Description

The City of Corsicana is seeking a qualified individual to join our Public Works team as a Street Maintenance Light Equipment Operator. This position involves the safe and efficient operation of light equipment such as rollers, water trucks, backhoes, and trucks to support street, alley, drainage maintenance, street cuts, and sign maintenance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to haul supplies, equipment, and materials
• Perform minor repairs and adjustments on equipment
• Stripe streets and install traffic control markings
• Assist with finishing concrete and installing street signs
• Remove trees, brush, and debris from rights-of-way or City property
• Operate street sweeper and loader as needed
• Patch streets as necessary
• Clean culverts, drains, and parkways
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Streets Division Manager

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 2 years experience in construction and equipment operations
• Equivalent combinations of education and municipal work experience may be considered

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of materials, equipment, and best practices for street and drainage maintenance
• Ability to safely operate and maintain light equipment and hand tools
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs, bend, climb, and work in trenches and ditches
• Familiarity with safe work practices and ability to follow protocols
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with city staff, the public, and contractors

The City of Corsicana is committed to a safe and professional workplace. Applicants must:

• Maintain a 100% drug- and alcohol-free workplace
• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment
• Have and maintain a valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License – Class B (CDL)
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality
• Successfully complete a one-year probationary period
• Pass a criminal history check, background investigation, and drug screening