Street Maintenance Technician
Job Description:
The Town of Woodstock is seeking an energetic and hard-working individual to join the Public Works Department as a street maintenance technician. This position performs intermediate, semiskilled work maintaining Town streets, grounds, rights-of-way, buildings, and related work as apparent or assigned. The work is performed under the general direction of the streets crew leader.
The Town is seeking a candidate who has some knowledge of the materials, methods and practices essential to the maintenance and repair of streets, storm drainage, sidewalks, and related infrastructure; some knowledge of street signage and marking; some knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; some knowledge of safe driving practices and occupational hazards of the work; some knowledge of tree care, grounds maintenance, pesticides, and other landscaping functions; skill in operating construction and maintenance equipment; the ability to understand oral and written instructions; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
A high school diploma or GED and minimal experience in street and ground maintenance and repair, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A valid Virginia driver’s license and a good driving record is required. The selected candidate will be required to obtain a Virginia Class B commercial driver’s license within six months of employment.
The position is at-will, full-time, with some night, weekend, and holiday commitments. The pay range is $13.30/hour – $20.62/hour and is classified as an FLSA non-exempt position. Anticipated hiring range is $13.30/hour – $15.73/hour. The Town offers an excellent benefits package in addition to on-the-job training. The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screening and background check. The position packet is available at the Town of Woodstock Municipal Office, 135 North Main Street, Woodstock VA 22664 or www.townofwoodstockva.gov/jobs. The position is open until filled, and first review of applications begins is anticipated for Monday, Feb. 13, 2023.
