Street and Bridge Operations Technician II or III

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Street and Bridge Operations Technician II or III

City of Austin Austin, TX, United States

Job Description:

Street and Bridge Operations Technician II or III

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Street and Bridge Operations Technician II:
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in maintenance or construction, including one (1) year of experience which was in operating heavy-duty equipment or concrete finishing. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
Valid Class “A” or “B” Commercial Driver License ( CDL ).

Physical Requirements:
Continuous outdoor activity; frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards; occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying or lifting up to a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, and indoor activity.

Street and Bridge Operations Technician III :
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in maintenance or construction, including two (2) years of experience which were in operation of heavy-duty equipment or concrete finishing. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver License ( CDL ).

Physical Requirements:

Continuous outdoor activity; frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing; exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards; occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying or lifting up to a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, and indoor activity.
Notes to Applicants
These positions will perform general street, bridge and right of way maintenance, constructions, and rehabilitations for a large public works department, incorporating standard maintenance, construction and repair techniques to produce a finished product that meets standard requirements.

The Street & Bridge Operations Technician II or III will be required to operate light and heavy motorized equipment for street and bridge maintenance and document processes into a work order management database (Maximo). In addition, Tech II & III will be responsible for training lower level staff on equipment and/or job related tasks.

This position will primarily assist in utility excavation repairs or concrete maintenance. The Street & Bridge Operations Technician II or III will be required to operate light and heavy motorized equipment for street and bridge maintenance and document processes into a work order management database (Maximo).

“If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.”

Driving Requirements:
This position requires a Valid Class “A” or “B” Commercial Driver License ( CDL ). or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation federal regulations and the City of Austin Alcohol and Drug Policy for Commercial Vehicle Drivers, including alcohol and drug testing as required.

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Applicant: READ THIS STATEMENT Regarding your Application:
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

Assessment:
This position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:

Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

PLEASE NOTE : Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:


Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

Pay Range
SB Tech II $22.82 - 25.78
SB Tech III $24.08 - 27.93

Hours
Monday through Friday
6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
*Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.

Job Close Date 01/03/2025 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 901 Dalton Lane Bldg. D Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Street and Bridge Operations Technician II Street and Bridge Operations Technician III

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Street and Bridge Operations Technician II Street and Bridge Operations Technician III

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Street & Bridge Operations Technician II position requires: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in maintenance or construction, including one (1) year of experience which was in operating heavy-duty equipment or concrete finishing. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? * This position requires a Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL). Do you have a Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL) by your hire date? * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards requires that drivers meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? * This position is categorized an "Essential Personnel". Essential Personnel is considered a critical position and must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport, whether or not you are scheduled to work. If offered the position, are you willing to work scheduled and unscheduled hours as mandated by business needs? * The physical requirements for this position are continuous outdoor activity, frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards, occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying/lifting up to a minimum of 50lbs., client/ customer contact, and indoor activity. Do you meet the physical requirements of this position with or without reasonable accommodations? * How many years of experience do you have hauling heavy equipment? * Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically with Word, Excel, and Outlook? * Please describe your experience handling construction materials (receiving materials, stockpiling, maintaining materials, inventory management, etc.)?
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience coordinating with Fleet Services or other Vehicle/Equipment maintenance services.
(Open Ended Question)
* All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements? * How did you hear about this opportunity? Example: Job board (please specify), Career Fair (please specify), 3rd party recruiting firm, etc.
(Open Ended Question)


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