Street Maintenance Worker I

Posting Close Date

Applicants must submit their completed application by 06-21-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

Submit an updated resume that clearly details your experience directly related to the Street Maintenance Worker I position.

This position requires the successful completion of the following pre-employment requirements.
• Basic Physical
• 75 lb. Lift Test
• Valid and unrestricted driver's license

**Save the date: Highest scoring applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview to be held the week of July 5, 2026.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact [email protected]

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Street Maintenance Worker I position at the City of Tucson’s Department of Transportation & Mobility, maintains and repairs city roadways including asphalt, streets, grounds, and sidewalks and may provide emergency services as needed.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Street Maintenance Supervisor. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces for asphalt repairs to include filling of potholes, spreading of asphalt, and sealing of cracks. Maintains city rights-of-way areas including shoulder, drainage ways and curbs. Removes debris, weeds and objects that may create road hazards if left unattended by using shovels, rakes, and other small hand tools.

• Operates and maintains various hand and power tools, machines, light equipment and licensed non-CDL vehicles involving pre and post trip inspections, oil, and tire checks. Hauls loads of debris and hazardous materials found on streets, grounds, and sidewalks to landfill for disposal.

• Responds to emergency service requests seasonally by setting up and taking down flood signs and barricades on streets, performing post storm clean up and servicing bridges by de-icing with solvents to prevent accidents.

• Assists Cement Masons in in sidewalk projects by setting up and removing forms, mixing, and pouring of cement.

• Maintains inventory of small tools in personal possession and returns them to the tool room at the end of shift, ensuring tools are in good working order. 

• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or GED
Experience: One (1) year of directly related experience
Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
License/Certifications: A valid and unrestricted Driver License with (2) years of licensed driving

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in construction, one (1) year of maintaining and repairing roadways, rights-of-way, sidewalks and drainages.

Working Conditions: Indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment

Individuals in this position may be required to work on-call shifts to include nights, and weekends.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J5201 - Street Maintenance Worker I

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G104

Hourly Range

$19.97 - 29.95 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Department of Transportation and Mobility

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Transportation-Mobility

Background Check 

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.  The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US

Benefits

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The City does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). 

ADA Accessibility Complaint Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Genevieve Hernandez (103166)

Recruiter Email

[email protected]

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.