JOB SUMMARY JOB SUMMARY Operates various types of heavy equipment used in the Transportation Division for the operation, maintenance, and construction of streets, drainage, and traffic infrastructure performs milling and paving of streets and roadways; repairs damaged sidewalks and curbs; patches potholes; and performs other related duties.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Operates various types of heavy equipment including but not limited to dump trucks, water trucks, loaders, rollers, lay down machines, power brooms, milling machines, and street sweepers; utilizes jack hammers, chain saws, chippers, bucket trucks, and other power tools.
- Performs manual labor for street, drainage, and traffic maintenance, operation, and construction.
- Prepares streets and roadways for paving; hauls, processes, and compacts road materials.
- Performs milling and paving of streets.
- Repairs damaged sidewalks and curbs; patches pot holes in roadways.
- Cleans and sweeps City streets and/or Airport roads.
- Trims trees and/or shrubbery obstructing.
- Cleans all infrastructure in the right-of-way of debris.
- Installs and repairs street signs, traffic signs, and/or other types of signs for City departments.
- Utilizes computerized sign machine, silkscreen, pressure sensitive sheeting, and heat activated sheeting to construct street signs.
- Installs various types of pavement markings in streets, cross walks, turn lanes, parking zones, fire lanes, and handicap parking areas.
- Participates in installing traffic lights, temporary stops for intersections, and school zone lights.
- Provides traffic control for construction activities, emergencies, parades and various types of special events.
- Assists in the installation and maintenance of traffic signs, street striping, tower lights, and windsocks at the City's Airport
- Cuts and shapes up ditches.
- Miscellaneous:
- Assists with surveying work.
- Provides on-call assistance; responds to emergency situations as required.
- Assist other City departments as required. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
DECISION MAKING - This position works under general supervision.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One (1) year experience operating heavy equipment or performing street, drainage, or traffic maintenance work is required.
- A Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License is required within one (1) year of employment. A Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) is required within 90 days of employment.
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS CORE COMPETENCIES - Must be able to read/comprehend routine maintenance documentation.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills are required; must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments/personnel and the general public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical requirements include lifting up to 85 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision and hearing constantly; standing, walking, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, balancing, talking and foot controls frequently; sitting, lifting, carrying, fine dexterity, kneeling, twisting and climbing occasionally; crouching, crawling and bending rarely.
Working conditions involve exposure to variable and/or extreme weather conditions, dust, dirt, heavy equipment, vehicle traffic, hot asphalt, hazardous chemicals/materials, and infectious diseases is involved. Utilizes personal protective equipment as required.
Safety Sensitive Position. The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance. 2023 Benefits Guide BENEFITSMedical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- United Healthcare
- Choice Plus PPO Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Wellness Initiatives
- Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
- Dental Plan
Davis Vision Insurance
- Base Vision Plan
- Premium Vision Plan
- Laser Vision Correction discounts
Retirement
- Texas MunicipalRetirement System (TMRS)
- Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - Flexible Spending Accounts
- City paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Activity Center Membership
- Direct Deposit
The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services.
Closing Date/Time: 2/14/2025 11:59 PM Central