Street Operations Technician I Right-of-Way

Description

Make a lasting impact on the community by helping maintain the streets, sidewalks, and public spaces that residents and visitors rely on every day!

The City of Flagstaff's Public Works Division is seeking a Streets Operations Technician I: Right-of-Way professional to join a dedicated team committed to keeping the community safe, accessible, and attractive. The Right-of-Way Crew plays a vital role in maintaining public streets, sidewalks, medians, and transportation corridors through a variety of skilled maintenance and improvement activities. Through teamwork, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to public service, crew members help preserve the City's investment in its transportation network while ensuring public spaces remain functional, visually appealing, and safe for all who live, work, and travel in Flagstaff. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on outdoor work, operating equipment, solving problems, and contributing directly to the quality of life in the community. If you qualify for the position, apply today!

This position is open until filled.

Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis, with the first review of applications occurring on September 4, 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early for first consideration.

Examples of the Work Performed

• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
• Proficiently performs a variety of construction, maintenance and repair work involving city streets, easements, rights-of-way, curb & gutter, sidewalks & drainage. Safely operates streets equipment (6/10-wheel truck, cinder and plow units, front end loader, and heavy-duty equipment)
• Safely and efficiently operates more advanced equipment including combination tractor-trailer, transport, motor grader, asphalt paving equipment, water truck and/or advanced striping machinery, and other right of way maintenance tools and equipment
• Actively aids and supports a training program aimed at promoting acquired skills to other employees
• Works independently and provides verbal and written instructions to others
• Reads, implements, and completes work orders
• Maintains and tracks monthly reports, reviews engineering plans and performs construction walk-throughs
• Sets up safe traffic control work zones and applies proficient knowledge of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) typical work zone applications
• Applies and enforces proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety in work area
• Tracks work performed to help establish and meet performance standards
• Enters data into worksheets and asset management software for tracking performance and standards
• Prepares monthly reports and tracks expenditures for developing and meeting performance standards
• Reviews and implements engineering plans related to Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) specifications and City of Flagstaff engineering standards
• Provides input and participates in budget and planning processes
• Maintains city street sign and markings inventory, orders, receives, and stocks materials accordingly
• Operates a forklift and transport supply truck as needed
• Forms, places, and finishes concrete products; primarily curb/gutter and sidewalk panel
• Participates in snow operations and other Streets section activities as assigned
• Applies vegetation management best practices and follows all safety precautions
• Responsible for initiation and follow-up of blue stake measures
• Provides training to others in a leadership role and provides mentorship to others in the Streets section
• Works independently regarding, and training others, on fabrication, installation, repair, and maintenance of traffic signs and markings (stop signs, one-way signs, directional signs, street name signs, delineators, markers, symbols, etc.)
• Assists supervisor in recommending and adjusting job instructions to adapt to terrain/materials; determines needs and schedules equipment for major maintenance; counsels and advises staff in Streets section work
• Assists direct supervisor in supervising day-to-day work activities for labor/equipment/materials
• Tracks work performed and train others to track work performed to help establish and meet performance standards
• Assists with Cartegraph performance system for assigned section as needed including oversight of computer entry and work report uploads
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

In addition to the job functions above, when assigned to Right-of-Way:

• Mows and/or mitigates medians, parkways, shoulders, and other right-of-way areas to maintain visibility and general appearance
• Trims trees and shrubs to maintain required clearance for equipment, vehicles, pedestrians, signs, traffic signals, and streetlights
• Removes or trims vegetation that obstructs driver visibility at intersections, crosswalks, curves, and driveways
• Clears vegetation from around traffic signs, signals, guardrails, and delineators to ensure visibility and functionality
• Performs mechanical, cultural, or approved herbicide-based weed control to reduce invasive or nuisance vegetation
• Identifies dead, diseased, damaged, or structurally compromised trees that could pose a risk to the public or infrastructure
• Removes overgrown brush, fallen limbs, and vegetative debris from rights-of-way to improve safety and accessibility
• Identifies, monitors, and controls invasive plant species that threaten native vegetation, infrastructure, or maintenance operations
• Removes or trims vegetation encroaching onto sidewalks, shared-use paths, ADA ramps, and pedestrian corridors to maintain safe and accessible travel
• Uses hand or small equipment shoveling of snow in right-of-way areas
• Provides support of special event related to right-of-way maintenance needs for area appearance
  
