Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Opportunity

STREETS MAINTENANCE WORKER

LEVEL I, II, OR III

OPENING DATE: 08/12/2026

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

*Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled at any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

SALARY: Level I – Level III - $20.37 - $34.84  hourly (based on education and experience)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Riverton City is seeking a full-time position as a Streets Maintenance Worker - Level I, II, or III in the Public Works Department, Streets Division. This position performs a variety of skilled work related to asphalt and concrete work, snow plowing, vehicle maintenance, etc.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

(These examples are not all-inclusive)

• Work as a member of a field maintenance crew
• Operates specialized heavy equipment, such as single & tandem-axle dump trucks, road graders, front-end loaders, backhoes, bucket trucks, street sweepers, snowplows, and sanders
• Assists with the dig-out and replacement of damaged sections of roads
• Performs tear-out and replacement of curb and gutter
• Participates in various seasonal projects such as snow plowing or City events, activities, and promotions.
• May transport material and equipment.
• Installs, replaces, and maintains street signs
• Performs road striping and all other types of road maintenance
• Cleans storm drains, repairs, and replaces damaged pipes (Level I & II), welds bars on grates (Level II)
• Performs minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment
• Participates in worksite safety procedures; sets up barricades, safety signs, and signals; may perform flagging duties to ensure work zone safety
• Participates in on-call rotation, responding to after-hour calls.
• Any other assigned responsibilities that would be required to maintain effective operations of the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years' experience in light construction work, including cement finishing, preferred for level I.
• 3+ years' experience in light construction work, including cement finishing, required for level II.
• 5+ years' experience in light construction work, including cement finishing required for level III.
• 1+ years' experience operating light to heavy equipment preferred for level I.
• 3+ years' experience operating light to heavy equipment required for level II.
• 5+ years' experience operating light to heavy equipment required for level III.
• ATSSA flagger and traffic control tech certifications are required for levels II & III.
• LTAP training is required for levels II & III.
• Confined space training is required for levels II & III.
• Must have Road Scholar and Road Master programs completed for level III.

Special Qualifications:

• Must have a Utah Commercial Driver License A with tanker endorsement for levels II and III, or obtain it within 6 months of hire for level I.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass a background check.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to remain calm and professional in difficult situations.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Ability to prioritize work based on department and production objectives.
• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Ability and willingness to work outside in various environmental exposures.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays when needed; the schedule may vary on a weekly basis.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with a variety of different people at various levels.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen, a background check, a review of their Utah driving record, pass a Human Performance Evaluation (HPE) able to lift 50 lbs., and provide employment verification with Form I-9. This position has a six-month probation period.

TAKE NOTE:

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Riverton City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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