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Mississippi Department of Employment Security

Street Operator I

Mississippi Department of Employment Security, Oxford, Mississippi, United States, 38655

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Street Operator I

– Mississippi Department of Employment Security

Knowledge

Concrete construction

Street and storm drain construction layout

Asphalt properties and application techniques

Concrete staking and construction

General knowledge of M.U.T.C.D.

General knowledge of construction layout

Knowledge of uniform traffic control devices

Proper grammar and proper use of English in speaking and writing

OSHA standards and regulations concerning employee safety

Federal and state statutes concerning the work of the department

Mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, division, multiplication

General functions and operations of municipal government

Skills And Abilities

Ability to accurately interpret construction blueprints

Operate backhoe, bulldozer, motor grader, track hoe, dump truck, steel wheel roller, air hammers, plus concrete mixer

Ability to set road grades and storm sewer grades

Interpret construction plans and stake construction using a level and transit

Operate a striping machine

Work as a team member with other employees

Make decisions within specified time restraints

Communicate effectively with residents, elected officials, other City employees, contractors, etc., both orally and written

Maintain confidentiality

Work autonomously when necessary

Handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions

Deal with others in a professional manner

Maintain professional composure in heated situations

Follow departmental and City procedures

Special Requirements

Must have, or obtain within one year, a valid Class B Commercial driver’s license

High school diploma or equivalent required

Additional training in heavy equipment operation strongly recommended

At least three years of experience in street and storm drain construction required

Tools and Equipment Used

Hand tools such as asphalt rakes, shovels, etc.

Heavy equipment such as motor grader, dozer, trucks, rollers, backhoes, etc.

Physical Demands Physical work includes walking, standing, lifting, stãanding and shoveling. Regular outdoor work in all weather conditions. Exposure to paints, asphalt, concrete, and hazardous materials.

Work Environment Regular hours year‑round with occasional overtime and night work when needed. No shift work. 100% outdoors. The operator is occasionally on call and responsible for safety and legal issues related to the work.

Selection Guidelines Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and background investigation; and job‑related tests may be required.

Essential Functions

Maintain city streets

Repair potholes

Repair streets

Paint and stripe all city streets

Install and maintain storm drains>

Clean ditches and storm drains

Build concrete inlets and tops

Construction staking

Construct curbs and gutters

Construct sidewalks

Maintain street signs

Replace street signs

Repair and replace signs as needed

Install street markers

Assist other agencies as needed

Perform other duties as directed

You may be assigned to other city departments to perform various tasks on an as needed basis.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing — Government Administration

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