Public Works Technician III - Channel Maintenance

Overview

The Public Works Technician III - Channel Maintenance are responsible for the preventative maintenance of the Storm Water infrastructure and drainage system operations.

Responsibilities

• Obey all traffic laws while operating fleet vehicle and equipment from one location to another

• Ability to operate on even or uneven terrain such as streets and earthen rights-of-way

• Perform daily pre/post trip inspections on all types of equipment and vehicles

• Maintain all light/ heavy equipment

• Keep up with vehicle/ equipment services when due

• Follow the Traffic control standards as per the Texas MUTCD Work Zone Control Guide

• Direct traffic control at jobsite by Flagging, cones, barrel and barricades

• Know how to set up message boards, water barrier, Type I, II, II Barricade

• Repair and maintain drainage right-of-way

• Perform storm water main, line, and service pipe installations

• Grading and excavating of earthen ditches, cleaning concrete lined ditches, transportation of rubble and debris from ditches

• Operate Gradall, Skid Steer, front loader, and/ or other vehicles

• Perform various routine, semi-skilled construction and maintenance as needed

• Respond to after hours and weekend emergencies and work under emergency responses during and/ or after any other City emergency event. Examples: Hurricanes, tropical storms, ice storms or any other city emergency. All employees will work on-call duty rotation schedule and must be able to work different rotation shifts under emergency responses

• Able to lead a team if needed

• Keep materials stock in vehicle assignment, must communicate when supply/ material are low

• Able to lead Public Works Technician I and IIs

• Able to communicate professionally with internal and external customers

• Ensure proper communication with Foreman, Work Coordinator, Planner/ Scheduler, and Assistant Director

• Complete daily reports and work orders legibly

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non - Exempt - Full-Time

• Non-rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm; 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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/ GED

• Four (4) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required Certifications within six (6) months of hire

• Traffic Control & Flagging

• Trenching and Shoring

• Confine Space

Required within one (1) year of hire

• City Leadership Program

Preferred

• Texas Commercial Driver's License - A with Air Brake Endorsement

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

• Clearinghouse Query: Yes (If candidate have a Class A CDL)

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. 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: February 5, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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