Public Works Technician II - Vegetation

Overview

The Public Works Technician II - Vegetation operates and drives sweeper trucks. This position is essential due to the importance of keeping the City's curb and gutters clean and flowing, along with our M discharge permit.

Responsibilities

• Obeys all traffic laws while operating fleet vehicles and equipment, including a motorized street sweeper, from one location to another

• Follows all City policies and must be able to operate on even or uneven terrain such as streets and earthen rights-of-way

• Performs daily pre/post-trip Inspections on all types of equipment and vehicles, always keeping a professional mind set

• Leads a team and keeps materials stocked in vehicles assigned,

• Communicates when supplies/materials are low

• Works in high traffic areas and can evaluate safe work conditions

• Leads Public Works Tech Is and is proficient in discission making

• Cleans trash and debris to maintain the streets and curb

• Conducts street sweeping to improve the appearance of roads, provide road safety, reduce flooding associated with clogging of storm water systems, reduce water pollution and enhance water quality

• Sweeps streets to decrease Wildlife exposure to potentially hazardous materials

• Responds to after-hours and weekend emergencies

• Works On-Call Duty rotation schedule and must be able to work different rotation shifts under emergency responses

• Communicates with Internal or external customers and stays professional under any condition

• Ensures proper communication with the foreman, work coordinator, planner/scheduler, and assistant director

• Completes legible daily reports and work orders

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time

• Rotating 40-hour work week, 24-hour shifts, 7 days a week

• 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 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 hiring

Required within six (6) months of hire

• Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License

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

• FBI Background Check: No

• Police Background Check: No

• Clearing House Query (CDL): No

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: February 18, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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