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Salary: See Position Description
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2026-00115
Department: Public Works
Division: PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 01/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).
Position Description
ENTRY SALARY
STREETS & SIDEWALKS TECH I: $44,148.12
STREETS & SIDEWALKS TECH II: $48,673.30
STREETS & SIDEWALKS TECH III: $53,662.26
CURRENT RECRUITMENT OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Under limited supervision, the Lead Streets & Sidewalks Technician performs advanced skilled work in the installation, construction, renovation, modification, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, asphalt patch installation, retaining walls, headwalls, and irrigation.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervises, trains, and provides leadership in the phases of installation, maintenance, and repair activities related to right of ways, streets, sidewalks, retaining walls, and headwalls; monitors safety and potential hazards and addresses issues or concerns; maintains records of all daily activities and ensures the completion of work assignments and paperwork are completed.
• Demonstrates proper work methods; ensures needed materials, supplies, and equipment are available, and checks work in progress and upon completion.
• Performs construction and cement work including laying pavers, forming, pouring, and finishing curbs, streets, sidewalks, a variety of structures and performing related work incidental to these tasks.
• Removes dirt, concrete, asphalt, and other materials to ensure effective repairs and maintenance activities; excavates streets, sidewalks, and driveways for paving; performs brick, masonry, and mortar repairs.
• Monitors, cleans, repairs, and facilitates the maintenance of the shop or yard area by cleaning, painting, and performing routine maintenance work; loads, carries, and stacks other materials for performing repair and maintenance.
• Operates, drives, and uses dump trucks, air hammers, chop saws, chain saws, weed eaters, concrete mixers, and other equipment; transports equipment and materials.
• Ensures the safety and functionality of all City streets and sidewalks.
• Communicates with city departments, contractors and other utility companies regarding various work performed in right of ways; participates in meetings and maintains strong communication regarding activities and progress of Division and City projects.
• Performs standby duty for after-hour responses; assists department in the event of an emergency and may be required to work odd or altered hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Streets & Sidewalk Tech I
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
Does this position require a Commercial Driver's License? Yes
Type: Obtain and maintain Restricted Class A (No Tractor/Trailer) CDL permit within three (3) months of hire date & obtain and maintain Restricted Class A (No Tractor) CDL with necessary endorsements based on area of assignment within nine (9) months of hire date.
Education and Experience:
Minimum Tenth grade education AND one (1) year of experience as a semi-skilled laborer in a maintenance or construction field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Streets & Sidewalk Tech II
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
Obtain and maintain Florida Department of Transportation Temporary Traffic Control (FDOT TTC) within six (6) months of hire date.
Does this position require a Commercial Driver's License? Yes
Type: Possession and maintenance of Restricted Class A (No Tractor/Trailer) CDL with necessary endorsements based on area of assignment is required.
The employee must be able to demonstrate equipment operation and have a good working knowledge of the equipment. Basic computer skills for communicating via email and for utilizing the City's intranet system and GIS to obtain information is highly desirable and is a necessary skill to learn prior to qualifying for internal promotional opportunities.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, G.E.D. Certificate OR Completion of the apprentice program PLUS one (1) year of experience as a semi-skilled laborer in a maintenance or construction field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Streets & Sidewalk Tech III
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
Obtain and maintain Florida Department of Transportation Temporary Traffic Control (FDOT TTC) within six (6) months of hire date.
Does this position require a Commercial Driver's License? Yes
Type: Possession and maintenance of Restricted Class A (No Tractor/Trailer) CDL with necessary endorsements based on area of assignment is required.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate PLUS two (2) years of experience as a semi-skilled laborer in a maintenance or construction field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of -

• Street and sidewalks maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting
• Methods, tools, and practices of construction
• Occupational hazards and necessary precautions
• First aid and safety training
• FEMA rules
• Personnel oversight and direction
• Hand and power tools and equipment
• Department policies and protocols
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -

• Operate and use hand and power tools, small trucks and other equipment
• Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions
• Reading and interpreting machine operating manuals
• Interpreting and applying civil engineering principles, blueprint standards, and specifications
• Training, leading, and overseeing other laborers
• Establishing and maintaining good relationships
• Dealing tactfully with customers
• Using tact and independent judgment within established guidelines
• Operating a computer with general proficiency

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.
01
What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

02
What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

03
How many years of experience do you have as a semi-skilled laborer in a maintenance or construction field?

• No experience
• 1-2 years experience
• 2-3 years experience
• 3-4 years experience
• 4 or more years experience

04
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

05
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?"

• Yes
• No

Required Question