Drainage Ops & Maint II

About This Position

This position performs highly skilled construction and maintenance work in one or more specialized programs incorporating standard construction and maintenance techniques to produce a finished product to required standards.

• Essential duties and functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
• Qualified to operate a minimum of one specialized type of heavy equipment per the Equipment Training Program.
• Drives trucks and trailer rigs to haul equipment and materials which includes concrete mix truck and tandem dump trucks with trailers.
• Performs and may train others in preventive equipment maintenance minor maintenance and repairs to ensure proper operating conditions prior to leaving for the job site (ex: checks oil water fuel tires hydraulic system etc.). Reports malfunctions and repair requirements to the crew lead or supervisor.
• Skillfully operates and performs maintenance on gas diesel and propane equipment such as pneumatic jack hammer air compressor generator chain saw lawn mower weed eater lawn blower hedge trimmer gasoline tamper walk-behind roller arrow board quickie cut-off saw.
• Performs work in storm water management facilities and on stream bank stabilization and erosion control projects within open waterways and wet environments.
• Performs traffic control at job sites; places and gathers cones warning signs and barricades; flags traffic; sets forms; installs guard rails.
• Proficient in and may train others in building concrete forms pouring and finishing concrete placing hot or cold asphalt mix and other materials required for general maintenance and repairs associated with the Watershed Protection department.
• Performs and may oversee landscape maintenance including trimming trees mowing grass seeding laying sod and erosion control.
• Performs tasks during emergency situations such as floods severe weather and accidents during and after business hours.
• Prepares daily documentation material and equipment requisition forms JHA and other forms as required.
• Participates in on-the-job and skill based training in order to meet team and department goals and objectives.
• Checks jobsite for marked hazards. Utilization of Job Hazard Analysis.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

May occasionally train others.

Must possess required knowledge skills abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge and application of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices I (TMUTCD) provisions as it relates to the job.
• Knowledge and proper use of a surveyors level to maintain elevation grades on project sites.
• Skill in producing finished quality maintenance and repairs with minimum rework.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in assigned tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints.
• Ability to work in storm water management facilities; reconstruction/rehabilitation/maintenance.
• Ability to read write and follow written oral and computerized instructions; log onto a computer; abd complete electronic forms reports and online training.
• Ability to train others in the use of traffic control.

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus two (2) years experience in maintenance and/or construction including 6 months experience in operation of heavy duty equipment.
• One (1) year of additional related experience may substitute for one (1) year of high school up to a maximum of four (4) years.

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL). Specific endorsements may be required to be obtained within 120 days of hire.
• Must maintain a good driving record.

Continuous outdoor activity frequent sitting standing walking squatting bending twisting upper body climbing; exposure to extreme heat cold noise inclement weather electrical hazards mechanical hazards fume/odor hazards toxic waste/material hazards; and occasional kneeling crawling carrying/lifting up to ninety (90) pounds andindoor activity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive experience operating heavy-duty equipment such as excavator rubber tire leader skid loader Gradall brush truck backhoe and/or track loader.
• Experience setting up and/or conducting traffic control.
• Experience with the One Call System and understand its services.
• Experience applying safety procedures while excavating and trenching.
• Experience with erosion control including but not limited to tasks tools and hazards.

HOURS

40 hours per week Monday - Thursday

May require working outside of normal business hours as dictated by business needs. Inaddition work schedule may change to a rotating shift during weather events. Must be agreeable to accepting on-call assignments which might result in a call-back to work.

LOCATION

9200 Sherman Rd. Austin Texas 78742

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
Please learn more about our department and how we serve our community:Austin Watershed Protection.

ESSENTIAL STATUS:
This position has been designated as an Essential Employee the event of a city-designated extraordinary situation or emergency condition essential employees provide services that impact the public health safety utility services and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees as well as ensure the continuity of essential operations.

Essential Employees may be called back in during such events required to modify their schedule assigned to a City-designated work site or retained on-site to assist with operations and recovery.

BENEFITS:

Working with the City of Austin provides a number of benefits such as low-cost medical dental vision paid leave time a retirement plan career development opportunities and more. Please read about the City of Austin Benefits.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires a Texas Commercial Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austins Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE:
Must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver License. Job offer will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test and thereafter comply with the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing rules as outlined by the City of Austin Alcohol and Drug Policy for Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles.

ASSESSMENT:

Candidate selected to interview is subject to pre-employment screening assessment(s) to evaluate skill levels and competencies required for this position.

EDUCATION:

Verification of education will be conducted on the top candidate.

ABOUT YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION (Please read carefully):
When completing the City of Austin Employment Application:

• Include details on the application of prior or current work history with the City of Austin.
• A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the employment application but does not substitute for a complete employment application.
• A detailed and complete employment application will help us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• Your work history must include employer name and address job title supervisors name and phone number the month and year of employment and detailed description of the work you performed. We do not accept See Resume and your application will be considered incomplete.
• Any relevant work history on the resume must be reflected in the employment application in order to be considered.

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• Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.

• Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives.

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave work-life balance programs and extensive benefits.

• Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees Retirement System.

• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.

• Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs on-site fitness centers and mental health support.

• Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

• Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

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EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race creed color national origin sex gender identity age religion veteran status disability or sexual addition the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individuals AIDS AIDS Related Complex or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function please call or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.