Public Works Construction Technician Ii

Job Summary

Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, maintains City streets, sidewalks, and buildings. Rehabilitates existing sidewalks and curb gutters, as well as installs new sidewalks, slabs, and walls. Cleans storm drain gates, lays pavers, installs culverts and storm drains, assists in engineering design, interprets blueprints, cuts steel, and constructs buildings from site work to completion. Assists in repair and installation of pavement to include repairing potholes, installing and repairing driveway tie-ins, street shoulders, and cuts.

Directs traffic at worksites and performs preventative maintenance inspections on equipment. Assists in leading a crew, fills-in during the absence of immediate supervisor, and assists in oversight and training of less experienced employees. Operates heavy equipment such as backhoe, trackhoe, etc., in performance of job duties. Works during inclement weather conditions (e.g., snow/ice, heavy rain/flooding, etc.) to clear and maintain roads and walkways.

Assists with special projects as assigned. Subject to on-call availability and overtime.

Note:

Essential functions include the following or are in addition to other duties as assigned. The percentage of time is provided for planning purposes.

• Perform General Construction and Infrastructure Repair: Assist in leading a crew, serve as acting supervisor in the absence of the immediate lead, and support the training and development of less experienced employees. Utilize a variety of construction methods and tools to complete in-house projects that support the maintenance and enhancement of municipal infrastructure and facilities. Work may include the installation and repair of curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, accessibility ramps, pavers, traffic islands, mailboxes, retaining walls, and drainage structures, as well as asphalt patching and repair.
  
  Additional responsibilities may involve concrete pouring, forming, grinding, and finishing; installation of lights and basic fixtures; wood framing, masonry, minor roofing repairs, building demolition, and general landscaping. All work must adhere to applicable design specifications, municipal codes, and regulatory standards, such as Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, American Concrete Institute (ACI) guidelines, and established paving practices.
• Operate Specialized & Heavy Equipment: Utilize various equipment such as jack hammers, mixers, chainsaws, concrete saws, screeds, pressure washers, blowers, hammer drills, and basic hand tools in performance of job duties to include tearing out old concrete and preparing sub-base. Conduct daily inspections of all equipment and clean after use to maintain in proper working order. Operate various heavy equipment such as the backhoe, trackhoe, skid steers, and dump trucks in the performance of job duties.
• Provide Traffic Control: Evaluate jobsite and traffic pattern making note of possible safety issues that may arise. Follow South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) guidelines to initiate a traffic control plan. Put up signs, cones, barricades, and arrow-boards as necessary to route traffic safely around or away from jobsite.
• Support Inclement Weather Operations: Work outside of regular schedule, throughout inclement weather conditions (i.e., snow and ice) by operating salt spreaders, loaders, snowplows, and other specific equipment necessary to clear and maintain roads and walkways. Mix sand and salt for ice removal and treat bridges and roads as necessary. Wash brine and salt off equipment after use.
• Assist with Special Projects and Events: Assist with the set-up, tear down, and cleanup of permitted special and volunteer events. Assist with various City related projects, including the construction, installation, and tearing down of temporary structures, banners, tree lights, and decorations; operating small and large equipment, and tools; entering creeks or rivers to remove debris; and assisting the public as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Over two (2) years of…