Street & Stormwater Maintenance Worker I

Street & Stormwater Maintenance Worker I

Salary

$16.13 - $23.20 Hourly

Location

Arkansas City, KS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2022-21-02

Department

Public Services Department

Division

Street & Stormwater Division

Opening Date

03/15/2022

• Description
• Benefits

Description

• If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

GENERAL OVERVIEW OF POSITION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a variety of maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of City streets and stormwater drainage.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general guidance and direction of the Street & Stormwater Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

• Safely operate a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment.
• Safely and effectively operate motor vehicles.
• Insure the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking after each use.
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to the supervisor.
• Inspect and/or repair streets and drainage systems at frequent intervals to insure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly.
• Regulate traffic in hazardous conditions in order to assure safety conditions for personnel and the general public.
• Perform required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, chip and seal activities, main and pipe repair, laying and backfilling.
• Cut, fit, lay, repair and clean street and stormwater drainages.
• Collect solid waste at residences as well as City and public facilities.
• Carry refuse both in containers and bundles.
• Operate truck compactor and cart lift systems.
• Perform other manual labor and maintenance duties as assigned.
• Perform scheduled in-house maintenance, janitorial duties, mowing, etc.
• Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Attendance at training, workshops and seminars.
• Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to obtain skill in operation of all listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments/divisions and the public; understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

COMMITMENT TO MISSION AND ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

It is each employees commitment to uphold these core values while representing the City of Arkansas City in carrying out municipal duties as public servants. These values should form the basis for interactions with the general public, with other agencies and with each other.

Mission

The City of Arkansas City strives to provide a high quality of life for its citizens by furnishing a variety of efficient services in a professional, courteous manner.

Statement of Organizational Values

We value Professional Ethics, which includes:

• Honesty
• Compassion
• Fairness
• Confidentiality
• Reliability
• Stewardship of resources
• Respectfulness
• Non-discriminatory behavior
• Professionalism & personal courtesy

We value Commitment to Citizens through Customer Service, which includes:

• Courteous interaction with the public
• Pride & ownership
• Programs that address citizen needs
• A sense of urgency and responsiveness
• A service-oriented approach to patrons
• Listening as well as hearing

We value Commitment to Excellence, which includes:

• An ability to see the big picture
• A sense of pride
• A commitment to employee knowledge
• Employee professionalism
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Protection of health, safety & public welfare
• A willingness to embrace change
• A commitment to organizational goals
• Clear communication

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Although not required upon placement in the position, the employee must learn to safely and effectively operate various types of equipment including, but not limited to, tractors, skid-steer loader, lawn mowers, weed trimmers, chainsaws, wood chipper and other similar types of tools and equipment.
• High school diploma or acceptable equivalent.
• No previous experience required.

CERTIFICATION(S) AND LICENSE(S)

• Must possess a minimum valid Class C drivers license with a safe driving record as determined by the employer.

PRE- EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Components of the following pre-employment testing may be conducted and must be successfully completed by the employee:

• Criminal history background checks.
• Physical Capacity Profile - Level 4.
• Drug screen.
• Alcohol testing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

The work environment and conditions described here are encountered in performing the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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.

2026 Benefits Package

Please note participation in any of the following benefits is determined by eligibility requirements and election by the eligible employee. Contact the Human Resources Division for details.

BlueCross/Blue Shield of Kansas Health Insurance

Triple Option

(Deductible per group anniversary benefit period)

Option1

$200/$400individual/two-or-more persons

Option2

$500/$1,000individual/two-or-more persons

Option 3

$1,000/$2,000individual/two-or-more persons

Coinsurance(Memberportionformostservices)

20% of allowed amounts after deductible has been met; up to

$1,000/$2,000individual/two-or-more persons maximum

Annual Out-of-Pocket Maximum

(includes deductible/coinsurance)

Copays do not apply to the annual out-of-pocket amount. At the groups anniversary, an employee can upgrade no more than one deductible level within an option per benefit period. An employee can down grade to any deductible level within an option per benefit period.

Option1 $1,200/$2,400individual/two-or-more persons Option 2 $1,500/$3,000 individual/two-or-more persons Option3$2.000/$4,000 individual/two-or-more persons

After the annual out-of-pocket amount has been reached(deductible/coinsurance) eligible benefits will be paid at 100% of the allowed amount

for the remainder of the benefit period.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas Health Insurance Employee Cost

200/400 deductible

500/1000 deductible

1000/2000deductible

Employee Only

56.07

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee Only

41.07

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee Only

26.49

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Child(ren)

112.35

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Child(ren)

82.25

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Child(ren)

53.03

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Spouse

120.41

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Spouse

88.18

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Spouse

56.87

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Family

176.68

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Family

129.37

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Family

83.41

2x/Month

Pre-Tax

Delta Dental of Kansas Dental Insurance

Delta Dental of Kansas Dental Insurance Employee Cost

Benefit% Paid for covered dental procedures (Subject to deductible and coinsurance)

100%Diagnostic&Preventive 80%Basic

50%Major

No orthodontics included in plan.

Employee Only8.752x/Month

Pre-Tax

Employee + Family15.002x/month

Pre-Tax

Deductible

Coverage for diagnostic and preventive services is not subject to deductible. For all other covered benefits the calendar year deductible is $50 x 3

Maximum Contract Benefit Per Person

$1,500 for all covered dental procedures for each eligible person in any calendar year

Employer City of Arkansas City

Address 118 W Central Ave

PO Box 778

Arkansas City, Kansas, 67005

Phone 620-441-4405

Website http://www.arkcity.org