City of Midland
Maintenance Specialist I - Transportation
City of Midland, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
The City of Midland is seeking a dependable and motivated Street Maintenance Worker to help maintain and improve our streets, alleys, and drainage systems. In this role, you’ll perform hands‑on tasks such as patching potholes, sealing cracks, cleaning inlets, maintaining flow lines, and installing storm sewer pipes. Your work will make a visible difference in the daily lives of Midland residents.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a team. Experience is not required—we offer on‑the‑job training to help you succeed.
You’ll work a full‑time schedule Monday through Thursday with 10‑hour shifts, and occasional overtime may be required. The City offers excellent benefits and opportunities for career growth.
To qualify, you’ll need a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas Class C driver’s license, and a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities
Performs routine maintenance and/or construction on streets, alleys, right of way, drainage channels, etc.
Patch streets and alleys with hot mix or cold mix asphalt Crack seal Clean inlets Maintain flow lines in channels Pick up litter in basins and channels Mow and trim weeds in basins and channels Set storm sewer pipe for drainage improvement projects Assist in storm water pump maintenance
Performs daily preventative maintenance of motorized equipment or hand tools. Attend safety meetings monthly Maintains tools and equipment in good and safe operating condition. Keeps jobsite and vehicles/equipment neat and in order. Performs any related duties needed to complete projects. Performs pre‑trip/post‑trip vehicle/equipment inspections. Maintains records of work performed such as work schedules, status reports and records of work orders. Assists with the proper set up of work zone traffic control. Fulfill on‑call duties as required and outlined on Transportation’s on‑call roster. Assists with the maintenance of Transportation’s building and grounds. Assists other City divisions and departments as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Education & Work Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent No experience necessary Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of, experience or training in construction and maintenance of streets and underground drainage systems Knowledge of safety practices and hazards standard to work area Skill to operate various light equipment and machinery Ability to understand and implement verbal and written instructions Ability to perform physical labor Ability to comprehend written and oral work assignments and perform work as assigned Licenses & Certifications
Valid Class C Texas driver's license Competencies
Adaptability/Flexibility Communication Customer Service Dependability Personal Organization Productivity Teamwork Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand and drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while performing maintenance duties and be exposed to potentially hazardous equipment and traffic. Employee will be exposed to work zones consisting of high‑volume vehicular traffic. Employee must be able to lift working materials. Schedule
Monday through Thursday, 10‑Hour workday; Overtime may be required as needed.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Performs routine maintenance and/or construction on streets, alleys, right of way, drainage channels, etc.
Patch streets and alleys with hot mix or cold mix asphalt Crack seal Clean inlets Maintain flow lines in channels Pick up litter in basins and channels Mow and trim weeds in basins and channels Set storm sewer pipe for drainage improvement projects Assist in storm water pump maintenance
Performs daily preventative maintenance of motorized equipment or hand tools. Attend safety meetings monthly Maintains tools and equipment in good and safe operating condition. Keeps jobsite and vehicles/equipment neat and in order. Performs any related duties needed to complete projects. Performs pre‑trip/post‑trip vehicle/equipment inspections. Maintains records of work performed such as work schedules, status reports and records of work orders. Assists with the proper set up of work zone traffic control. Fulfill on‑call duties as required and outlined on Transportation’s on‑call roster. Assists with the maintenance of Transportation’s building and grounds. Assists other City divisions and departments as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Education & Work Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent No experience necessary Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of, experience or training in construction and maintenance of streets and underground drainage systems Knowledge of safety practices and hazards standard to work area Skill to operate various light equipment and machinery Ability to understand and implement verbal and written instructions Ability to perform physical labor Ability to comprehend written and oral work assignments and perform work as assigned Licenses & Certifications
Valid Class C Texas driver's license Competencies
Adaptability/Flexibility Communication Customer Service Dependability Personal Organization Productivity Teamwork Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand and drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures while performing maintenance duties and be exposed to potentially hazardous equipment and traffic. Employee will be exposed to work zones consisting of high‑volume vehicular traffic. Employee must be able to lift working materials. Schedule
Monday through Thursday, 10‑Hour workday; Overtime may be required as needed.
#J-18808-Ljbffr