Streets & Drainage Lead Operator

Salary: $53,040.00 Annually

Location : The Colony, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202200192

Department: Streets & Drainage

Opening Date: 06/18/2025

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Streets & Drainage Manager, provides inspections and repairs to various streets, alleys, and/or sidewalks. Provide citizens with the best customer service possible, demonstrating concern for each request for service or assistance. The Lead Operator for is responsible for emphasizing the importance of customer service and efficient utilization of Department resources to insure production goals are achieved.

Examples of Duties

• Performs maintenance and repairs with concrete to various streets, alleys, and sidewalks.

• Performs work with various power tools, saw cutters, and hand tools using proper safety equipment.

• Prepares site for concrete, sealant or asphalt, which may include strenuous physical activities.

• Ability to work well with the public and with co-workers at all times.

• Communicate effectively and courteously with the public and other City employees in person, by radio, in writing, and by telephone.

• Ability to follow the chain of command, receptive to instruction and supervision. Adapts to changing procedures and special assignments.

• Ability to set up secure work zones using cones and barricades to ensure public safety at all times.• Completes tasks within time constraints using proper equipment and safety gear. Performs safety inspections on all equipment used on each job site to ensure a safe work zone.

• This position is subject to callouts during emergencies and must respond when contacted. May be placed on stand-by status if emergency conditions are anticipated.

• Routinely lifts and carries up to 50 pounds, occasionally lifts or moves up to 100 pounds. Works with various hand tools, power tools, and concrete equipment. Climbs, lifts, squats, and bends for extended periods of time. Works outdoors in extreme heat or cold temperature swings and during inclement weather; exposed to dust, fumes, and loud noises.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Good customer service skills. Ability to work well with other employees as a team. Ability to lead a crew and provide training. Knowledge of street repairs and working with asphalt. Experience with hand tools, power tools, and various concrete tools.

Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED. Texas driver's license, Class "C" with an acceptable driving record. Must obtain Class "B" CDL license within six months of employment. Minimum two years experience working with concrete, crack sealer machines and/or asphalt.

BENEFITS FOR ALL FULL-TIME/PART-TIME REGULAR EMPLOYEES INCLUDE:

TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM

All full-time employees are participants of TMRS; this is a mandatory contribution. (Part-time regular employees who work a minimum of 20 hours per week are participants of TMRS) The employee contribution rate is 7% per pay period; the City matches the contribution 2-1. There is a 5 year vesting period. Employees are eligible to retire at any age after 20 years of service or at age 60 with 5 years of service.

OPTIONAL RETIREMENTThe City offers employees the option of contributing to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and/or Roth IRA's through payroll deduction. The City does not match these contributions.

SOCIAL SECURITY/FICA

These deductions are matched by the City.

MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION COVERAGE

All full-time employees have Medical, Dental, Vision, Life w/AD&D, and LTD insurance coverage paid for by the City. (Part-time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week qualify for this coverage) Employees have the option of purchasing dependent coverage.

SECTION 125 IRS BENEFIT PLANS

Employees who have dependent health or any supplementary insurance premiums deducted from their checks are eligible to pay their premiums, "pre-taxed". Pre-taxed flexible spending accounts are also available for health and dependent care.

VOLUNTARY/SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS

Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental benefits through AFLAC and LegalShield.

VACATION

Full-time employees vacation accrues as follows:

0-5 years 10 days per year

5-10 years 15 days per year

10-20 years 20 days per year

20+ years 25 days per year

Employees are eligible to take vacation after 6 months of employment.

Part-time regular employees accrue vacation leave at the accrual rate of a full-time employee.

SICK LEAVE

Sick leave accrues at 8 hours per month for full-time employees. (Fire accrues at 12 hours per month) Maximum accrual is 1,040 hours.

Part-time regular employees accrue sick leave at the accrual rate of a full-time employee.

SICK LEAVE POOL

The sick leave pool allows the employees to donate up to 24 hours of sick leave per year (employees must have a minimum of 96 hours of sick leave accumulated before contributing). This pool was created to help employees during a catastrophic injury or illness.

HOLIDAYS

Full-time employees receive 14 paid holidays per year. This includes 1 personal floating holiday that may be taken at any time during the calendar year after 6 months of employment.

New Year's Day Columbus Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Veterans Day

Presidents Day Thanksgiving Day

Good Friday Day after Thanksgiving

Memorial Day Christmas Eve

Juneteenth Christmas Day

Independence Day Floating Holiday (Personal Day)

Labor Day

Part-time regular employees accrue holiday leave at the accrual rate of a full-time employee.

LONGEVITY

All full-time employees with more than 1 year of service are eligible to receive longevity pay at the rate of $10 per month for each month of service. This is paid once a year in November. Part-time regular employees become eligible to receive this benefit after 5 years of service.

CERTIFICATE PAY

Some employees may be eligible to receive Certificate Pay in increments of $50, $100 or $125 per month depending upon the type of certification. Certification that is required per the job description in order to be employed is not eligible for pay under this plan.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

Full-time employees may be reimbursed up to $300 per semester for college courses. The courses must relate to their job, must have a passing grade of at least a "C", and obtain Director approval. This benefit may be used after 6 months of employment.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

Provided by the city to help employees and their family members manage life's challenges by identifying options and making informed choices regarding Counseling Services, Legal Services, Financial Services, and Work/Life Wellness Resources.

PARK PASSES

Full-time and part-time regular employees receive a free year round park pass that can be used at Stewart Creek and Hidden Cove Park.