Traffic Control Apprentice Jobs in Allen, TX (NOW HIRING)

Summary This job description below is for Apprentice Combo Vac Operator, however, based on experience and qualifications, candidates can be hired at the following: Apprentice Combo Vac Operator #9995 (W1) $42,431.01 - $61,526.40/Annually $20.39 - 29.58/Hourly Combo Vac Operator I #9953 (W2) $44,977.43 - $65,218.80/Annually $21.62 - 31.35/Hourly For a complete job description click here Combo Vac Operator II #9954 (W3) $47,676.50 - $69,132.54/Annually $22.92 - 33.23/Hourly For a complete job description click here Combo Vac Operator III #9955 (W4) $50,537.36 - $73,280.88/Annually $24.29 - 35.23/Hourly For a complete job description click here WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation

In 2023, McKinney was named one of the top workplaces in DFW by the Dallas Morning News. Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That's why we exist.

OUR CORE VALUES City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE).

We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO). SUMMARY OF POSITION Under general supervision, performs technical tasks in the operation of the wastewater collection and/or storm water system.

Employees in this classification assist with operating a Combo Truck, maintenance of all its equipment and preparing work site.. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees. Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected

Contribute to a positive work culture. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.

Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization. Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities. Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.

Essential Functions/Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with the operation of Combo Truck. Assists in maintaining all combo truck equipment (nozzles, wands, vac cans). Reads and understands GIS map with supervision Assist with preparing work site and traffic control.

Responds to emergency sewer/stormwater requests. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Perform other duties as assigned or directed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.)

Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided. Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness. Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.

Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and/or information. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships. Requires the ability provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.

Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions. Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information, such as water and sewer maps, equipment operator manuals. Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; ability to utilize principles of fractions; ability to interpret graphs.

Requires ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action. Requires the ability to exercise the judgment required in situations characterized by repetitive or short cycle operations covered by set procedures or sequences.

Requires the ability to perform coordinated movement involving placing and turning motions, such as operating a TV camera for sewer lines, back hoe, Hydro-Excavator and dump truck and trailer, front-end loader, air compressor, gas and electric pumps, and various hand tools. Requires the ability to work in confined spaces. Requires the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

Requires the ability to learn and operate the current Work Order System. Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect. Builds professional relationships with internal staff and customers.

Offers flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change. Communicates effectively both orally and in writing. Required Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.

High school diploma or GED equivalent Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license with tankers endorsement or the ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must pass a drug screen and background check. Must have Class C Texas Driver's License.

Must obtain the National Incident Merit System (NIMS) certificate IS-100 and IS-700 within 6 months of employment. During storms or natural disasters, staff will be divided into two 12-hour shifts. During storms or natural disasters, staff may be called in while on vacation.

Physical Demands/Supplemental PHYSICAL DEMANDS Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 150 pounds). Some tasks require visual and odor perception and discrimination. WORK ENVIRONMENT There is limited exposure to environmental conditions.

Tasks may require exposure to strong odors and/or smoke, traffic hazards, extreme heat/cold or extreme weather conditions. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position.

Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.