Maintenance Worker I

Job Posting Duties, dependent upon assignment, may include assisting with installation and removal of roadway pavement markings using thermoplastic machine, hand-propelled paint striper, grinder and water-jet blasting equipment; and/or performing installation, maintenance and repair of various traffic signs, street markings, and other roadway traffic control devices; placing traffic cones and barricades; and cleaning and servicing tools, machinery, equipment and vehicles. Duties may also include clearing visual obstructions (primarily vegetation) from traffic control devices, intersections and sight lines. Duties will require operating various types of equipment, e.g. jackhammer, hydraulic tool system, cutting torch, chain saw and assorted hand tools. Must be able to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance; have basic computer skills; and have a valid Texas driver’s license. Six months of related experience is required. Normal hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on a 9/80 schedule, though schedule will include some on-call duty, responding to after-hours trouble calls. Evening, weekend and holiday hours are sometimes required. PAY GRADE GG10 / FULL PAY RANGE $17.86 - $25.18 PER HOUR Full Job Description The full job description for this position and all other City of Irving job classifications are available online. Click here to access the list of job titles. Culture Traffic and Transportation The Transportation Department operates and maintains the city’s streets and traffic control devices. The department is split into two divisions: Streets and Traffic. Traffic and Transportation / Streets Division The Streets Division provides safe and well?maintained streets, alleys, sidewalks and drainage facilities for the use of citizens and residents. Traffic Division The Traffic Division plans, operates and maintains the transportation systems within the city of Irving in a safe, efficient and proactive manner. The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging. For City of Irving full-time employees only, competitive health benefits and participation in TMRS are offered. More information can be found online at 01 Evening and Weekend Schedule (Duties require being able to work various shifts including day, evening and weekend hours.) - Are you available and willing to work as needed, including day, evening and weekend hours, as the position requires? Yes No Required Question #J-18808-Ljbffr