Public Works Operator I

Job Description

Overview

The Public Works Operator I's are responsible for the safe transportation of various materials from suppliers and material yards to various job sites. Most specifically has the ability to utilize our live bottom trailers to haul hotmix on to job sites while navigating in narrow spaces and the ability to reverse for long distances.

Responsibilities

• Operates at a high efficient level various street construction/Maintenance equipment to not limited to but including trucks, rollers, compactors, street brooms, grad-all, motor grader, planers, reclaimers, asphalt, skid steer, and various other street maintenance equipment in the process of repairing and maintaining streets
• Understands how to use the equipment to achieve the desired results based off plans and specifications
• Conducts equipment pre-start inspections on all equipment prior to operating and perform minor repairs and or maintenance as needed to assigned equipment
• Completes daily reports and paperwork as needed.
• Perform labor activities not limited to but including loading and unloading tools and materials
• Shoveling, sweeping, raking, smoothing, and tamping various materials in different stages of construction
• Uses air compressor tools such as jackhammers and compactors
• Sprays oils from distributors and other equipment as needed
• Develops or assists in development of traffic control plan for each job including responsible for implementing basic Traffic Control Procedures
• Setting up and removing devices at job sites
• Loading and unloading of materials
• Conduct flagging for traffic control
• Cleaning job site and devices
• Ground keeping around street maintenance yard: mow grass and use weed eater around obstacles
• Sweep curb and gutters, remove trash, and dispose of properly
• Will operate power equipment and hand tools to complete job tasks
• Maintain safe keeping of materials and supplies in storage area
• Operate a truck and trailer or other material moving vehicles to transport asphalt, base, millings, excavation and other road construction material and waste to and from various locations
• Must be able to reverse and transverse through tight locations and out damaging the work and/or private properly
• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non - Exempt - Full-Time - Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
• Must be available to work additional hours as needed
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Two (2) years of relevant experience

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements

Required

• A valid Texas Commercial Driver License Class A with air brake endorsement is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring
• Proof of Automobile Liability Insurance

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes
• Clearing House Query: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: September 4, 2026