Street and Bridge Operations Technician II/III - District Maintenance

Minimum Qualifications
This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications:

Street and Bridge Operations Technician II:
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in maintenance or construction, including one (1) year of experience which was in operating heavy-duty equipment or concrete finishing.
• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
Valid Class “A” or “B” Commercial Driver License ( CDL ).

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 or lifting up to a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, and indoor activity.


Street and Bridge Operations Technician III :
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in maintenance or construction, including two (2) years of experience which were in operation of heavy-duty equipment or concrete finishing. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver License ( CDL ).

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 or lifting up to a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, and indoor activity.

Notes to Applicants
About Us:
The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department ( TPW ) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

The Opportunity:
The Street & Bridge Operations Technician will assist with a wide variety street maintenance in the District Maintenance division of Transportation and Public Works. This position will assist with Right of Way ( ROW ) maintenance, cutting grass, picking up debris, sidewalk maintenance, filling potholes, level ups, surface replacements, and evening up sidewalks. This position will also be responding to citizen and customer complaints and request for service. The Street & Bridge Technician will be required to operate light and heavy motorized equipment.

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Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here!

Driving Requirement:

This position requires a Valid Class “A” or “B” Commercial Driver License ( CDL ) 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. Applicants must also comply with Department of Transportation federal regulations and the City of Austin Alcohol and Drug Policy for Commercial Vehicle Drivers, including alcohol and drug testing as required.

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.

Regarding your Application:
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

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.

Education Verification:
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.

Assessment:
This position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:
Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:
Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

PLEASE NOTE : Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation. If the position you are applying for has the ability/opportunity to telework, we offer a hybrid schedule to work in office and remotely.


Office Location Notes:
Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
Pay Range
Tech II: $22.82 - $25.78
Tech III : $24.08 - $27.93

Hours
Friday - Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
*Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.
Job Close Date 04/07/2025 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 6301 Harold Court, Austin TX 78721 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using MAXIMO or a similar Work Order Management System.
• Experience operating the following types of specialized heavy equipment: Loader, Skid Steer, Backhoe, Patch Truck, and/or Steel Wheel Roller.
• Experience on rights of way projects, including road construction and maintenance.
• Experience with traffic control setup.
• Tanker Endorsement.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Street and Bridge Operations Technician II
Street and Bridge Operations Technician III

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodation, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.


Street and Bridge Operations Technician II
Street and Bridge Operations Technician III

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 Street & Bridge Operations Technician II position requires: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in maintenance or construction, including one (1) year of experience which was in operating heavy-duty equipment or concrete finishing. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL). Do you have a Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL) 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

* To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Are you able to 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

* 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 work shift. This position is 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 - (disqualifying)

* Please describe your experience operating one or more of the following types of specialized heavy equipment for at least one year: Loader, Skid Steer, Backhoe, and/or a Patch Truck.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience using Maximo or similar work order tracking system used to manage resources and assets.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience on rights of way projects, including road construction and maintenance.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have a Tanker Endorsement?

• Yes
• No

* All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements?

• 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)


Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

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