Blueprints, CDL Driver's License, Class C License, Communication Skills, Construction, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 100 Pounds, Material Moving, Physical Demands, Public Works, Record Keeping, Software Patches, Staff Requirements, Wheel/Front-End Loader
Construction & Maintenance Leader (Paved Streets)
Salary
$46,966.40 Annually
Location
Lubbock Street Department, 502 N. I-27 Lubbock, TX
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
C728-4531
Department
Public Works - Streets
Division
4531 - Paved Streets
Opening Date
05/16/2026
Closing Date
6/12/2026 5:00 PM Central
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Summary
Supervises and assists in the work of a small crew in the construction and maintenance of a wide variety of public works projects or jobs.
Essential Functions
- Supervise a small work crew; assist construction and maintenance foreman in planning work to be done; maintain time cards;
- Estimate materials, manpower, and equipment needs for various projects;
- Assist work crews in street maintenance work including sealing cracks, patching holes, repairing paving cuts, and operating salt spreaders during icy weather;
- Maintain equipment, and insure that proper tools are brought to each job;
- Operate trucks, street sweepers, front end loaders, crackseal machines, or distributor; assist in the setting up of traffic control devices or baricades;
- Assist in employee selection, evaluation, and disciplinary activities;
- Perform related duties as directed.
Qualifications
Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three years of experience in public works construction and maintenance; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:
Physical exam required
Valid current Commercial Drivers License
Pipeline Maintenance - Able to obtain Class C Water license and Wastewater II distribution license issued by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within 3 years of hire.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Methods and techniques of public works construction and maintenance;
- Proper safety practices.
Ability to:
- Supervise others;
- Estimate material, manpower, and equipment needs for various projects;
- Follow oral and written instructions;
- Keep simple records;
- Read and understand maps and blueprints;
- Communicate effectively with others;
- Perform construction and maintenance activities related to public works
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds
- Occasionally climb ladders, stairs, and other inclined surfaces
- Frequently walk and stand during the shift.
- Occasionally bend and kneel during the shift.
- Frequently push and pull objects.
- Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
- Rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
- Reach above, at, or below shoulder height.
- Frequently coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.
The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click here.
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Do you have a high school diploma or the equivalent?
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Do you have three years of experience in public works construction and maintenance?
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Do you have a Valid current Commercial Drivers License?
Required Question
Employer City of Lubbock
Address 1314 Avenue K
Lubbock, Texas, 79401
Phone 806-775-2303
Website http://www.mylubbock.us