Public Works Technician I - Concrete

Overview

The Public Works Technician I-Concrete is responsible for performing skilled work in carpentry and maintenance of City streets, with curbs and gutters, sidewalks, repair or reset concrete drainage infrastructure, maintenance and repair with bridge guardrail, and crash cushion. This role operates various street maintenance light equipment in effort to meet the yearly goal of street maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Obeying all traffic laws while operating fleet vehicle and equipment from one location to another.
• Performing daily Pre/Post-trip inspections on all types of equipment and vehicles.
• Follow the Traffic control standards as per the Texas MUTCD Work Zone Traffic Control Guide. Direct traffic control at jobsite by Flagging, cones, barrel and barricades.
• Know how to setup message boards, water barrier, Type I, II, II Barricade during normal & emergency operations.
• Work closely with Public Works Tech's II and Ill by assisting with concrete work such as sidewalks, driveways, foundation, curbs, retaining walls, wheelchair ramps, pouring concrete, excavating, preps for concrete forms, spread and install materials needed for foundation.
• Respond to after-hours and weekends emergencies. Must work under emergency responses during and or after any city emergency event. Example: Hurricanes, tropical storms, ice storms or any other city emergency.
• All employees will work on an On-Call Duty rotation schedule and must be able to work different rotation shifts under emergency responses.
• Perform with a professional mind set. Must be able to lead a team, if needed.
• Keep materials stock in vehicles assignment, must communicate when supply/material is low.
• Able to Work in high traffic areas, confined spaces and/or elevated conditions. Must be able to evaluate safe work conditions.
• Must be able to communicate with internal or external customers.
• When given a request, ensure proper communication with managers.
• Complete daily reports and work orders. All report and work orders must be legible.
• Performs other related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• No prior experience required.

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

• Certification in Traffic Control & Flagging
• Certification in Confine Space
• Certification in Trenching and Shoring

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes or No
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes or No
• Drug Screening: Yes or No
• Physical Exam: Yes or 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: March 2, 2026

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• City of Corpus Christi

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