JOB SUMMARY JOB SUMMARY Serves as Lead for Drainage Maintenance department of the Transportation Division; assists in supervising the activities of subordinate personnel; operates, inspects, and maintains various types of heavy equipment used in the maintenance of drainage, infrastructure; assists with special projects; prepares maintenance documentation in accordance with MS4 requirements; acts on behalf of the Crew Leader as required; and performs other related duties. May be required to work in other departments of the Transportation Division including Streets or Traffic.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKINGESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Serves as Lead in supervising the activities of other equipment operators.
- Performs manual labor for drainage improvement construction projects and drainage maintenance activities.
- Operates various types of heavy equipment including but not limited to backhoes, bulldozers, loaders, blades, gradalls, dump trucks, water trucks, skid loaders, vacuum trucks, hydro-seeder, excavators, and sweepers; conducts daily equipment inspections; performs minor mechanical repairs.
- Assesses and determines types of equipment and/or materials required for maintenance, repair, or construction work.
- Prepares and maintains job tickets and/or other types of routine maintenance documentation.
- Performs inspections of drainage infrastructure, timekeeping, and work order documentation using technology such as desktop computers, tablets and smartphones.
- Installs and maintain erosion control BMPs such as inlet protection, rock berms, silt fence.
- Cuts and grades open channels.
- Maintains underground storm drain system.
- Participates in community outreach and education activities and events.
- Responds to and/or investigate illicit discharge calls such as spills, dumping, and leaks.
- Works in confined space environments.
- Cleans and sweeps City streets and/or Airport roads.
- Trims trees and/or shrubbery.
- Cleans all drainage infrastructure in the right-of-way of debris.
- Provides traffic control for construction activities, emergencies, parades and various types of special events.
- Performs the duties of the Crew Leader in his/her absence as required.
- Provides assistance in coordinating and conducting special projects.
- Participates in cross training with other Transportation Division crews including Streets or Traffic.
- Miscellaneous:
- Provides on-call assistance; responds to emergency situations as required.
- Assist other Transportation Division crews or other City departments as required. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
DECISION MAKING - This position works under general supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One (1) year experience operating heavy equipment or performing street, drainage, or water or wastewater utility work is required.
- A Class A Commercial Driver's License is required within one (1) year of employment.
- Must possess a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC) or Certified Erosion, Sediment and Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI) preferred
CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS CORE COMPETENCIES - Must be able to read/comprehend routine maintenance documentation.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills are required; must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments/personnel and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical requirements include lifting up to 85 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision and hearing constantly; standing, walking, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, balancing, talking and foot controls frequently; sitting, lifting, carrying, fine dexterity, kneeling, twisting and climbing occasionally; crouching, crawling and bending rarely.
Working conditions involve exposure to variable and/or extreme weather conditions, dust, dirt, heavy equipment, vehicle traffic, hot asphalt, hazardous chemicals/materials, and infectious diseases is involved. Utilizes personal protective equipment as required.
Safety Sensitive Position. The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance. 2023 Benefits Guide BENEFITSMedical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- United Healthcare
- Choice Plus PPO Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Wellness Initiatives
- Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
- Dental Plan
Davis Vision Insurance
- Base Vision Plan
- Premium Vision Plan
- Laser Vision Correction discounts
Retirement
- Texas MunicipalRetirement System (TMRS)
- Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Flexible Spending Accounts
- City paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Activity Center Membership
- Direct Deposit
The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services.
Closing Date/Time: 8/30/2024 4:59 PM Central
