Street and Bridge Operations Technician I (TPWD Employees Only)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Minimum of 18 years old. six (6) months experience in maintenance and/or construction and/or concrete work.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Class “C” Driver’s License

Physical Requirements:

• Continuous outdoor activity, frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards, occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying/lifting up to a minimum of 50lbs., client/ customer contact, and indoor activity.

Notes to Applicants

At the Transportation and Public Works Department, our mission is to build and maintain a better community by delivering services to every corner of Austin. We want to set the standard for connecting people with safe and reliable infrastructure.

The Transportation and Public Works Department values accountability, excellence, innovation, integrity, respect, safety, and unity. These values are supported by how we work; exploring ideas, embracing kindness, and encouraging trust.

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Position Description:

This position works in the Transportation and Public Works Department Utilities & Structures Division. This position is assigned to the Concrete Repair and Construction work group and will assist to complete the repairs the City of Austin infrastructure. This position will perform sidewalk, ADA , street, bridge, and right of way maintenance, construction, compliance, and rehabilitation work for a large public works department, incorporating standard maintenance, construction, and repair techniques to produce a finished product that meets required standards and specifications. This position will be required to perform traffic control, ensure vehicle maintenance, and perform all phases of concrete and drainage repairs in the public right of way. This position will be required to support emergency infrastructure operations in support of the City of Austin Mobility Outcome.

The Street & Bridge Technician will be required to operate light and heavy motorized equipment for street and bridge construction and maintenance.


Application Details:

A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected as the top candidate, starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience.


Driving with the City:

Driving is considered an essential function of this position. This position requires a Valid Class “C” Driver’s License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Additional Information:

This position is considered “essential” to maintain critical operations and core services, including public health, safety and utility services, in the event of an emergency. This means employees in this position will be required to report to work even in the event of bad weather, natural disaster, or other unforeseen circumstances that necessitate an emergency closure of City operations.

If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

If the same or an additional vacancy occurs within the Public Works Department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the additional position may be offered to another top candidate from the same candidate pool. This may include filling other vacancies with the same job title in other division/work locations within the City of Austin Public Works Department. Decisions on assigned selection may be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
Pay Range
$21.18 - $23.56 per hour

Hours
Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.
Job Close Date 07/19/2024 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 901 Dalton Lane, Austin, Texas Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience conducting concrete construction and repairs
• Experience conducting bridge and drainage construction and repairs
• Experience conducting repairs in the public right-of-way
• Experience conducting irrigation/plumbing repairs
• High School Diploma or GED , or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Performs preventive equipment maintenance, minor maintenance and repairs to ensure proper operating conditions prior to leaving for the job site (ex: checks oil, water, fuel, tires, hydraulic system, etc.). Reports malfunctions and repair requirements to the crew lead or supervisor. Operates and performs maintenance on gas/diesel/propane equipment (i.e., pneumatic jack hammer, air compressor, generator, chain saw, lawn mower, weed eater, lawn blower, hedge trimmer, gasoline tamper, walk-behind roller, arrow board, quickie cut-off saw). Performs traffic control at job sites; places and gathers cones, warning signs and barricades; flags traffic; sands bridges, sets forms, builds type III barricades & installs guard rails. Seals roadway cracks, pours and finishes concrete, places hot or cold asphalt mix, and other materials required for general road maintenance and repairs. Performs landscape maintenance; including trimming trees, mowing grass, seeding, laying sod and erosion control. Performs assigned tasks during emergency situations such as floods, severe weather, and accidents. Prepares daily documentation and submits electronic timesheets and other forms as required. Participates in on-the-job and skill based training in order to meet team and department goals and objectives. Responds to citizen requests by providing them with contact information to resolve their concerns.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices ( TMUTCD ) provisions, as it relates to the job.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and the ability to demonstrate safety requirements in the performance of assigned tasks to include the safe operation of hand and power tools, light/heavy equipment, and two way radios.
• Skill in producing finished quality maintenance and repairs with minimum rework.
• Ability to develop skills in street, bridge, and concrete maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read, write and follow written, oral and computerized instructions; log onto a computer, complete timesheets and on-line training.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for a Street & Bridge Operations Technician I are: Minimum of 18 years old. six (6) months experience in maintenance and/or construction and/or concrete work. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Are you a current Transportation Public Works Employee?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a Valid Class C Driver License. Do you have a Valid Class C Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Valid Class C Driver License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* The minimum physical demands of this position include Continuous outdoor activity, frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards, occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying/lifting up to a minimum of 50lbs., client/ customer contact, and indoor activity. Are you able to meet these physical demands with our without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

* Describe your experience working with concrete construction. Please include any experience with site survey work, grating, paving, driveway and sidewalk replacement or repairs.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience conducting bridge and drainage construction repairs.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience conducting repairs in the public right-of-way.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience performing minor plumbing and/or irrigation system repairs. Please include the number of years of experience.
(Open Ended Question)
* * The work hours for this position will vary depending on business need, and may require overtime hours extending beyond the end of the regularly scheduled workshift and on weekends. This position is also considered Essential to maintain critical operations and employees in this position will be required to report to work even in the event of bad weather, natural disaster, or other unforeseen circumstances that necessitate an emergency closure of City operations. Are you able to meet these schedule requirements?

• Yes
• No

* How did you hear about this opportunity? Example: Job board (please specify), Career Fair (please specify), 3rd party recruiting firm, etc.
(Open Ended Question)


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