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Job Description Street Maintenance Worker Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Benefit Eligible, Union Position Pay: $34.60 - $42.67 per hour, DOQ Join Team Eagan. We're seeking a safety-focused, collaborative individual with a commitment to public service for our Street Maintenance Worker position. This position performs the inspection, maintenance, and repair of City streets, rights-of-ways, and signs

Be a part of a team that values diverse perspectives and life experiences to make the City of Eagan a great place to live, work, and play. All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview. Invitations will be sent as applications are received and reviewed.

Essential Position Functions Perform repairs to asphalt and gravel road surfaces including patching, overlays, and crack sealing using specialized equipment such as pavers, melters, distributors, and loader. Load and haul material for street maintenance and repair. Perform concrete curb and sidewalk repair and replacement using concrete saws, jack hammers, and specialized concrete raising equipment.

Perform street cleaning, boulevard, ditch, and right-of-way cleaning, catch basin/storm sewer inlet and outlet maintenance and rough-cut mowing and tree trimming/removal. Perform snow and ice removal using trucks, loaders, and other specialized equipment. Perform minor vehicle, building, and grounds maintenance and participate in building constructions/refurbishment as assigned.

Install, maintain, and replace street identification, traffic control signs, and pavement markings while maintaining and organizing records. Respond to emergency call outs after scheduled work hours and be available for extended workdays, call backs, and shift schedule changes. Adhere to and implement all safety rules, regulations, and practices including wearing appropriate safety equipment to protect the employee, operation, and the public.

Understand and actively participate in work zone safety procedures and operations. Other duties as assigned Other duties and responsibilities may include: Performing other maintenance tasks while assisting other maintenance divisions as assigned including emergency situations or to balance seasonal workloads and schedules. Provide on-the-job direction and/or training to other employees as needed for certain job situations.

Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) Three (3) years of experience in the operation of street maintenance, paving, snow plowing, and/or general construction equipment -OR- Served six (6) or more months as a City of Eagan Maintenance Trainee. Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (Category 1 or 2) with air brake and tank endorsements. Valid Class A Minnesota Commercial Driver's License (Interstate, Category 1 or 2) with air brake and tank endorsement within 180 days of hire - City provided training available

Perform all the essential position functions and meet the physical requirements of the position under the working conditions as described. Knowledge of: Material, methods and techniques used in construction and maintenance activities. Occupational hazards of work and necessary job-related safety precautions.

Skills in: The use of all tools and equipment associated with street maintenance. The operation of vehicles/equipment used for street maintenance. Basic math and arithmetic.

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, understanding of GIS, data entry). Ability to: Safely operate vehicles and equipment used for structural and operation street maintenance. Follow oral and written instructions.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public. Understand and use equipment safely and to adhere to all safety practices and procedures. Handle stressful situations.

Things that may help you be successful in this role A graduate of a vocational school in heavy equipment operation, construction and maintenance methods, or related field. A graduate of the American Public Works Association-Minnesota Chapter Public Works Certificate Program and/or Leadership Academy. Five (5) years of experience in asphalt maintenance and repair.

Five (5) years of experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of concrete, specifically curb and gutter, sidewalk, and miscellaneous flatwork. Working Conditions and Hours: Normal hours of work are from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday-Friday

Hours of work may change depending on department needs. May include shift changes for the efficient operation of the division. FLSA non-exempt position.

Up to 80% Team; 20% Independent While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or keyboards, speak intelligibly, hear and read. CLICK HERE to view the full position description including physical demands and requirements.