EFFECTIVE DATE:                      September 2025 

JOB TITLE:                                Public Works Technician I 

DEPARTMENT:                         Public Works 

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITY: Director of Public Works / Shift Leader / Supervisor 

SCOPE OF SUPERVISION:        N/A 

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:            Non-exempt 

PAY GRADE:                             12

I.              JOB SUMMARY:  Repair and maintain street infrastructure, if assigned to Street Operations, or various signs and street markings, if assigned to Traffic Operations, or Storm Drainage Systems and Infrastructure, if assigned to Parks and Amenities, or City fleet vehicles and other equipment if assigned to Vehicle Maintenance and Shop Maintenance.

III.             ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

A.    Maintenance:

1.     City Park grounds, equipment, buildings, streets, alleys, easements, green belts, storm drains, curbs, monuments, and sidewalks.

2.     Provides manual labor following basic routines directed by an immediate Shift Leader or Supervisor during construction repair or build. 

3.     Set up safety and traffic control devices and systems for repair work.

4.     Clean, service, and maintain assigned tools, machinery, equipment, and if applicable, storage yards.

5.     Provides routine skilled work in the care and culture of plants, trees, grass, Planter, and (Monuments) flower beds. 

6.     General maintenance of City streets, alleys, Storm drainage, Playgrounds, Monuments, City Hall, Civic Center, Fire dorms and Security Gates. 

7.     Provide maintenance and services on all vehicles and equipment and maintenance of City facilities.

8.     Perform related duties as assigned, which may include cross training. 

B.    Equipment: 

1.     Operate several types of equipment including manual and automatic, gas, diesel operated, electrical or pneumatic powered equipment and tools.

C.    Other Job Functions: 

1.     Assist with set up and clean up for various City functions as needed. 

2.     Perform routine carpentry, painting, cementing, asphalting, lawns, planters, and monuments as required. 

3.     Stand by basis; respond to after-hour service calls concerning emergencies and/or weather-related concerns. 

4.     Must be able to lift, push and/or pull 80 pounds safely.

5.     Must be able to judge the ability to use equipment when it exceeds your weight capabilities when lifting, pushing, or pulling. 

6.     Works overtime and holidays as needed. 

7.     Must have reliable transportation. 

8.     Perform other duties as directed. 

IV.            WORKING CONDITIONS AND JOB DEMANDS: Work may involve exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Work environment involves exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.