Crew Member-Paving Patch Unit 2555

Crew Member-Paving Patch Unit 2555

Salary

$42,233.00 - $59,734.00 Annually

Location

401 Patton Avenue Greensboro, NC

Job Type

Active Full-Time

Job Number

05505

Department

Transportation

Opening Date

08/25/2026

Closing Date

9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Crew Member-Asphalt/Paving

Build Safer Streets. Strengthen Greensboro.

Turn your hands-on construction skills into a career that makes a visible difference.

Compensation and Benefits:

Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $41,600 - $43,922 Full Salary Range: $41,600 - $59,734

Benefits:

We offer an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.

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Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday (6:30a - 5:00p)

This is a 40-hour workweek with a 30-minute lunch. The schedule may change during holiday weeks or emergency operations and may require nights, weekends, holidays, or extended hours with little or no notice.

Employees will participate in the Citys snow and ice removal program and may be required to work 12-hour shifts during winter weather or other weather-related events. This position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions, around traffic and heavy equipment.

The City of Greensboro Transportation Department is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Crew Member - Asphalt/Paving to help maintain the streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, and infrastructure that keep our community moving.

If you have experience with asphalt, paving, construction, landscaping, or outdoor maintenance-and enjoy hands-on work-you can build valuable skills, earn your CDL, and grow your career with the City of Greensboro.

Build Roads. Build Skills. Build Your Future.

Every day, Greensboros streets support thousands of residents, businesses, visitors, and emergency responders. The work performed by our Transportation crews helps ensure those streets remain safe, accessible, and reliable.

As a Crew Member - Asphalt/Paving, youll perform hands-on street maintenance and construction activities alongside an experienced crew. Youll have the opportunity to develop expertise in asphalt and concrete work, operate commercial vehicles and equipment, and build the qualifications necessary to advance your career.

This is more than an outdoor labor position-its an opportunity to develop a skilled trade career in public service.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

Make an Impact You Can See

At the end of the workday, youll be able to see the results of your efforts-from repaired potholes and asphalt surfaces to improved streets and infrastructure.

Build Valuable Skills

Gain hands-on experience in asphalt paving, concrete work, equipment operation, street maintenance, and snow and ice operations.

Earn Your CDL

Employees who do not already possess the required CDL have the opportunity to obtain a Commercial Drivers Permit and work toward the required Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement.

Grow Your Career

Develop technical expertise, pursue professional development, and build the experience needed for future leadership opportunities.

Be Part of a Team

Work in a team-oriented environment where every crew member contributes to keeping Greensboro safe and moving.

About the Role:

The purpose of this position is to help maintain City and State streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, and stormwater infrastructure in a safe and effective manner.

Youll work primarily outdoors and may work around traffic, heavy equipment, construction activities, and changing weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform asphalt and street maintenance activities.
• Repair potholes and damaged pavement.
• Lay, shovel, rake, and lute asphalt.
• Pour and finish concrete.
• Perform general maintenance of streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, and related infrastructure.
• Operate single-axle and tandem-axle dump trucks.
• Operate job-specific construction and maintenance equipment.
• Drive trucks and operate equipment during snow and ice removal operations.
• Work safely in and around traffic and heavy equipment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Apply technical and safety training when completing assignments.
• Work effectively as part of a team while exercising appropriate independent judgment.
• Perform physically demanding activities, including standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, shoveling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Maintain reliable attendance.
• Maintain a reliable means of contact, such as a home or cellular telephone.

What Does Success Look Like?

Your First 90 Days

A successful new Crew Member will:

• Learn and consistently follow Transportation safety procedures.
• Become familiar with City streets, maintenance practices, equipment, and work processes.
• Demonstrate dependable attendance and a strong commitment to teamwork.
• Safely perform basic asphalt, paving, concrete, and street maintenance activities.
• Become comfortable working around traffic and heavy equipment.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Begin the process of obtaining the required Commercial Drivers Permit/CDL.
• Develop confidence operating assigned tools, vehicles, and equipment.

