Streets Maintenance Technician

Streets Maintenance Technician

Salary

$44,749.66 - $67,124.47 Annually

Location

City of Doral, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

07272026

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

07/27/2026

Closing Date

8/10/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

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General Purpose

The Streets Maintenance Technician is a hands-on, experienced position responsible for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City of Dorals streets, medians, swales, and grounds. This role requires knowledge of and the ability to operate a variety of tools and heavy equipment for landscape and construction projects. The technician works with minimal supervision from the Superintendent of Streets, exercising independent judgment to complete tasks and respond to emergencies as needed, often in challenging or unsafe conditions.

Supervision Received and Exercised

This position is classified as a non-exempt, full-time position with a 40-hour work-week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Perform concrete repairs on sidewalks and city properties to eliminate trip hazards.
• Repair potholes and roads using cold and hot asphalt.
• Conduct routine landscape maintenance on city facilities, roads, medians, and swales.
• Clean drains and other public areas are obstructed by leaves and debris.
• Pressure wash sidewalks, bus shelters, and concrete trash receptacles.
• Perform minor electrical repairs and major/minor irrigation repairs.
• Install, assemble, and remove regulatory and decorative signs.
• Collect and dispose of solid waste, litter, and trash.
• Collect and dispose of dead animals.
• Remove paint/damages from public surfaces such as electrical boxes, signs, and bus shelters.
• Operate a variety of equipment, including heavy machinery, landscape equipment, and both hand and power tools.
• Perform routine maintenance on landscape equipment.
• Work under unsafe conditions and respond to emergencies at any given time.
• Properly use and place traffic control devices like cones and barricades to ensure safety in work areas.
• Direct traffic flows through construction or maintenance zones.
• Plant and remove trees, palms, shrubs, and ground cover.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative in the field.

Additional Duties:

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the maintenance and repairs field.
• Must possess the following certifications OR is required to obtain within one (1) year from hire:
• Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certification AND
• Commercial Driver License (CDL), AND
• Forklift, aerial lift certification, AND
• Heavy equipment operator license.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIRED

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be fluent in the English language. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
• Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to oversee the work of a team engaged in providing specific services, completing specific projects, or assisting other units.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
• Ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Ability to use computer for data entry and word processing.
• Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
• Ability to consistently perform detailed work.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and adjust to last minute programming changes.
• Ability to express oneself clearly, orally and in writing, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with superiors, peers, and outside vendors.
• Ability to make recommendations that impact the budget.
• Knowledge of large-scale warehouse management and maintenance techniques to include computerized stock and inventory.Knowledge of safe, effective and efficient handling and storage of parts, components, and supplies.
• Knowledge of sources, suppliers, and substitutions for specialized materials and the proper sale or disposal of equipment utilized in the warehouse.
• Demonstrate effective decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Must be a non-smoker.
• The minimum requirements may be waived by the City Manager.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to finger, grasp, handle, kneel, lift, pull, push, reach, receive information through oral communication; make rational decisions; express ideas through speaking accurately/loudly/quickly; make repetitive motions with the hands; stand for sustained periods of time; stoop by bending the body downwards; shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level; use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal, determining the accuracy of work, operate heavy equipment, perform inspections; and walk from one work site to another.
• Ability to perceive sound at normal speaking levels; express ideas through speaking accurately/loudly/quickly; use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal or determining the accuracy of work; and walk from one work site to another.
• Ability to hear, make rational decisions and perform activities such as transcribing, viewing a computer terminal and/or extensive reading.
• Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
• Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES

• Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such dirt, noise extremes, hazardous materials, machinery, or bright/dim lights.

City of Doral

Human Resources Department

Summary of Benefits:

In this summary, we are providing general information, which will be helpful to you in evaluating the City of Doral as your premier place to work. If you have questions concerning a specific item or interpretation, please feel free to contact Human Resources at (305) 593-6760.

Employment Benefits for Regular Full-Time Non-Sworn Employees:

Introductory Period

An introductory period for an employee is twelve (12) months for entrance, rehire, and promotional appointments. In the event the employee accepts a promotional opportunity position within the City before an initial introductory period is satisfactorily completed, the initial introductory period starts over at the time the employee begins working in the new position.

The introductory period is considered a continuation of the employment selection process. It provides the City an opportunity to observe and evaluate the capacity of the employee, which includes the employees ability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of his or her job; and to observe and evaluate the employees work habits and conduct, including attendance and the employees relationship with coworkers and superiors.

During the introductory period, the new employee and the supervisor shall evaluate employment suitability in terms of skill, knowledge, performance, and compatibility. During this period, the employee shall be given the support and resources needed to learn and demonstrate the duties and competencies required in the new position.

Absences During Introductory Period:

Any cumulative absences during the introductory period in excess of ten (10) workdays will automatically extend the introductory period by the number of days absent regardless of whether the absence was with or without pay.

Holidays

The City of Doral observes 12 paid holidays per year.

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King's Birthday
• Presidents Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Columbus Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Day

In addition, employees received two (2) personal days and (1) Birthday. The personal days must be used before the end of the fiscal year and the birthday must be taken within six (6) months of the birthday.

