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Essential Job Functions
Responsible for maintenance of City streets and right-of-ways in a safe and efficient manner while performing duties ranging from laboring activities requiring extended physical exertion to semi-skilled and skilled tasks requiring manipulative skills.
Operates and maintains a variety of heavy equipment, hand and power tools including but not limited to dump truck, sweepers, paint striper, snow plow, salt brine facility, water truck, crane truck, aerial bucket truck, road grader, rollers, pick-up truck, backhoe, loader, excavator, dozer, paver, crack sealer, tack tank distributor, concrete saw, power cutoff saw, jack hammer, torque wrench, compactor, gas powered water pump, air compressor, flusher, welder, cutting torch, hand torch and field instruments such as transit and laser levels. Duties vary in frequency depending upon the season, maintenance program, climatic conditions and City or customer needs.
Performs street and parking lot repairs including shoveling, raking and compacting an asphalt concrete pavement mix; preparation of utility cuts and potholes for placement of asphalt; and application of temporary cold mix patches, skin patches and other asphalt surface repairs.
Performs curb, gutter and sidewalk repairs including concrete demolition, restoration and reconstruction.
Controls snow and ice by plowing, sanding and applying liquid or solid deicer materials.
Installs and replaces street signs. Paints crosswalks, curbs and traffic flow indicators.
Performs vegetation control.
Performs excellent internal and external customer service. Interacts effectively with the public to answer questions, provide assistance and direction. Works closely and collaboratively with contractors and engineers on street improvement projects.
Performs regularly scheduled maintenance tasks as assigned.
Controls traffic around work sites including flagging and assembly and set up of traffic control devices such as barricades, cones and flag stands.
Repairs stormwater and sewer manholes including removal and replacement of lids and rings. Installs catch basins and associated piping.
Monitors and maintains an organized, clean and safe work environment. Performs general clean up tasks throughout shift.
Adheres to established safety procedures and utilizes safety equipment as required.
Ensures compliance with instructions, policies, specifications, procedures and legal requirements.
Documents, and maintains complete and concise records of, maintenance and repairs.
Serves on rotating standby or “on-call” duty 24-hours per day for seven days per week.
Assists with training of other less experienced employees, as assigned.
Performs other duties as needed or directed.
Qualification Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.
Two years of full-time equivalent experience performing street maintenance techniques including operating and using related equipment and materials.
Current WA CDL Class A Driver License (tanker endorsement/air brake restriction removed).
Must obtain a Washington State Flagging Card and First Aid/CPR Certification within six months of hire and maintain throughout employment.
Washington State Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) and International Municipal Sign Association (IMSA) Sign and Pavement Marking Level I Certifications desired.
Washington State Public Pesticide Applicator License desired.
How to Apply
Please go to www.wenatcheewa.gov and click on ‘Job Opportunities’ to view the full Job Description and download application materials. The following constitutes a complete application package:
1. Letter of Interest/Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Application for Employment
4. Supplemental Application
Complete application packages may be emailed, faxed (509-888-3636), or mailed to: City of Wenatchee Human Resources Department, PO Box 519 Wenatchee, WA 98801-0519.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
