Public Works Technician
Description of Work: Position will function as Public Works Technician under direct supervision of the Public Works Supervisor and Public Works Crew Leader and will be expected to exhibit skill in the safe use and care of assigned equipment including hand & power tools in the performance of various grounds, storm water, and street maintenance tasks.
Essential Duties, Skills, and Demands of the Position: The following duties are those considered most essential to the position. This does not preclude the delegation of other tasks considered as necessary by a supervisor to successfully complete an assignment or project.
- Perform shoulder and ditching work along public right of ways.
- Assists with various asphalt and concrete maintenance and patching.
- Performs general stormwater drainage maintenance.
- Performs grounds’ maintenance duties including mowing grass, trimming shrubs and trees.
- Assists with horticultural practices such as fertilizing, planting, spreading seed and lime, and watering.
- Assists with the fabrication and installation of street name markers and roadway signs.
- Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.
General knowledge of the use of common hand and specialized power tools; some knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of equipment used in grounds and street maintenance; skill in the use of equipment to which assigned; ability to perform labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Must be available for emergency call-back.
Special Requirements
High school diploma or GED with and minimal experience in grounds and street maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
To Apply:
Applications will be accepted by mail at PO Box 664, Huntersville, NC, 28070 or e-mailed to Ginger Hersom, Administrative Support Assistant, at ghersom@huntersville.org.