Accruals (Vacation & Sick Time)

The City of Doral has separate sick and vacation leave for non-sworn employees which is accrued on a monthly basis.

Vacation is accrued on a monthly basis depending on the years of service:

Years of Service Monthly Accruals Yearly Accrual

0-4 years 06.66 hours per month 80 hours per year

5-9 years 10.00 hours per month 120 hours per year

10-20 years 13.33 hours per month 160 hours per year

More than 20 years 16.66 hours per month 200 hours per year

Employees may use vacation time as it is accrued.

Sick leave is earned at the rate of 8.0 hours per month for a forty (40) hour work-week. Employees may accumulate a sick time maximum 1,040 hours if on a forty (40) hour work-week.

Sick Leave Payment Program

Employees may sell back to the City up to a maximum of 32 hours of sick leave per year provided that the employee maintains a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave in his or her leave balance. This election is made annually at the beginning of each fiscal year by the employee and is irrevocable. An employee who elects to be paid for accrued vacation leave will be paid at his or her current rate of pay on the date of the payout, less applicable taxes and authorized deductions.

Annual Leave Sell Back

Employees may elect payment of accrued, unused annual leave in lieu of time off. This election is made annually in the beginning of each fiscal year and is irrevocable. An employee who elects to be paid for accrued vacation leave will be paid at his or her current rate of pay on the date of the payout, less applicable taxes and authorized deductions.

Health Care Benefits

All Healthcare benefits for all employees are effective on the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment. The City offers HMO, POS, and High Deductible Health plans. The High Deductible Health plan comes with a Health Savings Account (HSA).

Dental Plan

The City of Doral offers a PPO dental insurance plan.

Vision Care

The City of Doral offers voluntary vision care benefits.

Life, Short-term and Long-term Disability

The City of Doral will cover your life insurance at the rate of two (2) times the employees annual salary up to a maximum of $300,000.00. In addition, the City offers both short-term and long-term disability plans which act as income protection plans.

Retirement Benefits

Employees participate in the Citys 401a retirement plan administered through Mission Square. The plan requires employees to contribute a mandatory six percent (6%) of their base pay while the City contributes twelve percent (12%) of the employees base pay.

457 Supplemental Plan

The City of Doral has a voluntary deferred compensation pension program available through Mission Square where the employee can make contributions to their retirement. The City does not make any contributions to this plan.

Education/Tuition Reimbursement

The City offers the Educational Reimbursement Program (ERP) established to provide educational assistance to full-time employees participating in training or educational programs designed to strengthen their abilities, which in turn directly benefit the City. The City will pay the State tuition rate to its members based on the letter grade obtained for each class. Employee must be a full-time employee for 6 months in order to be eligible for this benefit.

Bereavement Leave

Upon approval of the Department Head, a full?time employee may, upon request, be granted up to three (3) working days of leave with pay in the unfortunate event of a death in his or her immediate family, or up to five (5) working days of leave with pay to attend the funeral or memorial services of an immediate family member outside the State of Florida. The employees immediate family shall be defined as the employees spouse, father, mother, step-parents, natural, step and adopted children, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, grandparents, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, grandparents-in-law, registered domestic partner, and child of a registered domestic partner.

The bereavement leave must be taken consecutively, and the employee must attend the funeral of the deceased family member to be eligible for bereavement leave. If an employee needs time in excess of that provided in this policy, he or she may request accrued vacation time, sick time, or PTO with the approval of their department head. The City reserves the right to request all pertinent information including deceased relatives name, relationship of the employee to the deceased, the name and address of the funeral home, and the date of the funeral. Documentation such as a death certificate, or other documentation on the deceased may be required for approval of the leave.

Voting Leave

Employees are encouraged to exercise their right to vote outside of their scheduled working hours. As such, all full-time employees as defined herein may be granted up to one hour of leave during polling hours in order to vote in federal, state or local elections, both primary and general elections. This time off shall be granted if it does not increase staffing cost or decrease departmental efficiency.

Employees must request time off for voting in writing or via e-mail at least five (5) business days in advance to the Department Head or designee. The request for leave must clearly state that the employee needs leave in order to vote.

THE CITY OF DORAL DOES NOT OFFER A RELOCATION PACKAGE

THE CITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO AMEND, MODIFY OR TERMINATE (IN WHOLEOR IN PART) ANY OF ITS BENEFITS PROGRAMS AT ANY TIME.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Doral is an equal opportunity employer.

Smoke Free/Drug Free Workplace

The City of Doral maintains a smoke free and drug free workplace.

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Do you possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess at least three (3) years of experience in the field of maintenance and repairs?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess all of the below listed certifications? (The certifications listed are required for this position. Candidates who do not currently possess the required certifications will still be considered; however, all required certifications must be obtained within one (1) year of the date of hire). • Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certification AND • Commercial Driver License (CDL), AND • Forklift, aerial lift certification, AND • Heavy equipment operator license.

• Yes
• No

04

Are you computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you fluent in the English language?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

07

I certify that I have read the job announcement in its entirety, and have attached my resume to my application.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Doral

Address 8401 NW 53 Terrace

Doral, Florida, 33166

Phone 305-593-6725

305-593-6760

Website http://www.cityofdoral.com