Your First Year

By the end of the first year, a successful employee will:

• Obtain and maintain the required Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement.
• Demonstrate proficiency in asphalt repair, paving, concrete, and general street maintenance.
• Safely operate assigned commercial vehicles and equipment.
• Successfully participate in snow and ice removal operations when needed.
• Demonstrate increasing independence and sound judgment in completing assignments.
• Continue developing technical and safety skills.
• Take advantage of professional development opportunities that support long-term career growth.
• Position themselves for future advancement within Transportation and the City.

Describe Your Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for someone who is:

• Dependable and committed to maintaining good attendance.
• Safety-minded when working around traffic, heavy equipment, and construction activities.
• Hands-on and comfortable performing physically demanding outdoor work.
• Team-oriented and willing to support fellow crew members.
• Adaptable and able to work in changing weather and emergency conditions.
• Willing to learn new equipment, techniques, and procedures.
• Career-minded and interested in developing technical and leadership skills.
• Accountable and able to follow through on assigned work.
• Ready to grow from hands-on experience into future career opportunities.

Previous experience in asphalt, paving, construction, landscaping, public works, or related outdoor work is highly valuable.

Potential Career Path:

• Crew Member - Asphalt/Paving

Build foundational skills in asphalt, paving, concrete, equipment operation, and street maintenance.

• Experienced Crew Member / Skilled Maintenance Role

Expand technical expertise and take on more complex maintenance assignments.

• Crew Leader

Lead daily crew activities, coordinate assignments, promote safety, and support quality work.

• Working Supervisor

Provide operational and employee leadership while overseeing field maintenance activities.

• Transportation Operations Leadership

Pursue higher-level supervisory and management opportunities within Transportation.

Your Career Can Go Further Than the First Job.

The City of Greensboro provides opportunities to build technical expertise, earn required credentials, participate in professional development, and prepare for future leadership roles.

This job is Non-Exempt and subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Qualifications

What You Bring:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED with outside construction work experience, such as asphalt/paving maintenance or landscaping;

"OR" No High School Diploma/GED with 1+ years of outside construction work experience, such as asphalt/paving maintenance or landscaping.

• Valid Drivers License.
• Must obtain a Commercial Drivers Permit within 30 days of employment.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Drivers License with Tanker Endorsement within 120 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating commercial vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers License.
• Tanker Endorsement.

Ready to Lead?

Ready to put your construction skills to work for Greensboro?

If youre ready to work outdoors, operate equipment, develop your asphalt and paving skills, earn your CDL, and build a career in public service, were ready for you.

Join the City of Greensboro Transportation Department and help build safer, stronger streets for the community we serve.

Apply today for Crew Member - Asphalt/Paving!

The City of Greensboro is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equitable opportunities for employees to grow, develop, and serve our community.

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What is your highest level of Education? Please select Not Applicable if you do not possess a high school diploma or GED. All Education/Degrees must also be reflected in the Education section of your employment application.

• Not Applicable
• Some High School Education
• High School Diploma / GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• Juris Doctorate

02

Please select the "class" category drivers license you possess.

• No Drivers License
• NCID (North Carolina Identification Card)
• Type C
• Type A CDL
• Type B CDL
• Out of state Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
• Out of state non/commercial Drivers License

03

How many years of relevant outside construction experience, such as asphalt/paving maintenance, landscaping, or related work, do you possess? Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 year experience; but less than 3 years experience
• 3 years experience; but less than 5 years experience
• 5 years experience; but less than 7 years experience
• 7 years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

04

"Clearly" describe (Company Name, Job Duties, etc.) your outside construction work experience, such as asphalt/paving maintenance or landscaping. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

05

Do you have experience operating commercial vehicles or heavy equipment? Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• Yes
• No

06

"Clearly" describe (Company Name, Job Duties, etc.) your experience operating commercial vehicles or heavy equipment. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

07

Do you have a Tanker Endorsement License?

• Yes
• No

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I understand that all Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials and Education must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application, "See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.

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Employer City of Greensboro

Address 300 West Washington Street

Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401

Website http://www.greensboro-nc.gov