Title

Operations Technician

Open Date

8/6/2024

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Bargaining / Non-Bargaining

Bargaining

Division

Public Works

Location

Streets and Sewers/Traffic and Lighting

Reports To

Traffic and Lighting Manager/Superintendent V/Job Leader

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 6am to 2pm

Pay Rate

$19.77 Hourly

Description

Salary: $19.77 per hour

SUMMARY:Performs tasks related to signage, lighting, marking, maintaining and improving the public right-of-way and public facilities in the City as assigned to the Bureau. Does related work as assigned under direct or indirect supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS:To successfully perform in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and drive 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and dump trucks, with or without snowplow and salt spreader attachment, bucket truck and forklift.
• Operate, maintain and repair paint striping machines and other specialized equipment; operate self-propelled striping machines.
• Apply paint to pavement, traffic devices and equipment.
• Cut metal to size, assemble traffic control devices.
• Install posts, signs and other traffic control devices to provide for traffic control in work zones, for parades and special events, detours and other traffic restrictions.
• Trim weeds, brush, limbs and other debris to ensure there is no interference with traffic and traffic control signs and devices.
• Assist with updates and maintenance of sign inventory with written and/or automated systems.
• Assist lighting crew in all aspects of construction and/or electrical work, assists with bulb changes and State, County and City inspections.
• Operate retro-reflectometer.
• Work in high-lift bucket and platform trucks above ground to heights of 50 feet.
• Plow snow as required.
• Ability to use laptop/tablet to be able to report and maintain GIS Maps.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Must be able to perform very strenuous work in extremely adverse weather conditions.
• Know work crew practices, basic safety and traffic rules and regulations.
• Provide labor to assist other bureaus and divisions.
• Assume additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Be available for weekday, weekend and holiday stand-by.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED:

• Ability to read and write.
• Clean driving record.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

Must have or be able to obtain a Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers license within 60 working days with endorsements as noted:

Class A Commercial Drivers License: Air brake,Combination Vehicle

Class B Commercial Drivers License: Air Brake,Tanker

TOOLS USED:Jack hammer, post pounder/puller, miscellaneous hand tools.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:Most, if not all, work to be performed occurs outdoors. Applicant must be able to work in extremely adverse weather conditions and/or environment. Must be able to climb into truck beds; lift or assist in lifting up to 120 pounds; push or pull equipment into position and be able to perform very strenuous physical work. May be exposed to oil and grease, solvents and other chemicals. This is a safety-sensitive position, subject to random testing for drugs and alcohol in accordance with City policy.

Position Requirements

Required

Pre-employment Drug Screen

About the Organization

South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.

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