Primary Objective

• Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
• Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
• Embrace the City’s shared values and contribute towards accomplishing the City’s vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly

Examples of Duties

• Assists in repairs and maintenance of the City’s streets, right of ways, signs, pavement markings, sidewalks, storm sewer system, and equipment including, but are not limited to:
  • Street: Pothole patching, paving operations, crack sealing operations, sealcoat operations, flagging and traffic control, median maintenance including weed control and street sweeping
  • Right-of-Way and Sidewalks: Tree trimming and removal operations, mowing and landscape maintenance, concrete sidewalk removal and repair.
  • Storm Sewer: Clean and repair catch basins, manholes, pipes and other structures. Aid in the maintenance and inspection of storm sewer system
  • Snow Removal: Snow plowing and salting, anti-icing, removal and hauling of snow and other materials
  • Signs and Pavement Markings: install, repair, and manufacture traffic signs, as well as installing pavement markings
• Will work with materials such as bituminous, sand, gravel, black dirt, salt, paint and solvents.
• Operate with a high degree of proficiency the following hand, power tools and engine powered equipment in association with street maintenance and snow removal operations
  • Hand power tools, small engine powered equipment, chain saws, pole saws, string trimmers and brush cutters
  • Light duty trucks, 3/4 and one-ton trucks, with dump bodies, plows and pulling trailers
  • Single and tandem axle dump trucks used in maintenance work for hauling, pulling trailers and snow removal and ice control operations
  • Skid-steer loaders with attachments
  • Front-end loader
  • Street sweepers
  • Aerial lifts
  • Large commercial wood chipper
  • Hydrostatic rollers
  • Misc asphalt repair equipment; crack routers, rubber melters, air compressors, jack hammers, hot boxes etc.
• May occasionally operate the following heavy equipment:
  • Excavators
  • Motor Grader
  • Paver
  • Jet/ Vac truck
  • Oil Distributor
• Knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials used in street, sign and storm sewer maintenance.
• Perform all work in a safe, skilled and effective manner.
• Demonstrates positive attitude toward job assignments and tasks to be performed.
• Communicates with others relating to work assignments and progress of work or to convey information about conditions or work related needs.
• Ensure both work spaces and equipment are maintained and kept at a high level of cleanliness.
• May perform as a lead worker when necessary and assigned; accepts leadership responsibilities and shows initiative in recommending methods to improve safety, quality, and efficiency on the job.
• May direct both full-time and seasonal staff
• Maintains maintenance records and estimates and requisitions supplies, materials, and equipment when necessary and assigned.
• Performs duties as outlined in maintenance compensation plan.
• Responsible to work overtime, shift changes, or be on call as necessary or assigned.
• Adheres to safety rules and procedures, and any work rules and policies that pertain to the Public Works Department, Maintenance Division, and/or the Street Maintenance Section.
• When directed, assists with maintenance duties in any of the sections of Public Works Maintenance Division and/or any other Public Works Division.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as apparent or assigned.
• Possess or complete CDL training for a class A commercial drivers license with endorsements within the first year of employment (City will provide training)

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and oral instructions including safety rules
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to work overtime, shift changes, including evenings and weekends, holidays or be on call as necessary or assigned

Minimum/Desirable Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and have the ability to drive
• The ability to obtain a class A commercial driver’s license including: air brakes and tanker endorsements within the first year of employment (City will provide training)
• Experience utilizing a tablet or personal computer with general word processing, spreadsheet, internet, and email functions

• Must maintain all minimum qualifications listed above
• Must complete minimum education coursework hours required to move to Step 5, Step 6, Step 7 (minimum of 8 hours; maximum of 72 hours of coursework); prior attainment of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree may count toward Step 5’s 8-hour requirement
• Performs as lead when on job site
• Possesses ability to operate all Street Division heavy equipment
• In Street Supervisor’s absence, must be able to perform Supervisor duties as requested by Management
• To achieve and maintain Step 5, Step 6, or Step 7, employee must meet and maintain all seven components of the Maintenance Division Compensation and Advancement Plan

• Work experience in snow removal operations, including plowing, salting, and hauling snow
• Work experience in street repair operations, including pothole patching, crack routing and median maintenance
• Work experience operating maintenance vehicles such as dump trucks, street sweepers, and commercial snow plows
• Experience in traffic pavement marking and signage work
• Knowledge of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Certified in C.P.R. and First Aid.
• Post-secondary education in a related field from an accredited college, university or technical school
• Specialized certifications (i.e. forklift operation, tree inspection, Public Works Certificate, or other applicable fields)
• Certification/graduation from community-based programs providing labor, maintenance, or construction skills training
• Ability to speak a second language, in addition to English that has a recognized presence in the community. (Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, Chinese Mandarin, Cambodian, etc.)

Supplemental Information

Benefits for regular, full-time employees of the City of Bloomington (with the exception of 24 hour firefighters and 24 hour fire fighter/paramedics) include the following:

• 10 days paid vacation per year
• 13 days paid personal leave per year
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee health and dental insurance
• Paid employee life insurance
• Paid employee disability insurance
• Employer/employee paid pension
• Deferred compensation
• Tuition assistance program
• Health club membership reimbursement
• Flexible spending account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Other optional benefits
• Great suburban location, on bus line
• Free employee parking

• (Union contracts may vary from the above list.)