Right-of-Way Technician I

JOB:  Right-of-Way Technician I

DEPARTMENT:  Property Maintenance

PAY GRADE:  10

HOURS:  Daytime hours, with occasional overtime

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a working position with the primary responsibility of operating equipment to maintain City rights-of-way. Incumbent works under the general supervision of the Facility Maintenance Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates equipment such as tractor with bush hog, articulated boom cutter, pole saws, and chain saws in the maintenance of City rights-of-way.
• Assists in the general maintenance of equipment used by performing pre-work safety inspections of equipment and performing preventative maintenance including checking fluids, tire pressure, fuel and gauges.
• Performs manual labor related to the maintenance of City rights-of-way and properties including herbicide application, trimming, weed eating, etc.
• Performs flagman duties as necessary.
• Perform all other tasks/duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND Abilities:

• Knowledge of City and department rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of City streets and locations
• Knowledge of safety rules and incident causation and prevention
• Knowledge of equipment and power tool maintenance
• Ability to operate light to medium duty equipment including pickup trucks, tractors with attachments, chainsaws, etc.
• Ability to communicate well with supervisor, employees, and citizens.
• Ability to work under extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to move/lift objects of at least 50 lbs.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a high school graduate, or hold a certificate of high school equivalency (GED).
• Possess a current and valid driver’s license and be insurance.  
• One (I) year of work experience operating a tractor and bushhog, or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the above listed knowledge, skills and abilities commensurate with the requirements of this job.
• Ability to work non-standard hours as required.
• Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position.

POSTING DATES:   4/1/2024 – 4/5/2024

City employees interested in this position, should contact Kristin Joiner at 256-329-6782. Seniority alone will not be the determining factor. 

External applicants may obtain an application at the Municipal Complex, or apply online at alexandercityal.gov.

  Alexander City is an Equal Opportunity Employer