Job Summary CITY OF KINGMANSTREETS MAINTENANCE & OPERATION SPECIALISTPUBLIC WORKS - STREETS DIVISION
$39,208.00 - $47,028.80/ANNUALLY
$18.85 - $22.61/HOURLY
TYPICAL SCHEDULE - 5 DAYS/WEEK - MONDAY TO SATURDAYAPRIL - SEPTEMBER: 5AM - 1PMOCTOBER - MARCH: 6AM - 2PMPOSITION IS FLSA NON-EXEMPT - SUBJECT TO OVERTIME/CALL-OUT PAYLearn more about our Benefits & Wellness Incentives .
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 6/24/24 5PM
The Streets Maintenance and Operations Specialist and Street Maintenance Worker positions require a CDL A and CDL B, respectively. Candidates that do not currently possess the appropriate level CDL or a CDL, in general, should not be discouraged from applying. The City of Kingman works closely with local partners to offer paid training.
Commercial Truck Driver Training (Paid Training) Our local CDL program consists of four weeks of classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training with an experienced and highly qualified instructor. The cost of training may be covered in full by scholarship through AZ@Work or by the City of Kingman. We will assist you through the process each step of the way and you will get paid a $17.38* hourly wage while you train.
Six Months On-the-Job (Paid Training) Once you graduate from the Driving Academy and with the appropriate class of license and any applicable endorsements, you will begin on-the job paid training during your 6-month introductory period.
*Depending on qualifications, may fill as a Street Maintenance Worker $17.95 - $21.54
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITIONPerforms a variety of skilled tasks in the operation of medium - heavy duty equipment maintaining city streets and right-of- ways, drainage easements or other Public Works maintenance activities as assigned. Performs operations according to required standards; and performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks. Work requires considerable skill in manipulating medium to heavy motor equipment and constant attention to safety of operation in order to prevent accidents. Assignments are outlined in detail by supervisors. Standard procedures are followed and work is inspected periodically for safety and economy in operation.
SUPERVISION RECEIVEDWorks under the supervision of the Street Maintenance Operations Supervisor, Crew leader or designated person.
SUPERVISION EXERCISEDMay provide instructions and advice to other employees on an assignment basis. May supervise temporary employees, community service workers, and DOC Inmate workers as directed, or as assigned by Superintendent. May supervise or lead street department personnel during maintenance activities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications/Special RequirementsEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE- Graduation from high school diploma or GED equivalent;
- Four (4) years experience involving the use of heavy equipment, two (2) of which must have been related to utility or street systems.
- Any combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Valid Arizona Commercial Driver's License Class A or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
- Based on assignment, may be required to participate and obtain NIMS (National Incident Management System) training certifications.
Essential FunctionsEssential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.
- Performs a wide variety of street construction and maintenance procedures through operating one or more of the following pieces of equipment skillfully, safely and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations to: including back-hoes, dump trucks, belly dump trucks, water trucks, asphalt patching trucks, chip sealing machines, milling machines, graders, chip spreaders, loaders, oil boot trucks, street sweepers/brooms, jetter/inductor trucks, street rollers, man-lifts, tampers, plate compactors, snow plows and other related construction and maintenance equipment.
- Operates trucks or equipment of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies. May drive trucks or various other equipment when traveling to and from job sites.
- Operates fork lifts, jackhammers, mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, and other small equipment and power/hand tools to maintain street and utility systems, as needed.
- Installs or assists in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.
- Works as a laborer and works with other personnel in shoveling, raking, patching pot holes, cleaning weeds and general labor work.
- Installs, maintains and removes temporary traffic control devices for related to maintenance activities, special events, and accidents. Controls traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned.
- Assists with clean-up operations at accidents, spills and other emergency situations.
- Assists in signs and markings operations; assists with other divisions and departments in street related activities; provides traffic control assistance and labor to the traffic signal section; assists with Blue Staking; cleans drainage ditches, storm drain pipe and catch basins.
- Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment.
- Assists others in backing their equipment and safe operation during work activities.
