Public Works Technician III - Concrete
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Overview

The Public Works Technician III - Concrete is responsible for performing skilled work in carpentry and maintenance of City streets, with curbs & gutters, sidewalks, repair or reset concrete drainage infrastructure, maintenance and repair with bridge guardrail, and crash cushion, operates various street maintenance light equipment in effort to meet the yearly goal of street maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

* Obeying all traffic laws while operating fleet vehicle and equipment and follow all city policies. Perform daily pre/post trip inspections on all types of equipment and vehicles

* Follow the Traffic control standards as per the Texas MUTCD Work Zone Traffic Control Guide. Direct traffic control at jobsite by Flagging, cones, barrel and barricades. Set up message boards, water barrier, Type I, II, III barricade during normal and emergency operations

* Work closely with Street Operations Management, Street Engineers in assisting with survey of selected areas

* Oversees projects and assists with communication between staff, contractors, customers, and other city departments

* Operates various street construction/ maintenance equipment, conduct concrete finishing for curb & gutter, flat work, investigate customer complaints, grade roadside ditches, call for line locations, collect various types of statements and incident reports

* Ability to lead a team if needed

* Keep materials stocked in vehicles, communicate when supply/ material are low

* Ability to work in high traffic areas, confined spaces and/ or elevated conditions. Must be able to evaluate safe work conditions

* Ability to lead Public Works Technician I & Public Works Technician IIs

* Able to communicate with internal and external customers

* Ensure proper communication with the Foreman, Work Coordinator, Planner/ Scheduler, and Assistant Director

* Complete daily reports and work orders; must be legible

* May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

* Non-Exempt - Full-Time

* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

* In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

* High School Diploma / GED

* Four (4) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

* Candidate must register with FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

* Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) -Class A with Air Brake endorsement

* A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required within six (6) months of hire

* Traffic Control & Flagging certification

* Confined Space certification

* Trenching & Shoring certification

Required withing one (1) year of hire

* City Leadership Program

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

* Criminal Background Check: Yes

* Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

* Drug Screening: Yes

* Physical Exam: Yes

* Clearinghouse query: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

* Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.