Street and Bridge Operations Technician III-South District Maintenance

Job Description:

Street and Bridge Operations Technician III-South District Maintenance

Description

Minimum Qualifications
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 III position work in the District Maintenance Division of TPW’s Street and Bridge Operations and will be assigned to South District. Technician III positions will assist with a wide variety Street Maintenance. These Positions will support a 24/7 operation and will require open availability. These positions will assist with Right of Way ( ROW ) maintenance, cutting grass, picking up debris, sidewalk maintenance filling potholes, level ups, surface replacements, and-ups of sidewalks. This position will also be responding to citizen and customer complaints and request for service. The Street & Bridge Technician III will be required to operate light and heavy motorized equipment for the street, bridge mobility trail system and sidewalk maintenance.

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Driving Requirement:

This position requires a Valid Class “A” 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
$24.08 - $27.93 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 11/15/2024 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 6301 Harold Court Preferred Qualifications

• Experience calculating materials needed for concrete and/or asphalt projects based on known specifications.
• Experience with traffic control setup.
• Experience operating the following types of specialized heavy equipment: Paver, Loader, Skid Steer, Backhoe, and/or a Haul Rig.
• Experience using MAXIMO or a similar Work Order Management System.
• Experience on rights of way projects, including road construction and maintenance.
• Tanker Endorsement

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.

Operates specialized trucks such as the Hot Mix Patch Truck, Bucket Truck, Concrete Mixer, and Volumetric Cement Truck. Operates specialized machinery such as Asphalt Distributor, Asphalt Paver and Screed, Vacuum Street Sweeper, Milling Machine, Chip Spreader, Crack Sealer, Gradall, Maintainer-Motor Grade, and Mini-Excavator. Operates specialized heavy equipment such as Backhoe/Loader, Pneumatic Roller, Steel Wheel Roller, and Skid Loader; as well as other light/heavy equipment engaged in highly complex road reconstruction as assigned by the division. Drives trucks and trailer rigs, requiring a Class A CDL , to haul equipment and materials. (ex: Oil Transport Trailer) Operates and maintains trucks used for general road maintenance and repair work (ex: pick-up trucks, dump trucks, crew cabs, etc.) Performs preventive equipment maintenance and 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). Collects and documents infrastructure repair data using a work order management system. Performs and may oversee 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 to required standards. Performs and may oversee landscape maintenance including trimming trees, mowing grass, seeding, laying sod, and erosion control. Serves as the lead and coordinates the completion and performance of daily crew activities on routine and semi-complex job assignments. May assist in assigning tasks during emergency situations such as floods, severe weather, and accidents. Assists lower level technicians in the performance of tasks as necessary. Trains lower level technicians and other team members in 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.); in sealing roadway cracks, pouring and finishing concrete, placing hot or cold asphalt mix, and other materials required for general road maintenance and repairs; in the preparation of daily documentation and other forms as required; and on-the-job and skill based training in order to meet team and department goals and objectives. Participates in on-the-job and skill-based training in order to meet team and department goals and objectives. Takes the lead in responding to citizen requests, collecting information, and forwarding to appropriate personnel for action.

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 and application of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices ( TMUTCD ) provisions, as it relates to the job.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.
• Knowledge and proper use of a surveyor’s level to maintain elevation grades on project sites.
• Skill in street, bridge, and concrete maintenance and repair.
• Skill in producing finished quality maintenance and repairs with minimum rework.
• Skill in multiple facets of concrete finishing such as broom, exposed, colored, and stamped.
• Ability to take a leadership role in enforcing safety measures (i.e., crew wears proper safety equipment, and uses required safety devices on jobsites including traffic control barricades and signs, trench boxes, and adequate lighting for work at night).
• Ability to read, write, and follow written, oral, and computerized instructions; log onto a computer, complete electronic forms, reports, and online training.
• Ability to train others.
• 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.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in assigned tasks.
• 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 this position require 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. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Safety Program requires that applicants have a current driving record with no more than six (6) Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) points. Please indicate if you have reviewed the City of Austin Driver Safety Program standards (link provided in the "Notes to Applicant" section), and indicate if you meet the requirements of the program, including a current driving record with no more than six (6) Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) points.

• 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 and on weekends. 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 calculating materials needed for Guardrail and/or asphalt project based on known specifications.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience operating one or more of the following types of specialized heavy equipment for at least one year: Paver, Loader, Skid Steer, Backhoe, and/or a Haul Rig.
(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

* 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