and facilities to keep the city clean, organized and a comfortable living space for the community. Assist the Utilities department when needed.

• Duties associated with maintenance repair and construction of streets, driveways, sidewalks, drainage ditches and city-owned land and facilities – patch asphalt. Installation and repair of street signs.
• Clean ditch lines by digging and clear obstructions and debris in drainage ditches.
• Operates construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks, backhoes, and rollers for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, driveways, ditches and rights-of-way.
• Use concrete cutting and breaking equipment; operate jackhammer; pour and finish concrete; construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work.
• Conduct safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, set up traffic safety devices such as cones, signs, and barricades as necessary. Redirect traffic as needed. Wear protective and safety gear as indicated for the work assigned.
• Prepares, gathers and transports tools, materials, supplies and equipment necessary to complete work assignments.
• Cleans and repairs worksite upon completion of construction including laying grass, replanting trees, and repairing damaged surfaces.
• Landscaping (mowing, weed-eating) of right-a-way.
• Assist/Backup Meter Technician when needed – cut-offs and reconnects at water meters – also read meters, sewer backups/water leaks.
• May be actively involved in emergency operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Thorough knowledge of regulations, policies and procedures that apply to street and parks operations.
• Knowledge of office administration practices, procedures and personnel management.
• Formulate, implement, and administer policies and procedures for effective fiscal control.
• Establish and maintain an effective and respectful work relationship with City officials, city staff, vendors and the general public.
• Demonstrate excellent public relations and customer service skills.
• Convey a positive professional image by action, communication and appearance.
• Advanced interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Some analytical ability is required in order to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various administrative problems, and prioritize work.
• Able to perform multiple tasks efficiently and apply knowledge of procedures to fulfill essential
  job duties.
• Make independent judgments that have highly significant impacts on the organization.
  Ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Manage emergency situations and use good judgment in determining proper response.
• Communicate effectively in the English language, present ideas and concepts with clarity, and
  prepare and make effective oral and written presentations.
• Meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks under pressure.
• Proficiently use computers and Microsoft Office.
• Exhibit regular, reliable and punctual attendance which is an essential function of this job.
• Attend City Council and other meetings as directed by the Public Works Director.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Safety standards applicable to maintenance tasks performed in the department.
• Basic knowledge and familiarity in automotive/mechanical repair.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment.
• Identify and dispose of obsolete inventory according to municipal controls for disposal.
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned

• High School diploma/GED…