Maintenance Technician-Streets

The purpose of this position is to perform maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, storm drains, and perform vector control. This is accomplished by assessing worksite(s) for damage or needed repairs, completing maintenance and repairs by operating heavy equipment and machinery such as a backhoe, excavator, dump truck, roller, forklift, and following safety standards to ensure safe working conditions at all times. May work overtime and perform other duties as required.

This position is subject to the City of Portland's Background Investigation and Drug Testing Policy. New hires are required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States per Federal law.

The City of Portland offers a generous benefits package that includes paid health, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Portland is a TMRS City at 7%, 2:1 match. Optional 457, Roth IRA and Cafeteria Plans available.

THE CITY OF PORTLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.Valid Texas Class C Driver's License with a good driving record.One year of documented experience in operating heavy equipment and machinery such as a backhoe, dump truck, gradall roller, vacuum truck, forklift, front end loader, and jackhammer required.Must be able to work in different levels of confined spaces as required.Must be able to repeatedly lift 100 pounds in the course of a work day.Must be able to work in inclement weather including extreme heat and cold with extended periods of time exposed to the outside elements.This position is considered essential and attendance is mandatory in the event of a storm, disaster or other catastrophic event.


Special Requirements

Two to three years' of experience in operating equipment such as a backhoe, single axle dump truck and street sweeper preferred.Texas Department of Agriculture Noncommercial Political Subdivision Pesticide Applicator License preferred.


Miscellaneous Information

Applications available online at portlandtx.gov. Completed applications may be emailed to View email address on click.appcast.io, hand-delivered, or mailed to the City of Portland, Human Resources, 1900 Billy G. Webb Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. Resumes not accepted in lieu of a complete City of Portland application.