Public Works Technician II - Vegetation

Job Description

Overview

The Public Works Technician II - Vegetation objective is to maintain and mow the City's right-of-way and drainage ditches. The function of this position is to operate various types of machinery such as: Trucks, Slope Mowers, Batwings Mowing Tractors, Flats Mowing Tractors, Zero Turns Mowers, operating weed-eaters, and chain saws. The technician will use brooms, shovels, picks, lopping shears, rakes, and pole saws to ensure tasks are completed

Responsibilities

• Mows City Drainage Rights-of-way and obey all local and State traffic laws, following all City Policies

• Performs daily vehicle inspections which consist of checking fluids, tires, wipers, lights, lock nuts on blades, safety equipment, etc.

• Picks up all trash along the street and ditch right-of-way prior to mowing operations

• Uses mechanical grabbers and puts in trash bags, when truck is full, takes to dump

• Fills in all blanks on forms with requested information such as Daily vehicle inspection forms, Daily Mowing Logs, Work Order Forms, Employee statements, and leave request forms

• Follows the TxDot traffic control standards as per the TEEX Work Zone Traffic Control Guide

• Provides entry-level assistance to mowing crews by general understanding of OSHA regulations and safety issues, basic knowledge of hazards of construction trades, ability to use M.S.D.S. sheets

• Understands movement around mowing zones with knowledge of the areas

• Works with hand and power tools, operates tools and equipment to maintain the R.O. W. and drainage system

• Operates motorized equipment and weed eats around poles, signs, guardrails, inlets, electrical boxes, cable towers, and along fences where needed

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time

• Non - Rotating 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday 6:30am - 3:30pm

• 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

• Two (2) years of experience

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

Employment Testing

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

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

• FBI Background Check: No

• Police Background Check: No

• Clearing House Query (CDL): 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: September 4, 2026