JOB The City of Midland is seeking a dependable and motivated Street Maintenance Worker to help maintain and improve our streets, alleys, and drainage systems. In this role, you’ll perform hands-on tasks such as patching potholes, sealing cracks, cleaning inlets, maintaining flow lines, and installing storm sewer pipes. Your work will make a visible difference in the daily lives of Midland residents.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a team. Experience is not required—we offer on-the-job training to help you succeed.
You’ll work a full-time schedule Monday through Thursday with 10-hour shifts, and occasional overtime may be required. The City offers excellent benefits and opportunities for career growth.
To qualify, you’ll need a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas Class C driver’s license, and a strong work ethic.
If you’re ready to build a better Midland with a crew that takes pride in their work, apply today. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Performs routine maintenance and/or construction on streets, alleys, right of ways, drainage channels, etc.
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Patch streets and alleys with hot mix or cold mix asphalt
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Crack seal
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Clean inlets
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Maintain flow lines in channels
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Pick up litter in basins and channels
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Mow and trim weeds in basins and channels
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Set storm sewer pipe for drainage improvement projects
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Assist in storm water pump maintenance
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Performs daily preventative maintenance of motorized equipment or hand tools.
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Attend safety meetings monthly
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Maintains tools and equipment in good and safe operating condition.
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Keeps jobsite and vehicles/equipment neat and in order.
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Performs any related duties needed to complete projects.
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Performs pre-trip/post-trip vehicle/equipment inspections. Maintains records of work performed such as work schedules, status reports and records of work orders.
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Assists with the proper set up of work zone traffic control.
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Fulfill on-call duties as required and outlined on Transportation’s on-call roster.
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Assists with the maintenance of Transportation’s building and grounds.
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Assists other City divisions and departments as needed.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Minimum Education & Work Experience-
High School Diploma or equivalent
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No experience necessary
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Knowledge - Abilities & Skills-
Knowledge of, experience or training in construction and maintenance of streets and underground drainage systems
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Knowledge of safety practices and hazards standard to work area
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Skill to operate various light equipment and machinery
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Ability to understand and implement verbal and written instructions
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Ability to perform physical labor
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Ability to comprehend written and oral work assignments and perform work as assigned
Licenses & Certifications:
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Valid Class C Texas driver's license
Competencies:
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Adaptability/Flexibility
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Communication
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Customer Service
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Dependability
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Personal Organization
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Productivity
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Teamwork
Monday through Thursday; 10 Hour workday; Overtime may be required as needed.