Street & Stormwater Maintenance Techician

Arkansas, KS - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 20 - 32

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

If you take pride in skilled maintenance and mechanical work and want to serve your community this role offers both. The Street & Stormwater Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining critical public infrastructure operating and repairing equipment and ensuring roadways and stormwater systems function safely and efficiently. This is a career for an individual who values hard work teamwork and the importance of dependable public service.

At the City of Arkansas City we offer an outstanding benefits package that includes health and dental coverage KPERS retirement benefits paid time off holidays and opportunities for growth and development.

Please see sections of the Street & Stormwater Maintenance Technician job description below:

Fleet Maintenance

Provide preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and filter replacement on gasoline and diesel engines.
Replace bearings seals belts hoses fittings and other mechanical components.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical hydraulic and basic electrical issues in field equipment.
Maintain maintenance logs service records and parts usage documentation.
Identify worn or failing components and recommend repairs or replacements.
Extend the service life of vehicles and equipment through proper repair and maintenance practices

Lead Worker & Crew Coordination

Serve as lead worker on street and stormwater construction and maintenance projects.
Plan assign and coordinate daily work activities for crews under general direction of the supervisor.
Provide on-the-job guidance instruction and technical assistance to Maintenance Worker I and II staff.

Advanced Infrastructure Maintenance

Perform advanced maintenance repair and replacement of streets roadways and stormwater drainage systems.
Inspect streets and drainage systems evaluate conditions and determine appropriate corrective actions.
Perform complex pavement repair pipe replacement ditching grading and chip-and-seal operations.

Advanced Equipment & Vehicle Operation

Operate heavy and specialized construction and maintenance equipment including large trucks and stormwater equipment.
Ensure routine inspection cleaning and preventive maintenance of assigned equipment and tools.
Identify equipment defects and coordinate repairs or maintenance needs with the supervisor.

Safety & Work Zone Leadership

Establish oversee and adjust work zones and traffic control in hazardous or high-traffic environments.
Ensure compliance with safety policies procedures and applicable regulations.

Support Services & General Duties

Assist with related Public Services activities such as solid waste collection facility support or emergency response as assigned.
Maintain records related to maintenance activities materials and equipment use.
Attend required training workshops and safety meetings.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements and Qualifications:To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum two (2) years as a Street & Stormwater Maintenance Worker II or two (2) years of comparable advanced public works or construction experience.
Ability to meet the Physical Capacity Profile Level 4 requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine operation diagnostics and repairs.
Knowledge of drivetrain systems including transmissions clutches differentials and axles.
Experience serving as a lead worker or coordinating work crews.
Experience operating heavy or specialized public works equipment.
Knowledge of traffic control standards and work zone safety practices.

Certifications / Licenses:

Valid drivers license with acceptable driving record.
Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsements.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
Technical & Equipment Expertise

Advanced knowledge of mechanical systems used in vehicles and heavy equipment.
Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing gasoline and diesel-powered equipment.
Working knowledge of hydraulic pneumatic and electromechanical systems.
Advanced knowledge of street and stormwater maintenance methods materials and equipment.
Ability to safely operate heavy and specialized construction and maintenance equipment.

Leadership & Judgement

Ability to lead work crews and coordinate daily activities without direct supervision.
Ability to make sound decisions related to safety workflow and equipment use.

Safety & Compliance

Knowledge of safety regulations traffic control requirements and hazard mitigation practices.
Ability to enforce safe work practices and correct unsafe conditions.

Communication & Reliability

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors coworkers and the public.
Ability to maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.

Must meet Level 4 in Department of Labors Dictionary of Titles Heavy Work exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly. Involves walking sitting standing climbing stooping crawling kneeling and stretching as required.

Must successfully pass a background check drug screen physical exam and essential functions test.

Normal Work Hours: 7am - 3:30p. (30 minute lunch break) Mon.-Fri.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and proof of eligibility must be provided if selected for hire.

The City of Arkansas City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by federal state or local law. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected status and are based on merit qualifications and business necessity.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance in the hiring process should email the Human Resources Division at or call for more information.

DescriptionIf you take pride in skilled maintenance and mechanical work and want to serve your community this role offers both. The Street & Stormwater Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining critical public infrastructure operating and repairing equipment and ensuring roadways and sto...