Street Maintenance Worker

Street Maintenance Worker

City of Dubuque

1 Positions

ID: 93002

Posted On 11/25/2025

Refreshed On 07/08/2026

Job Overview

Position Summary

Please note: In addition to base pay listed on the job posting, this position may qualify for a Market Adjustment Supplement Pay of up to $5.85 per hour, depending on qualifications.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general direction and reporting to the Field Operations Manager, the Street Maintenance Worker operates medium and heavy equipment and performs and supervises performance of a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance, construction and operation of public works and park facilities; and performs other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

JOB DUTIES:

• Operates roller, backhoe/loader, excavator, skid loader, sewer jet/vac vehicle, pumps, hydraulic impact hammer, self propelled street sweeper, front end loader, snowplow, snow go, jet flusher, sewer television truck, aerial bucket, , anti-icing unit, and other equipment and vehicles in various maintenance and construction tasks

• Repairs or replaces curbs, sections of concrete and asphalt streets, walls, and steps.

• Carrying resources on jobsites to include concrete forms, tools, and other resources.

• Responds to internal and external questions and requests in a professional and courteous manner.

• Excavates and back fills trenches with hand tools; cleans and inspects sanitary and storm sewers; cleans ditches and drainage systems; loads and unloads trucks containing heavy materials; shovels asphalt/rock, sand, gravel and spreads and rakes asphalt; and operates miscellaneous manual and power tools including jack hammer, air compressor, pick, shovel, sledgehammer, grinder, drill and pipe wrench.

• Repairs or replaces storm intakes, catch basins, culverts, manholes, and water boxes.

• Repairs or replaces Street, Stop, Wayfinding signs and meter poles.

• Prepares and places barricades for projects and safety purposes.

• Cut and trim grass, weeds, and trees from right of way.

• Performs general grounds maintenance, basic painting, repair and maintenance assignments.

• Takes initiative to cross train self and others in various areas to strengthen knowledge base and provide support to other departments or divisions.

• Performs extensive snow and ice control operational duties - individually, as a team member, or as a team leader.

• Assists other departments with various duties as necessary.

• Checks tires, oil, lubricants, water levels, lights and fuel in vehicles and equipment; washes, adjusts, and performs minor repair and maintenance on vehicles and equipment; and maintains time and other records.

• Consistently ensures and reinforces the proper use and compliance of safety protocols, both on and off job sites, for self and others.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least one year of experience operating light, medium, and heavy duty equipment

• At least one year of experience in either asphalt and concrete maintenance and repairs

• High School Diploma OR GED

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes, combination, and tanker endorsements within 6 months

• At least 6 months’ experience with data entry, computer usage, or relevant experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in Public Works’ Snow and/or Ice Control Operations.

• Ability to obtain and maintain certification for respiratory use in confined spaces within one year of starting date.

• At least one year of professional experience in asphalt or concrete.

• Welding and fabricating experience.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, grasping and repetitive motions in the performance of daily duties; both near and far vision (with or without corrective device) while performing maintenance inspection of equipment; ability to lift, drag, and push vehicles, motors, engines, and other equipment and supplies weighing up to sixty (60) pounds; acceptable hearing (with or without corrective device); safely work with power and noise-producing tools and equipment; and ability to drive a motorized vehicle.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Street Maintenance Worker works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold, indoors and outdoors. Depending on necessity, the Street Maintenance Worker will be expected to work a range of shifts: regular, evening and weekend shift work. Work includes working outdoors, responding to weather related emergency operations and being on call at various times throughout the year including holidays and weekends as assigned.

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employee shall establish their principal place of residence within fifty (50) miles of their place of employment as soon as practicable after appointment, but within two years of appointment.

Primary Contact

214881

City of Dubuque Human Resources Department

Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department

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Job Details

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Experience

1-2 Years

Company ID

931

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20251125

End Date

20260930

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About the Company

Whether at City Hall or out on city streets, our employees serve our residents, businesses, and visitors every day. Join the City of Dubuque team to be part of a high-performance organization dedicated to the community and to delivering excellent municipal services. We are input-oriented, see problems as opportunities, search for creative solutions, and work as a team to accomplish goals and build partnerships. At the City of Dubuque, your work is meaningful and supports the community.

The City of Dubuque values its employees and offers competitive salaries and benefits such as:

• Health and Dental Insurance

• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Retirement Savings (IPERS)

• Deferred Compensation Plan

• Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

• Short-Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Longevity Pay Starting After 6 Years of Service

• Flexible Work Arrangements

• Paid Time Volunteering

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