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: 7/3/2024 – 7/12/2024
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