Field Operations Technician
City of PflugervilleIt's a great time to be in Pflugerville!
The person we seek will believe in and exhibit the City's P.F.I.R.S.T. core values: Positive, Forward-thinking, Integrity, Resilience, Service, and Teamwork.
City of Pflugerville full-time employees enjoy three (3) weeks of paid vacation along with 14 paid holidays a year, as well as an attractive retirement plan where the City puts in 2 dollars for every 1 dollar you put into retirement!
All City of Pflugerville employees, both full-time and part-time, are able to take advantage of a generous 457 deferred compensation plan and a 100% paid employee assistance program that offers financial, legal, mental, and career coaching and much more!
Job Summary
- Takes explicit direction from Crew Leader and carries out duties in accordance with established policies, procedures, and routines; may exercise moderate independent judgment and initiative. Interacts most frequently with other Public Works personnel; may interact with other City departments and external public on occasion. Assists with the construction, maintenance, and repair of City streets, facilities, and grounds.
Essential Job Functions and Other Important Duties
- Maintain right of ways, parks and other assigned City grounds; mow, trim, edge, trim trees, pick up litter and other debris.
- Maintain City tools and equipment in safe and effective operating condition; report unsafe or inoperable equipment to department management.
- Maintain City vehicles; clean inside and outside; perform maintenance checks before use; ensure proper storage of vehicles and vehicle keys.
- Performs assigned tasks during emergency situations such as floods, severe weather, and traffic accidents.
- May be assigned temporarily to other departments to provide related support.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Formal Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
Relatable Work Experience: One (1) year of related work experience.
Training, Licenses, and Certifications: Valid Class C Texas driver’s license.Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is define as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed & Environmental Factors and Other Physical Requirements
- Ability to follow verbal and written directions.Ability to learn about the construction, operation, and maintenance of public works infrastructures.Good communication (verbal and written) skills.Ability to effectively and safely operate light trucks, tractors with shredders, lawn tractors, weed eaters, trailers, shop tools, and various hand tools.Indoor/outdoor year round, as required; extreme weather conditions.Regularly scheduled for 5-day, 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.; some overtime may be required; may be assigned “on-call” for evenings and weekends, as required.Exposure to potentially hazardous materials.Strenuous and continuous physical activity, including stooping, kneeling, bending, and digging.Lifting - up to 85 lbs.Operation of all departmental vehicles, equipment, and hand tools.
If you are someone interested in making a difference in the community and wish to be a part of the Pflugerville team, go to pflugervilletx.gov under Employment Opportunities and apply today!
For more details about the benefits offered by the City, please visit: City of Pflugerville Benefits