Street Maintenance Worker 1B

Position Summary Perform routine maintenance, repair and cleaning of the City's street system; operate and perform preventative maintenance on equipment and tools and learn to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.
This is a Training and Certification Program position.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification.
Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements High school diploma or GED.
One year of full-time general construction experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Preferred Knowledge Basic street maintenance, construction and repair techniques including street cleaning and removal of debris Basic methods and techniques of the building and construction trades Flagging procedures and traffic control techniques Principles and procedures of preventive maintenance and repair Methods and techniques of pavement crack sealing Operational characteristics of construction equipment and tools Occupational hazards and standard safety practices Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations Preferred Skills & Abilities Learn to perform complex street construction and repair tasks Learn to work independently in the absence of supervision Install replace, maintain, repair and clean street structures, sidewalks, roadways, curbs and gutters Safely operate vehicles with trailer in tow Operate a variety of light construction equipment and trucks in a safe and effective manner Utilize prescribed radio procedures to communicate with field and base Follow oral and written instructions Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work