Street Operations - Tradesperson, Technician or Senior Technician

Starting Salary Ranges:

Tradesperson

$44,041.00 - $52,423.00

$21.17 - $25.20/Hourly

Technician

$46,243.00 - $55,045.00

$22.23 - $26.46/Hourly

Senior Technician

$50,983.00 - $60,687.00

$24.51 - $29.17/Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY - Tradesperson

The Tradesperson - Street Operations is an entry-level field position within the Street Operations Division, working under the general supervision of the Crew Leader - Street Operations. This position performs semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on City streets and drainage systems.

This is an entry-level field role requiring basic knowledge of street repair methods, tools, and equipment to complete assigned tasks under supervision, with the opportunity to build toward more advanced street operations roles.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Street Maintenance - Perform maintenance and repair work on City concrete and asphalt streets on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Materials Handling - Tamp, pack, shovel, and level concrete, asphalt, and other materials; load and unload materials and equipment.
• Equipment Operation - Operate heavy equipment used in street maintenance activities, including rollers, dump trucks, backhoes, front-end loaders, skid steers, jackhammers, drills, and hand tools.
• Additional Duties - This role may require taking on responsibilities outside of those listed above as operational needs evolve. Duties and priorities may shift at any time with or without notice.

WHAT YOULL BRING

• Street Repair Knowledge - Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in street repair activities.
• Tools and Equipment - Ability to use mechanical and non-mechanical hand tools and other devices used in performing routine asphalt and concrete street repairs.
• Safety - Ability to identify job site hazards and take appropriate preventive action to protect crew members and the public.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL), or ability to obtain within the six (6) month probationary period.
• No prior experience required.

POSITION SUMMARY - Technician

The Technician - Street Operations is a field position within the Street Operations Division, working under the general supervision of the Crew Leader - Street Operations. This position performs skilled tasks requiring the operation of specialized and heavy equipment to complete street and drainage system repairs.

This is a skilled field role, applying working knowledge of heavy equipment operation to determine proper equipment applications for assigned tasks.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Excavation and Demolition - Operate a backhoe to perform street and drainage repairs, including demolition, excavation, and removal.
• Material Placement - Operate a front-end loader to clear and place aggregate and earthen materials.
• Asphalt Equipment Operation - Operate specialized asphalt reclamation and stabilization equipment, including rollers and maintainers.
• Grading and Shaping - Operate a motor excavator (Gradal) to grade and shape slopes, bar ditches, and channels.
• Light Equipment Operation - Operate and maintain light equipment, including pumps, generators, and distributors.
• Equipment Diagnostics - Perform routine diagnostic checks on all equipment in daily operations.
• Additional Duties - This role may require taking on responsibilities outside of those listed above as operational needs evolve. Duties and priorities may shift at any time with or without notice.

WHAT YOULL BRING

• Regulatory Knowledge - Working knowledge of state and local laws regulating the operation, transportation, and staging of heavy equipment.
• Equipment Operation - Ability to perform adjustments routinely required in the typical operation of heavy equipment.
• Safety - Ability to identify job site hazards and take appropriate preventive action to protect crew members and the public.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A Texas Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or ability to obtain within the six (6) month probationary period.
• One (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment in a related field, and completion of vocational or technical training in the operation of heavy equipment.
• Additional training or experience in a related field, preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY - Sr Technician

The Sr Technician - Street Operations is a field position within the Street Operations Division, working under the general direction of the Crew Leader and Manager - Street Operations. This position performs skilled maintenance work on City streets and drainage systems. This is a senior-level field role, applying in-depth knowledge of street repair methods, tools, and equipment to complete assigned tasks, and is capable of overseeing and directing the work of others in the absence of the Crew Leader.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Jobsite Safety - Establish and maintain safe jobsite conditions; ensure all safety requirements and protocols are followed at all times while modeling safety standards for the crew.
• Street Maintenance - Perform maintenance and repair work on City concrete and asphalt streets on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Materials Handling - Tamp, pack, shovel, and level concrete, asphalt, and other materials; load and unload materials and equipment.
• Equipment Operation - Operate heavy equipment used in street maintenance activities, including rollers, dump trucks, backhoes, front-end loaders, skid steers, jackhammers, drills, and hand tools.
• Traffic Control - Implement work zone traffic control procedures in accordance with certification requirements.
• Training and Mentoring - Provide on-the-job training to crew members on the proper use of tools, equipment, inventory, and safety practices; demonstrate mastery of required skills and serve as a technical resource for the crew.
• Afterhours Support: Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to respond to after-hours, weekend, and holiday inspection needs, including emergency situations ensuring a timely response and continuity of service outside normal business hours.
• Additional Duties - This role may require taking on responsibilities outside of those listed above as operational needs evolve. Duties and priorities may shift at any time with or without notice.

WHAT YOULL BRING

• Technical Expertise - In-depth knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in street repair activities.
• Equipment Mastery - Ability to use mechanical and non-mechanical hand tools and other devices used in performing routine asphalt and concrete street repairs.
• Communication- Ability to supervise and direct crew members in the absence of the Crew Leader - Street Operations.
• Learning Agility- Ability to teach and develop less experienced crew members in utility practices, equipment use, and safety; recognized by peers as a technical resource.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED, and must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL), or ability to obtain within the six (6) month probationary period.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in concrete, asphalt, and/or drainage work in water utilities, heavy equipment operations, or facilities.
• Possession of a Work Zone Traffic Control Certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in the field on City streets and roadways, with regular exposure to varying weather conditions. This position requires operating heavy equipment and working as part of a crew, and supervising crew members in the absence of the Crew Leader - Street Operations. This position may require availability outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as part of a rotating on-call schedule to respond to urgent right-of-way and construction-related needs

The physical demands of this position are consistent with very heavy work. The employee must be able to exert more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and more than 20 pounds of force constantly in the course of moving objects, operating equipment, and performing street maintenance tasks.

The employee must be able to move about street work sites and job locations; operate heavy equipment and hand tools, including rollers, dump trucks, backhoes, front-end loaders, skid steers, jackhammers, and drills; and communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and crew members being directed regarding assigned tasks and equipment use.

This position is subject to exposure to extreme heat (temperatures above 100°F for periods exceeding one hour) and extreme cold (temperatures below 32°F for periods exceeding one hour), with consideration for the combined effects of wind and humidity. The employee will regularly encounter elevated noise levels and vibration from equipment operation.

Additional hazards include proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, elevated work areas, and chemicals common to street maintenance operations. These conditions are inherent to the role and represent essential functions of the position. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and provided.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES

The City of Mansfield complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and it is our policy to ensure that no person is discriminated against based on their disability. The City of Mansfield offers equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals and strictly prohibits the discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. The City of Mansfield shall provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are otherwise qualified to perform the essential job duties when doing so does not create an undue hardship for the city.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The City of Mansfield provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The City of Mansfield is mandated by federal law to provide a drug-free working environment for the safety of its employees and the public. All employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer employment drug test and/or physical.