Public Works Technician II-Street Cleaning

Overview

The Public Works Technician II-Street Cleaning position operates and drives sweeper trucks. This position is essential due to the importance of keeping the City's curb and gutters clean and flowing, along with our MS4 discharge permit.

Responsibilities

· Obey all traffic laws while operating fleet vehicles and equipment, including a motorized street sweeper, from one location to another

· A ble to operate on even or uneven terrain such as streets and earthen rights-of-way

· Perform daily pre/post-trip inspections on all types of equipment and vehicles

· Perform with a professional mind set and must be able to lead a team, if needed

· Keep materials stock in vehicles assigned, must communicate when supply/materials are low

· Able to work in high traffic areas and be able to evaluate safe work conditions

· Clean trash and debris to maintain the streets and curb

· Co nduct street sweeping to improve the appearance of roads, provide road safety, reduce flooding associated with clogging of storm water systems to reduce water pollution and enhance water quality

· Proper sweep of streets to decrease wildlife exposure to potentially hazardous materials

· Respond to after-hours and weekend emergencies

· Must work under emergency responses during and or after any city emergency event. Example: Hurricanes, tropical storms, ice storms or any other city emergency

· All employees will work on an On-Call Duty rotation schedule and must be able to work different rotation shifts under emergency responses

· Must be able to communicate with internal or external customers and be professional under any conditions

· E nsure proper communication with the foreman, work coordinator, planner/scheduler, and assistant director

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

· Non-Exempt – Full-Time

• 6:30am to 5:30pm Monday -Thursday/Tuesday-Friday
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

· High School Diploma/GED

· Two (2) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

· 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

Preferred Qualifications

· Class A CDL

· Class B CDL

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. 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.