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CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Maintenance Worker III – Streets
Department: Public Works
Division: Streets & Traffic Engineering
Supervisor: Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent of Streets & Traffic
Engineering
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Civil Service: Yes
Pay Grade: 11
Job Number: 1106
Job Summary
Under general direc�on, operates heavy equipment and serves as lead worker in construc�ng,
maintaining, and repairing streets.
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Builds and repairs bridge railings, wing walls and catch basins.
• Removes concrete from streets; replaces subbase and sets forms; pours and finishes
concrete.
• Relays hot asphalt to City streets for maintenance ac�vi�es; repairs asphalt streets;
constructs and repairs sidewalks.
• Operates heavy equipment including end loader, tractors, motor grader, rollers,
backhoe, excavator, and dump trucks.
• Maintains pavement markings including street markings, parking stalls, crosswalks,
school crossings and stop bars.
• Serves as crew leader on selected job assignments.
• Assists in removing snow, ice, and leaves from roadways.
• Assists in road oiling and chipping, cu�ng of trees and brush.
• Removes trees and brush from bridge piers, creek banks and along roadsides.
• Cleans and maintains equipment used in street repairs and construc�on.
• Assists in training, delega�ng, and monitoring the work ac�vi�es of employees involved
in street repairs, as assigned.
• Determines materials and staffing appropriate for assigned job and orders materials.
• Manages and adheres to work zone safety areas and rules.
• Performs on-call du�es.
• Designs and fabricates new equipment to accomplish tasks.
• Par�cipates in prepara�on for special events such as road races, parades, and block
par�es.
• Installs and fabricates street signs according to MUTCD Standards.
Updated: March 2024
• Enters and tracks data and informa�on into asset management system and reconciles
purchase card statements.
• Works with outside contractors on any City project like storm clean-up.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs other du�es as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related
experience; or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Experience in street maintenance, construction, or related.
• Sa�sfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver’s license instruc�on
permit upon first day in posi�on. Valid State of Iowa Class A commercial driver’s license
with air brake and tank endorsements within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug tes�ng
requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must
pass criminal background check. Must live within 25 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa
City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the posi�on.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruc�ons furnished in
writen, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized
situa�ons.
• Ability to effec�vely present informa�on in one-on-one and small group situa�ons to
customers and other employees of the organiza�on.
• Ability to perform basic mathema�cal calcula�ons and to calculate cubic yards and tons
to fill cement and asphalt voids.
• Ability to prepare writen work records.
• Ability to read and comprehend assignment sheets, route maps, work instruc�on and
equipment maintenance manuals, safety rules, opera�ng and maintenance instruc�ons,
and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read tape measure to cut lumber or figure area to order materials, ability to
calculate figures and amounts such as propor�ons, percentages, area, circumference,
and volume, and apply basic geometry.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
• Knowledge of street construc�on and maintenance procedures.
• Skill in the opera�on of light and heavy equipment including trucks, end loaders,
sanders, backhoe, jack hammers, snow removal equipment and various hand tools.
Updated: March 2024
Supervision
No supervision of direct reports.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the du�es of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally
required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee
must frequently li� and/or move up to 50 pounds and/or move up to 100 pounds with or
without assistance. Specific vision abili�es required by this job include close vision, distance
vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth percep�on and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving
mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic
chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee
is frequently exposed to outside weather condition, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen,
insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Involves
more than moderate exposure to dangerous situations. Involves more than moderate exposure
to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations.
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Reviewed/Approved by: Ron Knoche, Public Works Director (4/2024)
Updated: March 2024
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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