Streets Operations Technician

Salary : $43,041.02 - $64,561.54 Annually
Location : Municipal Services Center, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2
Department: Public Works
Division: Street Maintenance
Opening Date: 03/24/2025
Closing Date: 5/6/:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

General Purpose
Looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real impact? As a Streets Operations Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining and repairing the city's streets, sidewalks, multi-use paths, bridges, and more-helping keep our community safe and connected. Every task supports the city's infrastructure and residents, from fixing drainage systems to maintaining road signage.

This role offers on-the-job training to help you develop the skills needed to advance your career. If you're a problem-solver who enjoys working outdoors and tackling new challenges, this is your opportunity to grow with us.

Apply today and build your future with us.
Hiring salary is dependent upon experience.

The hiring range for the $49,500.00 - $53,800.00 Annually

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: health and wellness benefits, a 6% retirement contribution match and a 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, PTO, work/life balance, and more.

We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all employees.If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career with the City of Commerce City, we encourage you to apply.

Be A Part Of It and contribute to Commerce City's vibrant growth and development as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.
Please review the full job description here
Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required; some municipal maintenance experience preferred. Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license. Must obtain a Commercial Driver's License Class "B" within three months of date of hire and maintain during the course of employment. Flagger certification is required within one year of hire and must be maintained during the course of employment. Other applicable certifications may be required at City expense. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
Commerce City is an equal-opportunity employer.

Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application and INCLUDE A RESUME, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay per the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act provision.

Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.

Interview(s): We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review.
PAID TIME-OFF BENEFITS:

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays each year with the addition of an 8-hour Floating Holiday (in addition to the Floating Holiday that can be earned by participating in the Wellness Program).
• General Leave: Leave banks are granted to employees after six months of full-time employment. General Leave may be used for vacations, personal business, illness, or other reasons as requested by the employee and approved by his/her supervisor.
• Other Paid Time Off: Jury Duty, Injury Leave, and Military leave are also available to employees.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We provide a confidential Employee Assistance Program to help support you and your family on any issue of concern. Eight private counseling sessions are available on a range of needs including, but not limited to marital issues, parenting concerns, grief counseling, supervisor issues, and drug and alcohol abuse.
• Tuition Reimbursement: The City provides a tuition reimbursement program that reimburses qualified educational expenses.
• Eligibility for Pay Increases: Employees are eligible for a pay increase during their annual appraisal following a successful evaluation. Pay increases do not come at the time of the six-month introductory evaluation.
• Employee Home Ownership Program: To encourage employees to reside within the City limits of Commerce City, we may provide a secured loan for the down payment and/or closing cost assistance on a home in Commerce City. The employee must meet all City criteria as well as first mortgage underwriting criteria.
• Personal Computer Employee Purchase Program: To encourage the development of employee computer skills, the City offers an interest-free loan to you for the purchase of computer hardware (including a Desktop or Laptop) and software. The employee must have successfully completed their 6-month Introductory Period for eligibility.
• Recreation Center Membership: Employees and family members are eligible for a membership to the Commerce City Recreation Center for $5.00 per person per year.
• Golf Course Green Fees: Employees can play the City's award-winning Buffalo Run Golf Course at a rate of $9.00 for 9-holes or $18.00 for 18-holes. Employees can also purchase golf merchandise at discounted prices.