Construction Maintenance Worker I/II

JOB Construction Maintenance Worker I:$24.1197 - $29.3173 per hourConstruction Maintenance Worker II: $27.2892 - $33.1698 per hour The City of Poway is searching for a skilled Construction Maintenance Worker I/II in our Streets Division. This position will be active in the maintenance and repair of 165 miles of City of Poway roads and rights-of-way, which includes sign testing and replacement, tree and shrubbery trimming, curbs, gutters, sidewalk repair and replacement, and weed/litter abatement along the roadside. Apply to join a team of highly talented and qualified people who strive to provide optimum services to the Poway community!Performs a variety of work in the construction, modification, maintenance, and repair of City infrastructure, including streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, roadway base and sub-base, guard rails, asphalt pavement, crack seal application, concrete repair, traffic and street sign installation, repair, and reflectivity, pavement markings, and/or stormwater and drainage systems and facilities; uses and operates a variety of manual and power tools and light to heavy power driven equipment. Receives direct or general supervision from the Construction Maintenance Supervisor or assigned supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Performs construction, maintenance, and repair activities of City streets and roadways to ensure safe and efficient access for the public, including alleys, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, roadway base and sub-base, guard rails, asphalt pavement, crack seal application, concrete repair, traffic and street sign installation, repair, and reflectivity, and pavement markings.Provides installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs, including making signs, and installing sign posts and signs in accordance with Federal, State, and City codes.Participates in the asphalt program, including demolition and preparation of areas to be resurfaced; applying, raking, compacting, and paving appropriate materials to the surface, and cleaning up area.Participates in the crack seal program, including cleaning and preparing surfaces with the appropriate equipment and applying crack sealing material and applicable chemicals to the surface.Participates in the concrete program, including attending to trip hazards, demolishing and removing concrete, and forming, pouring, and finishing sidewalks, handicapped ramps, curbs, and gutters.Participates in the sign retro-reflectivity program, including updating all City traffic signs in compliance with the Federal Highway Administration’s Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.Inspects City premises for graffiti vandalism, uses appropriate chemicals and high-pressure equipment to remove graffiti.Performs tree trimming and removal services, including pruning branches, grinding tree stumps to ground level, and removing trees safely and efficiently.Performs legend painting and striping of City streets and parking lots using appropriate materials.Participates in the City-wide inspection program, including inspecting assigned City infrastructure for safety issues, structural integrity, and possible future work projects and programs, and appropriately marking areas that need to be repaired.Operates and maintains specialized vehicles and a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of construction systems and facilities.Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed.Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.Maintains public facilities, shop and garage areas, storage sites, and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work sites and special events to ensure safe conditions for the general public and City workers.Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.Maintains attendance and punctuality that is observant of scheduled hours on a regular basis.Responds to after-hours emergencies.Performs related duties as assigned. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION A completed NeoGov application, including supplemental questions, must be submitted through NeoGov for consideration by the application deadline. Application materials will not be accepted separate from NeoGov or after the deadline.A FULLY COMPLETED APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND PART OF THE REVIEW AND QUALIFYING PROCESS. QUESTIONS MUST BE ANSWERED COMPLETELY.Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of relevant training, education and experience as presented in the application and supplemental questions. The process may include interviews and/or performance tests. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list established, which will be in effect for a period of up to six months. A background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting and a verification of a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles may be required. All appointments are also subject to the successful completion of a pre-placement physical examination that includes a drug screening. Applicants will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. The City of Poway participates in E-Verify. All employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath to the United States and the State of California Constitution at time of hire.