Job Details: Job Location: Public Works - Taylor, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $19.85 - $24.82Hourly, Job Category: Skilled Labor - Trades, BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB: Maintains city’s Streets, Parks and Right of Ways in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.  Duties include: operating construction equipment, heavy machinery and repairing, maintaining facilities and equipment.  Maintenance of streets, Parks, curb & gutter systems, Storm sewer systems and street signage. Must be available to work overtime and be “On Call” as assigned by supervisor.   ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to:              Crew Leaders Directs:                   This is a non-supervisory position Other:                      Has contact with other   departments and has daily contact with the public   ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This is a description of the way this job is currently performed; there is potential for accommodation. Asphalt pavement repair and pavement level-up. Maintenance of curb & gutter systems and storm sewer systems. Maintenance and repair of  city owned signage Maintenance and repair of city park grounds, and right of ways. Keeps shop area clean, equipment, and department vehicles Operates heavy and motorized equipment including backhoe, dump trucks, front-end loader, and other equipment as assigned. Provides quality customer service to city staff, the general public, and all other work contacts. Performs other related duties as may be assigned. Works with Street/ Grounds Maintenance, Water Department and as directed. Qualifications: KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Knowledge of: Street maintenance procedures preferred.   First aid and CPR procedures. Ability to: Operate heavy machinery; Move 50 pounds, occasionally move 100 pounds, Understand written and verbal instruction; Work safely and effectively with others. Read and comprehend operation and safety manuals; signs, maps, office memos, labels, blueprints, etc. Take notes, messages and fill out work orders. Perform calculations for volume, capacity and area. Assess problems and make prompt, reliable repairs and determine safe solutions.   ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: High school graduate, or its equivalent.  One (1) year experience in roadway maintenance-related work preferred. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities   CERTIFICATES/LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid Texas Driver License.   CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Required to work weekends and holidays. Required to be on call for after hour emergencies. Required to work hours other than 8:00 – 5:00. Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for commercial driver and safety sensitive position. Regular and timely attendance is required Innovation     Customer Focus     Integrity     Excellence     Respect