Public Works Technician Trainee - Water

Job description

Starting Hourly Rate: $19.15 Nature of Work: To learn, develop and apply technical skills used for street maintenance, utility work and collecting solid waste including operating light to heavy equipment. Trainee will learn and master the following skills required to perform as a Level I Public Works Technician – Infrastructure Systems (IS). Essential Duties: - Use electronic mapping and routine applications to navigate routes or to job sites. - Take-apart and rebuild mechanical system components using the correct tools and/or machinery. - Exercise independent problem solving, which includes troubleshooting, diagnosing, and determining a defined course of action for effective repairs. - Attend, participate and complete various safety courses. - Obtain a CDL-A with N endorsement (within 9 months of hire) - Learn MISS DIG procedures and interpret markings. - Use City works work order management software to track work activities. - Train to safely operate light to heavy equipment and tools to maintain and repair streets, including filling potholes, plowing, salting, sanding, milling and base preparation, paving, sweeping, grading, and crack sealing. - Learn to install, repair and main...