Street Maintenance

Street Maintenance I

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi‑skilled labor activities in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, traffic systems, signs, and sewers through the operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment and hand and power tools. An incumbent will be required to perform duties on an on‑call basis, as needed. This is the entry‑level class in the Street Maintenance series.

Street Superintendent

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi‑skilled labor activities in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, traffic systems, signs, and sewers through the operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment and hand and power tools. An incumbent will be required to perform duties on an on‑call basis, as needed. This position requires onsite attendance during assigned working hours;

remote arrangements are unavailable.

• Assist in maintenance and repair activities of City streets including concrete and asphalt work, pothole repairs, joint sealing, grinding, milling, crack filling, panel and curb replacements, snow removal, street sweeping, street logo and curb painting, sign installation, setting up barricades, and traffic control.
• Assist in the maintenance and inspection of drainage and sewer systems to ensure proper functioning; maintain and repair sewer lines through responding to sewer plugs, manhole and line clearing and repair, main and pipe repair, sewer flushing, treating lines for root control and grease buildup.
• Perform snow removal and material application on streets, sidewalks, parking lots, and around public buildings either manually or using snow removal equipment.
• Operate light departmental equipment, vehicles, and basic hand, power, and electric tools in the performance of duties and according to established guidelines.
• Maintain a safe work environment at all times; utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.
• Transport equipment and material to work sites; load and unload equipment and materials.
• Prepare, install, repair, and replace City sign posts and signs; clean and maintain existing signs; trim vegetation that presents safety hazards.
• Ensure proper maintenance of tools and equipment by cleaning and checking tools after use.
• Maintain records indicating maintenance activities performed, materials used, and hours worked.
• Refer citizen complaints to the supervisor for resolution.
• Establish and maintain positive public relations with the general public, other employees, other governmental agencies, and municipal officials.

• Assist in other City activities such as Clean Up Days, Papillion Days, etc.
• Assist all divisions and departments as required to accomplish the goals of the Public Works Department and the City of Papillion.

• Accepts and follows directions as needed.
• Learn methods, techniques, materials, terminology, and tools used in the general construction, maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, curbs, sewers, and related systems.
• Learn practices and procedures of traffic control.
• Learn principles and practices of record keeping.
• Accurately read and interpret technical sketches, blueprints, and instructional manuals.
• Operate vehicles, machinery, equipment, and tools pertaining to street maintenance repair and sewer line maintenance.
• Operate diesel and gas‑powered equipment.
• Apply occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Apply techniques used in emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Use independent judgment in the performance of duties.
• Work safely with and around automotive and mechanical equipment.
• Know the geography of the city.
• Use a personal computer for administrative duties, e.g., timekeeping, online training.
• Work independently and safely in the absence of supervision.
• Perform job duties efficiently while managing frequent interruptions.
• Plan and organize a personal work schedule, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Understand and follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in…