Maintenance Worker I - Streets

CITY OF WEATHERFORD TEXAS
Weatherford, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 14, 2024
  • Salary: $16.11 to $16.92 (DOQ) USD
  • Building Maintenance
  • Job Description

    The City of Weatherford’s Transportation and Public Works Department is looking to hire a Maintenance Worker I to assist the Streets Division. This position will aid in the repair, construction and maintenance of the City's streets and surface drainage system. If you think you’d be a good fit, we would like to hear from you.

    Roles & Responsibilities include:
    • Shoveling asphalt, hot mix or operating various equipment such as a jack hammer.
    • Creating, repairing, painting or installing a variety of street signs and barricades.
    • Direct and control traffic while performing construction duties in high traffic areas.


    Qualifications

    • High School Diploma or GED equivalent. • Two years experience performing maintenance, construction or repair duties on streets and or roadways. • Must have a valid Class A Texas CDL license or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employments.

    Miscellaneous Information

    The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.

    Job Details

    Category Public Works Status Open Salary $16.11 to $16.92 (DOQ) Posted March 18, 2024 11:24 AM Closing Open Until Filled

    Tools

    • Apply Online
    • New Job Notifications
    • Clerical Supplemental Application


    Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Weatherford
    • City of Weatherford

    Weatherford Community

    Weatherford is a historic town that is proud of its tradition and history. We are known for our community and family-oriented way of life, which is why Weatherford is one of the premier places to live and visit in North Texas.

    In making decisions for one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, the City of Weatherford prides itself in working toward a unified effort with citizens to prepare for the future. Weatherford is now a premier place to live in the North Texas area and the community has helped developed a vision to balance our strong history with progressive and economic vitality. That’s why our motto is “Building a Strong Community.”

    Visitors and newcomers to Weatherford will enjoy our many treasures, including a shopping district that is full of antique, boutique and specialty stores, restaurants, and entertainment.  Our old-time Farmers’ Market, Chandor Gardens, First Monday Trades Days, and numerous Victorian-era homes bring visitors to our city to share in our desire to maintain our heritage as we grow toward the future. Weatherford is also becoming a destination place for many visitors because of our large-scale events. Our signature events include Spark in the Park and Holiday in the Park attracting over 30,000 people each year.

    Additionally, Weatherford’s location next to the Interstate 20 corridor has attracted retail and restaurant chains for residents and visitors to enjoy. It is anticipated that Weatherford will be welcoming many more new businesses to the area within the next five years; many of which will be major developments for Parker County’s economic development vitality.

     

    Our Growth & Future Development

    Over the course of four years, the City of Weatherford has seen a population growth of over 8,000 people and we expect to double this growth number. Sitting at a current population count of 38,722, the City’s growth is attributed to our proximity to the Metroplex. The City’s major commercial and industrial employers find Weatherford attractive because we offer convenient access to the region’s major transportation and shipping infrastructure, an advantage few cities within the area can offer.

    They say everything’s bigger in Texas. So, we offer unusually big opportunities for companies looking to relocate or expand. A business location here means access to a booming economy with world-class business climate, infrastructure, logistics, and workforce. There is a sense of history here, and a future that’s unlimited.

     

    Our Mission, Vision & Goals 

    The City works with its citizens to “Build A Strong Community” that others can look to as a pillar of unity and excellence. Through large-scale construction and transportation plans that continue to add to the infrastructure a growing city like Weatherford needs, we’ll provide the public services our community requires to continually cultivate the unique small-town city we call home.

    The City of Weather is and continues to strive to be the most livable and best managed city. We take care of our citizens, continually work to improve our neighborhoods and infrastructures as well as, the facets that make us so unique.

     

    What we offer to our Employees:

    Healthcare coverage – The City offers two plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.

    Retirement System – A 2:1 matching ratio through TMRS.

    Vacation – Employees will accrue 4 weeks of paid time off (Two weeks are automatically credited to the employee’s bank after successful completion of their introductory period, usually 6 months).

    Holidays – Immediately available upon hire, employees will receive  paid holidays off, a service date holiday and a floating holiday.

    Gym reimbursement – up to $40 a month for any gym membership or active lifestyle subscription.

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