Maintenance Worker-Drainage and Right of Way (Hiring Incentive: $1,500)

Maintenance Worker-Drainage and Right of Way (Hiring Incentive: $1,500)

town of flower moundFlower Mound, TX

7 days ago

$750

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Public Works Position Public Works is currently hiring for several essential positions that play a critical role in maintaining the Town's infrastructure. To help fill these important vacancies, the Town has approved both a Sign-On Incentive Program and an Employee Referral Incentive Program. Sign-On Incentive $1,500 The $1,500 Sign-On Incentive is available for newly hired Public Works employees (excluding Administrative Staff).Key details: Paid on the employee's first paycheck following hire. Limited to one sign-on incentive per employee while the program is in effect. Employees who leave Town employment within 90 days must repay $750.Incentives are paid through payroll and are subject to applicable taxes. Employee Referral Incentive $1,500 Help us recruit great candidates and earn extra income! For eligible Public Works positions (excluding Administrative Staff), employees may receive:$500 when the referred employee is hired.$1,000 after the referred employee successfully completes six months of employment.$1,500 total incentive.
Additional information: Applicants must identify the referring employee on their employment application for the referral to qualify. Incentives are paid through payroll and are subject to applicable taxes.
Examples Of Duties: Examples of duties include: Clean, repair, and maintain roads, bridges, medians, rights-of-way, alleys, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and other public areas. Handle asphalt and concrete placement; load and unload trucks; lay pipelines. Repair and patch manholes; perform street overlays; seal cracks in asphalt and concrete; remove and place concrete, including form setting and finishing; read grades and set grade stakes. Assist in surveying, brush and tree cutting, mowing, and weed control; maintain clean street intersections, medians, and alleys. Operate, repair, and maintain vehicles, light equipment, and tools including tractors, mowers, front-end and back-end loaders, trenchers, bucket trucks, augers, maintainers, jackhammers, saws, drills, bolt cutters, pothole patchers, rollers, dump trucks, and other equipment. Work safely in close proximity to high-speed vehicle traffic, medians, and rights-of-way. Identify and report potential hazards, liability exposures, problem areas, and inquiries from the public. Conduct daily inspections and preventive maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and tools, including cleaning, safety checks, and servicing. Adhere to Town and departmental safety rules and regulations. Participate in standby/on-call schedule for emergency repairs at night, on weekends, and during inclement weather. Assist other departments and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include: High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).Valid state issued driver's license; driving record must comply with Town policy. Ability to obtain a valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with proper endorsements, without restrictions, within six (6) months of hire. Physical abilities include: Ability to talk, read, see, walk, hear, and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform routine and physically strenuous tasks on a repetitive basis. Hand, foot, and eye coordination sufficient to operate light to heavy equipment. Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. of equipment multiple times per day, shovel, crawl, bend, kneel, climb on and off equipment, and operate vibrating equipment. Ability to work indoors, outdoors, underground, in confined spaces, and in trenches; on level, slippery, sloping, unstable, and muddy terrain; and under noisy conditions. Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions including rain, sleet, snow, heat, dust, sun exposure, and under hazardous conditions with traffic, insects, noxious plants, and snakes.
Desired Qualifications
Desired qualifications include: Experience with street maintenance, including asphalt, concrete, repair, or construction. Experience operating light to heavy construction equipment. Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) collection. Knowledge/ Skills / Abilities: General knowledge of installation and maintenance of drainage structure and erosion control system. Skills required to operate vehicles, small power tools, and equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Ability to exercise good judgment and make competent decisions. Ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure and stress. Ability to work extensive hours, as needed, and respond within 30 minutes to an on-call or emergency callback. Ability to maintain an effective and professional working relationship with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public.
Benefits: Regular full-time employees are eligible for a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. Below is an overview of what we offer: Health & Wellness Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage that includes doctor visits, prescriptions, specialist care, and hospital services. We offer two health plan options to suit your needs. Dental Insurance: Coverage for routine check-ups, cleanings and other dental procedures. Vision Insurance: Coverage for eye exams, glasses and contact lenses. Wellness Program: Free access to the Town's Community Activity Center, participation in wellness challenges, and health resources to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Retirement &
Financial Benefits: Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): Upon retirement the Town matches retirement contributions 2:1 to help you save for retirement.457- Pre and Post Tax Deferred Compensation: Voluntary contributions to help you save for retirement. Disability Insurance: Long-term and optional short-term disability coverage in the case of illness or injury. Paid Time Off: Vacation: Paid vacation days each year to help you relax and recharge. Sick: Paid sick days each year for illness or medical appointments. Holidays: Paid time off for Town recognized holidays, such as New Year's Day, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, and others. Work Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to mental health support, financial planning resources and other services for you and your dependents. Various positions with the Town may have the opportunity for alternative work schedules. For details, please contact the Human Resources Department at 972.874.6011 or hr@flowermound.gov.

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Level

Mid

Salary

$750

Location

Flower Mound, TX

Occupation

Highway Maintenance Workers

Industry

Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction

Posted

7 days ago

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