Public Works Technician Trainee City of West Palm Beach - 3.7 West Palm Beach, FL Job Details Full-time $17.23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Retirement plan Qualifications High school diploma or GED Class E Full Job Description Description Job Title Public Works Technician Trainee Department Public Works/Street Maintenance City Information The City of West Palm Beach is a municipality where high performers blossom and operational excellence is a hallmark. To maintain and build upon its stellar workforce, the City is strongly committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries that are at or above market and comprehensive health and retirement benefits that are second to none. In furtherance of these goals, the City has implemented a new salary structure in which all non-public safety pay ranges and minimum starting salaries were increased by 7%. Additionally, all City positions, including on-call and part-time positions have a minimum hourly starting rate of $17.00 or higher. Certain non-public safety positions may qualify for hybrid work arrangements under specific conditions. If you are a high performer, seeking an opportunity to blossom and grow, we have a place for you in our workforce. We invite you to join our team - apply today! The City of West Palm Beach (pop. 117,286 - 2021) with its sunny, palm-lined streets, scenic waterfront views, quaint shopping districts, historic neighborhoods and year-round outdoor festivals is a slice of paradise. Among the City's many attributes is an active and vibrant downtown and waterfront that serves to host a variety of nationally recognized cultural and leisure activities for residents and visitors alike. Incorporated in 1894 and encompassing over 55 square miles, the county seat of Palm Beach County is one of the fastest growing areas in the country. The City offers a dynamic setting in which to live, work, play and enjoy all the attributes of South Florida living. Our ethnically and culturally diverse community and workplace are the bedrock of our strength and resilience. Explore the many opportunities available for joining our diverse and winning team! Summary Under close supervision, performs asphalt, paver brick,and/or concrete repair tasks related to the maintenance of City streets,sidewalks, and all areas within the rights-of-way; and performs other relatedduties and special projects, as assigned. Salary Public Works Technician Trainee - Pay grade 37 $17.23 hourly Excellent Benefits! Qualifications High school diploma or GED (education will be verifiedusing the "Education Requirements" listed below) and six (6) months of laborexperience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. FloridaIntermediate Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) certification is required withinsix (6) months from date of employment. Construction and/or maintenance experience is highlydesirable. A current and valid Florida driver's license is required.

For application purposes, a valid driver's license from any state (equivalentto a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain theState of Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days from date ofemployment. A Florida Class B Commercial Driver's license is required withintwelve (12) months from date of employment.

Driving Requirements:

Have not lost any driving privileges by reason ofrevocation, suspension, or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or hadan adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations or, Have not had one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in anypreceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks orless or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been clearedwill not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges. Have not had more than one DUI (conviction oradjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10)years.

Education Requirements:

Tobe considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, andconsistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalentdiploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have beenissued by: a) a public education institutionin the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or b) an institution accredited by anaccrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department ofEducation or the U.S. Department of Education; or c) an institution that isaccredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for HigherEducation Accreditation (CHEA); or d) an institution whose degree orcertification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c),above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a),b), or c) above. International degrees will be evaluated todetermine if they satisfy qualification requirements. Additional Details The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.

State of Emergency:

Whennormal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to adeclaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees willbe deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/orcontinuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employeesdeemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by theCity but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation ofemergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to reportto work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned toanother location that best meet the needs of the City. How To Apply If you are interested in applying for this position you may apply online by selecting the button. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date. The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employmentopportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country,supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given inaccordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met theminimum requirements of the position. Background investigation and physical isrequired as a condition of employment. Drug and alcohol screening may be required depending on the position. Currency USD Closing Date Amount of Travel Work At Home