  

To review the full job description, please click on the following link: Streets Operations Technician I Right of Way Job Description

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma
• One (1) year of experience as a laborer in semi-skilled crafts involved in construction, building, or landscaping trades
• One (1) year of equipment operation experience
• Valid driver's license
  
  

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Valid Arizona Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Traffic control training or certifications
• Experience operating a dump truck, snowplow, loader and heavy-duty truck, or other right of way maintenance tools and equipment
• American Backflow Prevention Testing & Repairs, Certified Arborist, Certified Tree Worker, Aerial Lift Specialist, Master Gardener, and Structural Pest Control License in Right of Ways and Weeds certifications (Right of Way assignment)
• Working knowledge of irrigation systems and associated repairs (Right of Way assignment)
  
  

Other Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must possess, or obtain within six (6) months, a valid Arizona Class B CDL
• Maintains effective working relationships with internal and external customers and co-workers
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity
• Street maintenance operations often require alternating work schedules, the operator must be flexible to accommodate these work schedules
• Actively participates in snow operations and other streets related duties as assigned
• Must be able to operate and maintain various grounds related equipment, power tools, and small engines (mowers, line trimmers, blowers, snow blowers, chainsaw, etc.)
• All Emergency Service Employees shall maintain their principal residence within the state boundaries of Arizona. All Emergency Service Employees, except those holding a position in Fire, will arrive at the assigned or emergency work location within one (1) hour from notification to report to duty
• Incumbents of this position are subject to pre-employment drug screening, and post-employment random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug/alcohol screening
• Must have the ability to be contacted and to respond in a timely manner and be willing and able to perform emergency work on an evening, weekend, and twelve (12) hour shift basis
  
  

Supplemental Information

CURRENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you’ll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community.

Our Total Compensation Package Includes Best-in-class Benefits And An Annual Salary Of $40,518.40 - $50,648.00, Based On The Candidate's Qualifications And Experience. Plus:

• Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
• Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a mandatory contribution rate of 12%
• 457 Deferred Compensation Options
• Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
• Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
• 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
• First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
• Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
• Tobacco Cessation Program
• Employer Assistance Program
• Recognition including Workiversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
• Employee Discounts: Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers
  
  

Please note that Compensation and Benefits are subject to change based on future policy change, budgetary impact, and Council changes.

The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work!

The City belongs to Northern Arizona Public Employees Benefit Trust (NAPEBT), a consortium formed to combine resources and leverage buying power in order to provide comprehensive and cost-effective benefits to employees. NAPEBT currently includes the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Coconino Community College, Flagstaff Unified School District, Mountain Line, Kachina Village Improvement District, and the Coconino County Accommodation School. NAPEBT continually works to ensure a better benefits package than any of the employers could offer individually, which keeps benefits costs down for employees.

INSURANCE

Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability options.

RETIREMENT

Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), or the Elected Officials Retirement Plan (EORP) based on eligibility requirements.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Employees may make pre– or post-tax contributions to a 457 Retirement Plan through Voya, Nationwide, or Mission Square account via Payroll Deduction.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare benefits, Arizona State or Public Safety Retirement, annual vacation, 13 paid holidays, paid Parental Leave, an offsite health clinic, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program and incentives, First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance Program, and so much more. The City of Flagstaff is a Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer. To view comprehensive benefits information, click here

01

Do you have a high school degree, GED, or a higher degree?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience as a laborer in semi-skilled crafts involved in construction, building, or landscaping trades?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have at least one (1) year of equipment operation experience?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

How many years of experience do you have performing street, roadway, drainage, curb/gutter, sidewalk, or right-of-way maintenance?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five years or more
  
  

06

How many years of experience do you have operating heavy equipment such as loaders, graders, dump trucks, snowplows, paving equipment, or similar equipment?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five years or more
  
  

07

How many years of experience do you have setting up traffic control work zones and applying MUTCD requirements?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five years or more
  
  

08

How many years of experience do you have providing work direction, training, mentoring, or lead-worker responsibilities?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five or more years
  
  

09

How many years of experience do you have performing right-of-way vegetation management, snow operations, sign/marking maintenance, or related activities?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five or more years
  
  

10

This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. This position is budgeted for the following hourly range: $19.48 - $24.35. Are you okay with that pay range?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question