NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Public Works Street Maintenance - Crew Leader
Johnston, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$34.58/hr - $39.68/hr
2+ years expThe City of Johnston is committed to providing essential public services and is seeking a Crew Leader for their Street Maintenance team. This role involves leading a crew in the maintenance and repair of streets and public property, as well as operating heavy equipment and performing various public works tasks.
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Responsibilities
Performs any combination of laboring, equipment operation, semi-skilled building and mechanical trades assignments involving the maintenance and repair of streets, premises and property of municipality and the provision of scheduled and emergency services within the Public Works Department while leading a crew of 8-12 staff members
Serves as a working supervisor/crew leader of the streets maintenance staff in completing daily work assignments and working with management on a regular basis to discuss operations
Documents staff progression while offering leadership and organizational support
Builds and sets forms for the pouring and finish of concrete for curbs, gutters and sidewalks, footings, catch basins, manholes, storm sewers; mixes, pours and spreads concrete, asphalt, gravel and other materials using hand and power tools
Spreads and levels earth, sand and gravel using public works vehicles, hand and power tools; lifts, carries and holds materials, cleans tools, equipment, materials and work areas
Cleans and repairs catch basins, manholes, culverts and storm drains using public works equipment, hand and power tools
Operates, services and maintains motor grader, end loader, backhoe, tractors, mowers, street sweeper and related public works equipment; assists Maintenance Mechanic in the repair and maintenance of public works and other municipal vehicles and related equipment; checks gas, oil and fluids; washes vehicles
Trims and removes trees and brush using chainsaw and chipper; rakes leaves and removes fallen branches and other objects which are hazardous to public safety
Removes snow and salts/brines streets using graders, dump trucks, end loaders, snow blowers and related equipment
Drives trucks equipped with dump body, tanks and peripheral equipment to transport loose materials such as sand, gravel, crushed rocks and related materials to job site; loads truck by hand or by operating mechanical loader
Erects barricades, fences and rails to protect the public from hazardous conditions
Attends various conferences on public works related topics in state and out of state
Assists other departments as needed
Assists in flood control and related emergency situations; assists in spring cleanup tasks by removal and dispersal of unwanted household items
Performs related work and other duties as required
Regular work attendance required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Any combination of general construction, repair, maintenance, equipment operation experience of at least two years in a road construction or public works setting
Possession of a valid class A Iowa CDL with air brake and tank endorsements, or has the ability to obtain each within 6 months
Knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools used in various public works maintenance and construction functions
Knowledge of the operating characteristics of heavy and specialized equipment
Ability to perform a variety of laboring and semi-skilled tasks in the operation, maintenance and repair of various types of public works equipment and building structures and premises
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to understand potential hazards and learn safety precautions
Benefits
The City offers two medical plan options for employees to choose from:
Option 1: Traditional Wellmark PPO Plan
Option 2: High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
Delta Dental of Iowa PPO - Checkups Plus
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability - Including Tax Choice
Life and AD&D Insurance
IPERS/457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Voluntary coverage - Delta Vision EyeMed
Employer paid through Employee & Family Resources Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary coverage
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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