Public Works Technician III-Surface Preservation

Overview

The Public Works Technician II-Surface is responsible for safe and efficient operation of a variety of heavy and highly complex equipment in their effort to meet the yearly goal of pavement repair and maintenance and pothole patching within 5 days' notice.

Responsibilities

• Operates various street construction/maintenance equipment not limited to but including trucks rollers, compactors, street brooms, grad-all, motor grader, planers, reclaimers, asphalt, skid steer, and various other street maintenance equipment in the process of repairing and maintaining streets
• Understands of how to use the equipment to achieve the desired results based off plans and specifications
• Conducts pre-start inspections on all equipment prior to operating and performs minor repairs and/or maintenance as needed to assigned equipment
• Completes daily reports and paperwork as needed
• May be assigned other responsibilities and duties as needed
• Performs labor activities not limited to but including loading and unloading tools and materials, shoveling, sweeping, raking, smoothing and tamping various materials in different stages of construction
• Uses air compressor tools such as jackhammers and compactors
• Sprays oils from distributors and other equipment as needed
• Follows the Traffic control standards as per the Texas MUTCD Work Zone Traffic Control Guide
• Assists in development of traffic control plan for each job including responsible for implementing basic Traffic Control Procedures
• Directs traffic control at jobsite by flagging, cones, barrels and barricades
• Sets up message boards, water barrier, Type I, II, and III Barricade during normal & emergency operations
• Cleans around street maintenance yard: mow grass and use weed eater around obstacles
• Sweeps curb and gutters, remove trash, and dispose of properly
• Operates power equipment and hand tools to complete job tasks
• Maintains safekeeping of materials and supplies in storage area

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time
• Non-rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 5:30pm
• Must be available to work additional hours as needed
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Four (4) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring
• Required within six (6) months of hire
• Certification in confine space
• Certification in Traffic Control & Flagging
• Certification in Trenching and Shoring

Preferred

• Texas Commercial Driver License Class A with air brake endorsement

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes
• Clearing house query: Yes (If candidate has CDL)

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: December 29, 2025

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• City of Corpus Christi

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