- Performs pre and post trip equipment according to CDL requirements.
- Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
- Supervises and leads DOC Inmate Labor as trained and assigned.
- Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.
- Providing customer service, and communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
- Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
- May be required to work early mornings, evenings, nights, holidays or weekends as needed.
- Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures; follows safety policies and practices, works in a safe manner, and reports unsafe activity and conditions.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES- Performs related duties as required.
- Performs special assignments as requested.
- May serve on a variety of employee committees.
MiscellaneousNECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES- Considerable knowledge of medium to heavy-equipment operating principles and traffic laws, ordinances and rules involved in equipment operation.
- Functions, operating methods, and care required of a wide variety of heavy and complex construction equipment used on various jobs such as excavating, working to grade, rolling and related work.
- Street paving processes and street surfacing materials such as asphalt and aggregates.
- City street layouts and right-of-ways.
- Work zone traffic control signing and flagging in accordance with MUTCD standards.
- Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to construction and maintenance operations.
- Working knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in street and utility maintenance work and Blue Stake laws and markings.
- Skill in the operation of various types of medium-heavy trucks and equipment;.
- Reading grade stakes and cutting subgrades for constructions projects.
- Understanding the uses of asphalt and aggregate materials.
- Care and operation of assigned equipment in a safe and effective manner.
- Identifying maintenance needs and mechanical problems and correcting or referring for repair.
- Preparing and maintaining records.
- Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Observe and adhere to proper safety precautions.
- Establish effective, cooperative working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.
- Perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
- Drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.
- Work from construction specifications, details, plans or blueprints.
- Use survey equipment such as transits and laser levels to take precise measurements.
- Ability to calculate elevations, grades, and material quantities.
- Classify soils and perform as a Department of Labor and Industries competent person on excavation sites.
- Maintain production schedules and carry out assigned projects to their completion.
- Meet physical requirements to include performing hard physical work, in adverse weather and environmental conditions.
- Participate in teamwork productively.
- Sit, walk and stand for long periods of time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. See Physical Demands.
COMMITMENT TO SAFETY & WELLNESS
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.
DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.
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2023-2024 Benefit Guide (PDF) Health - Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Telemedicine available through BlueCare Anywhere for general medical and behavioral health.
- Flexible spending (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA).
- Employer contribution to HSA equivalent to 50% of plan-year deductible. This is currently $750 for Single Coverage and $1,500 for Family Coverage.
- Employer-paid group basic life insurance coverage for employee and dependents on medical plan.
- Supplemental group insurance and third-party options available.
- Virgin Pulse, our comprehensive well-being platform designed to push you towardsgood health in mind, body and spirit.
- Participation incentives with up to $300 redeemable annually.
- Work/Life support services through the SupportLincEmployee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Six free counseling visits annually.
Leave - 12 paid holidays , including a floating birthday holiday each year.
- 16-35 paid vacation days per year.
- 6.15 hrs. 1-5 years; 7.69 hrs. 5-10 yrs.; 9.23 hrs. 10-15 yrs.; 10.77 hrs. 15+ yrs.
- Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
- 3.69 sick hrs per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year).
- Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
- Part-time/seasonal employees earn 1 hours of sick time for every 30 hours worked.
Other leave types available, including:
- 10 hours of Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
- Up to 5 days for bereavement.
- Jury Duty.
- Military Training, and more.
Leave donation program.
Financial - Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 annually.
- Shift differential pay (2nd & 3rd shift).
- Bonus Programs.
- Skill-based, Certification & Bilingual Pay.
- Clothing Allowance for Uniformed Personnel.
Recognition & Appreciation - Quarterly Performance Conversations (TrakStar).
- Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) Excellence Awards.
- Safety Awards.
- Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20+ years of service.
- Biannual All-Employee BBQ Lunch.
- Annual Employee Pool Party.
Retirement - City matching to AZ State Retirement System & Long Term Disability (ASRS).
- Additional retirement solutions available through optional third-party on pre-tax basis, including457-deferred compensation and Roth IRA.
Closing Date/Time: 6/24/2024 5:00 PM Arizona
