Public Works Technician II - Surface

Job Description

Overview

The Public Works Technician II - Surface Preservation works independently and part of a team to assist with the repairs and maintenance of public streets, sidewalks, and other infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Follows the Traffic control standards as per the Texas MUTCD Work Zone Traffic Control Guide

• Directs traffic control at jobsite by flagging, cones, barrel and barricades, setup message boards, water barrier, Type I, II, and II Barricade during normal & emergency operations

• Performs labor activities such as but not limited to loading and unloading tools and materials

• Shovels, sweeps, rakes, smoothing, and tamping various materials in different stages of construction

• Sprays oils from distributors and other equipment as needed

• Operates various street construction/ maintenance equipment including but not limited to trucks, rollers, compactors, street brooms, grad-all, motor graders, planers, reclaimers, asphalt, skid steer, and various other street maintenance equipment in the process of repairing and maintaining streets

• Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment such as cleaning, checking fluid levels, greasing unit, doing daily trip inspections, and reporting any defects or repairs as needed

• Ground keeping around street maintenance yard: mow grass and use weed eater around obstacles

• Sweeps curb and gutters, removes trash, and disposes of properly

• Operates power equipment and hand tools to complete job tasks, maintains safekeeping of materials and supplies in storage area

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time

Non - Rotating 40-hour work week-Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED

• Two (2) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• Candidate must register with FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse if candidate has a CDL

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required - Within six (6) months of hire

• Traffic Control and Flagging certification

• Trenching and Shoring certification

• Confined Space certification

Preferred

• Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B with Air brake endorsement

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Clearinghouse query: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: August 21, 2026