SUMMARY: 

Under specified supervision of a Public Works Foreman, performs routine, semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of potable, non-potable and gravity flow irrigation systems, water distribution systems, streets maintenance, traffic control devices and storm drainage.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs  various combinations of the following:  Street maintenance and repair; breaks and removes pavement; digs, shovels, hauls and loads soils, sand, gravel, and cement; patches streets including, placing, raking and compacting hot asphalt; performs traffic control; including maintenance of traffic control devices and street signage, flagging and directing traffic at work sites and controlling related safety functions at job sites; interprets basic street maps and blueprints; measures and lays out center lines, crosswalks and other line markings;  operates a paint striper or spray gun in painting line markings on pavement; paints curbs; performs water pipeline maintenance; assists in the installation, repair and replacement of service and main lines; repairs, replacement and exercising of water valves and fire hydrants; reads water meters and records consumption; identifies addresses for new meters; identifies and addresses water meter equipment problems; activates and deactivates meters; inventories meter equipment; performs meter maintenance; performs meter and radio installations and change-outs and shut-offs as required; performs general maintenance to include rough carpentry, pipefitting, installation and repair of fence and guardrails, painting, plumbing and basic electrical work; performs specialized corrective and preventative maintenance and inspection on stormwater infrastructure including ponds, channels, outfalls, culverts and storm sewer collection systems; conducts closed circuit television (CCTV) routine and response driven inspection and maintenance of storm sewer manholes, inlets and lines; operates vehicles used in construction and maintenance such as mowers, tractors, pick-ups dump trucks with plows, snow plows, street sweepers, backhoes, jet/vac trucks, front-end loaders and skid steer, enters confined spaces utilizing proper personal protective equipment, related safety equipment and entry permits and performs other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; one year of related experience in commercial landscape maintenance, sports field preparation or landscape construction; possession of CO Class R driver’s license; within one year of hire must be able to obtain CO Class B CDL with airbrake endorsement; possession of or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire First Aid and CPR certifications; ability to use and maintain tools and equipment used in utility repair and construction and street repair.; ability to learn basic construction and repair work; ability to comply with safety standards set forth by the City; ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment; ability to work in a rotating on-call schedule: ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; ability to communicate effectively; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the general public and ability to lift and carry 80 pounds.; knowledge and skill in the operation and maintenance of trucks, tractors, mowers, and all other equipment used in utility repair and construction and street repair is highly desirable. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.   

The City of Evans conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment. 

Apply on-line at www.evanscolorado.gov  City of Evans, Human Resources, 1100 37^th Street, Evans, CO 80620.