Construction And Maintenance Leader (Paved Streets)

Summary

Supervises and assists in the work of a small crew in the construction and maintenance of a wide variety of public works projects or jobs.

Essential Functions

• Supervise a small work crew; assist construction and maintenance foreman in planning work to be done; maintain time cards;

• Estimate materials, manpower, and equipment needs for various projects;

• Assist work crews in street maintenance work including sealing cracks, patching holes, repairing paving cuts, and operating salt spreaders during icy weather;

• Maintain equipment, and insure that proper tools are brought to each job;

• Operate trucks, street sweepers, front end loaders, crackseal machines, or distributor; assist in the setting up of traffic control devices or baricades;

• Assist in employee selection, evaluation, and disciplinary activities;

• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three years of experience in public works construction and maintenance; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Physical exam required

Valid current Commercial Driver's License

Pipeline Maintenance- Able to obtain Class C Water license and Wastewater II distribution license issued by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within 3 years of hire.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Methods and techniques of public works construction and maintenance;

• Proper safety practices.

Ability to:

• Supervise others;

• Estimate material, manpower, and equipment needs for various projects;

• Follow oral and written instructions;

• Keep simple records;

• Read and understand maps and blueprints;

• Communicate effectively with others;

• Perform construction and maintenance activities related to public works

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds

• Occasionally climb ladders, stairs, and other inclined surfaces

• Frequently walk and stand during the shift.

• Occasionally bend and kneel during the shift.

• Frequently push and pull objects.

• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.

• Rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.

• Reach above, at, or below shoulder height.

• Frequently coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.