Streets Maintenance Worker Level I - IV

Streets Maintenance Worker
Department: Public Works
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Wage: $20.91-$30.46 depending on experience
Reports To: Streets Maintenance Supervisor

Position Summary

The Streets Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving Clinton City's streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and related public infrastructure. This position operates a variety of hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment to ensure city streets remain safe, functional, and well-maintained. This position requires dependability, sound judgment, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively as part of the Public Works team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on city streets, including pothole patching, crack sealing, asphalt repairs, and resurfacing.
• Repair and replace damaged sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and other concrete infrastructure.
• Operate snowplows, sanders, salt spreaders, and other equipment to remove snow and ice and maintain safe travel conditions during winter weather.
• Install, maintain, and remove traffic control devices, including signs, barricades, cones, and warning devices, to provide safe work zones.
• Safely operate and maintain heavy equipment such as backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, skid steers, rollers, and other Public Works equipment.
• Perform maintenance and servicing of assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Follow all City policies, OSHA regulations, and department safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Respond professionally to questions and concerns from residents while representing Clinton City in a courteous manner.
• Respond to emergency situations, including severe weather, flooding, roadway hazards, and other public safety incidents.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Streets Maintenance Supervisor or Public Works Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old at the time of hire.

Education
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience
• Previous experience in street maintenance, construction, public works, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is desirable.

Licenses and Certifications
• Valid Utah Driver License required.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire.
• Traffic Control/Flagger Certification is preferred.
• Road Scholar certifications or other Public Works-related certifications are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment, trucks, power tools, and hand tools.
• Knowledge of roadway maintenance methods, materials, and equipment.
• Basic understanding of construction practices, concrete work, and asphalt repair techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, maps, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Ability to identify maintenance issues and perform or recommend appropriate repairs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to safe work practices and excellent customer service.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Perform physically demanding work, including bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and heavy equipment for extended periods.

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
• Position requires exposure to moving traffic, construction equipment, loud noise, dust, vibration, and other hazards commonly associated with street maintenance.
• Overtime, evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency response work may be required.
• Participation in an on-call rotation is required to respond to emergencies such as snow removal, flooding, and other Public Work's needs.

Benefits

Clinton City provides health, dental, and life insurance; retirement benefits through Utah Retirement Systems; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.