Job Details

Salary: $16.78 - $19.60 Hourly
Location : Victoria, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 23-00546
Department: Public Works, Water
Division: Streets and Drainage
OpeningDate: 10/08/2025

JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the Streets Maintenance Worker performs manual labor and basic operational tasks related to the construction, repair, and maintenance of City streets, curbs, sidewalks, and drainage systems. The position ensures the City's roadways and infrastructure remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Street and Infrastructure Maintenance
• Assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of City streets, curbs, sidewalks, and storm sewer
systems.
• Perform patching, sealing, grading, and concrete work as assigned.
• Set up traffic control and safety signage to ensure work zone safety.

Equipment and Tool Operation
• Operate and maintain hand tools and pneumatic equipment, including jackhammers, tampers, saws,
cement mixers, compressors, and sewer jetting machines.
• Complete required inspection forms for equipment and maintain records of work performed.

Safety and Compliance
• Perform all duties in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner with City and department safety rules,
policies, and procedures.
• Read, understand, and follow safety manuals, operating instructions, and chemical labels.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

Communication and Teamwork
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and the public.
• Maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and other departments.
• Follow directions and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Attendance and Reliability
• Maintain regular attendance and arrive on time for assigned shifts.
• Be available for emergency call-outs and respond to urgent maintenance needs as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
• Work is performed primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold,
rain, and wind.
• Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, odors, noise, water, and mud is routine.
• May encounter chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards, and traffic-related risks.
• Requires standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting or carrying materials up to 100 pounds.
• Work may involve confined spaces and uneven terrain.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License required.

Knowledge of:
• Work zone safety practices, traffic control, and job site setup.
• Street, sidewalk, and storm sewer maintenance procedures.
• Operation and care of light and heavy construction equipment.

Skill in:
• Operating a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Following written and verbal instructions.
• Maintaining clear and accurate records.
• Establishing effective working relationships.
The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

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01

Are you 18 or older?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions including extreme heat or cold?

• Yes
• No

05

What would you do if you noticed a coworker not following safety procedures?

• Report the incident to a supervisor immediately.
• Ignore it unless it becomes a serious issue.
• Confront the coworker directly.

06

How do you demonstrate professionalism on the job?

• By completing tasks safely and efficiently and treating others respectfully.
• By doing my work without interacting with others.
• By focusing only on my assigned duties, regardless of safety or teamwork.

07

Can you routinely lift items weighing up to 100 pounds and perform physical tasks?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have streets maintenance experience?

• Yes, 3-5 years.
• Yes, 1-2 years.
• No experience

09

How knowledgeable are you on work safety as it pertains to streets?

• Very, I regularly apply them in practice.
• Somewhat, but there are areas I could improve or learn more about.
• Limited, I have not had much exposure to them in-depth.

10

Are you familiar with how to safely operate tools and equipment for streets maintenance?

• Yes
• No

11

Can you operate equipment such as tampers, jackhammers, pneumatic tools, and storm sewer jetting machine?

• Yes, I can operate most of these and regularly use.
• I can operate some of these but may need training on others.
• I have not worked with any of these tools.

12

How skilled are you in reading and comprehending instruction manuals or chemical labels?

• Highly, I have extensive experience and do this on a regular basis.
• Moderately, I have some experience, though I may need help with more complex calculations.
• Limited, I have basic experience and may require significant supervision or training.

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