STREETS MAINTENANCE WORKER

City of Sierra Vista, AZ -
Sierra Vista, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
$35,755.20 - $52,083.20 a year
12 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Sierra Vista's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy. All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

Definition & Essential Functions

The anticipated work schedule for this position is:

Monday thru Friday 5:30am to 2:00pm on an 8hr workday OR Monday thru Thursday 5:30am to 4:00 pm on an 10hr workday. plus special event on holidays and every now and then nighttime work or special events when needed.

Under general supervision, performs routine street maintenance work. FLSA status: Non-Exempt.

Essential functions included in the job description may include tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Tasks

Performs a wide variety of tasks that support street maintenance programs, including routine street repairs, patching pot holes, placing skin patches over sunken areas, filling cracks in the pavement surface, and applying surface treatments; repair concrete curbs and sidewalks by removing and replacing them; sweep streets using a mechanical street sweeper; control weeds by mowing or using herbicides to control growth along rights-of-way, drainage areas, and on airport grounds; paints and re-stripes lanes and dividing lines on city streets.

Performs routine graffiti abatement that includes painting, sandblasting, pressure washing, and using caustic agents. Equipment used in the abatement process will include a portable air compressor, spray guns, paint mixers, PPE (personal protective equipment), etc. Interacts with the public including gaining authorization from property owners to abate graffiti.

Provides and installs safety barricades and traffic controlling devices around construction areas and special events; installs, replaces, and maintains City owned traffic signage; makes new signs as needed; assists with inventory inspection process associated with streets, sidewalks, drainages, rights-of-way and traffic signs; evaluates conditions of concrete curb and street pavement; operates loaders, backhoes, asphalt "boot" truck, striping equipment, dump trucks, and asphalt rollers; repairs and replaces traffic control devices. Assists with maintaining traffic signals, streetlights, and parking lot lights. Assists with installing traffic counters and participating in Public Works Outreach Programs that educate the public on street maintenance and traffic control programs. Work with Arizona Department of Corrections inmates. Other duties as assigned. This position is subject to standby and emergency call outs.

Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics

Knowledge of:
Job tasks expected to be performed, including the standards of workmanship required in assigned work field.
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on cleaning solvents and chemicals.
Occupational hazards and appropriate safety practices to apply and enforce.
General construction methods and practices, including equipment use and maintenance associated with asphalt pavements and concrete.
The general principles, practices, methods, and materials used in public works street maintenance and repair work.

Skill in:
Operating vehicles, mechanical equipment, and heavy equipment including loaders, dump trucks, "boot" trucks, and backhoes.
Following and carrying out oral and written instructions.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
Operating and maintaining assigned power tools and equipment.
Working outdoors in all weather conditions while performing vigorous physical activities.
Reading maps and blue prints.

Able to:
Lift heavy objects up to 100 pounds and perform strenuous work

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED.

One (1) year experience in maintenance work Preferred.

One (1) year experience in asphalt pavement or concrete construction Preferred.

A valid Arizona Driver's License is required.

Must obtain an Arizona commercial driver's license, Class "A" with tanker endorsement within six (6) months of hire.

Herbicide certification, B3 - Right of Way Weeds, must be obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Aquatics and Industrial Institutional certification license must be obtained within two years of hire.

A five (5) year driving history record is required.

Must be able to pass an Arizona Department of Corrections background check.

Additional Information:
The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetic information. The City of Sierra Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all employment activities.

The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodation during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human Resources Department.

The City of Sierra Vista offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

Medical Insurance City pays 100% of the health plan premium for employees.

Dental Insurance City pays 100% of the dental plan premium for employees.

Short-Term Disability City pays 100% of the short-term disability plan premium for employees.

Life Insurance City provides $50,000 in term life insurance with up to $250,000 in additional insurance available for purchase by the employee.

Other Benefits City offers vision insurance, AFLAC, Legal Shield, education assistance, and health club membership discount.

Retirement City of Sierra Vista participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS); a defined benefit plan. Mandatory employee contribution rate is currently 12.41%.

Police and Fire personnel participate in the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS). Mandatory employee contribution rate range is currently 7.65% - 11.65% depending on eligible tier with PSPRS.

All employees are eligible to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation plan.

Vacation Employees earn twelve vacation days per year, available for use after six months, with increases to accrual rates in five-year service increments.

Additional Time Off/Sick Leave Employees earn twelve paid sick days per year for use after one month.

Holidays Employees are provided twelve paid holidays per year.

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