Crewmember - Stormwater & Streets Division

Who We Are: 

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries.

We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!

Our Core Values:

• Integrity: Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs. 
• Responsibility: A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization.
• Partnership: Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships. 

What We Offer:

The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: 

• A guaranteed monthly pension upon retirement, vested after 5 years of service 
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one 
• 401K and 457B Retirement Plans 
• PTO earned within first year
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan

Your Purpose

The City of High Point is seeking dedicated Crewmembers to join our Streets and Stormwater Division, where you’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving the city's infrastructure. We have opportunities across all of our essential areas including Asphalt, Concrete, Mowing, Ditch Crew, Pipe Crew, and Street Sweeping (which requires a CDL). Every day is different, and your work will help ensure our city remains safe, clean, and prepared for any weather challenges. If you enjoy working outdoors and being part of a team that’s making an impact, the City of High Point is the place for you. Take the next step in your career—apply today!

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• Training and Career Growth: We’ll provide training and cover the cost of obtaining your CDL. This ensures you gain valuable certifications and opens up more career opportunities within the division and beyond!
• Variety of Work: Whether you’re operating equipment for street repairs, maintaining stormwater systems, mowing public areas, or working on pipe installations, you’ll be involved in diverse projects that contribute to the city's infrastructure.
• Job Stability: As a City of High Point employee, you’ll enjoy the security and benefits that come with working for a stable, respected public service organization.
• Community Impact: Your work ensures that High Point remains a beautiful, functional city. From keeping roads in top condition to maintaining stormwater systems, you’ll see the difference you make every day.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a supportive team of professionals who share your passion for public service. No matter what crew you’re on, you’ll be part of a team that values cooperation and dedication.

 What You’ll Do:

Street Maintenance

• Operate single-axle dump truck to transport materials like stone, sand, gravel, and supplies.
• Use a light truck to carry tools and equipment to job sites.
• Plow and salt streets during snow removal.
• Operate large mowers to clear medians and right-of-ways.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and routine servicing.
• Assists with curb cutting and weed eating for special events.
• Flag traffic for safety during operations.
• Operate medium and heavy equipment when cross-trained.
• Handle general maintenance and labor tasks as needed.
• Follows OSHA and City safety standards.

Stormwater

• Operate single-axle dump truck to transport materials like stone, sand, gravel, and supplies.
• Use a light truck to carry tools and equipment to job sites.
• Plow and salt streets during snow removal.
• Clear debris from manholes and catch basins.
• Perform minor repairs and routine servicing on equipment.
• Assist with manual labor on projects, including digging, raking, and leveling trenches.
• Flag traffic to ensure safe operations.
• Help with the construction and repair of manholes and catch basins.
• Operates medium and heavy equipment when cross-trained.
• Perform general maintenance and labor as required.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and City safety standards.

What You'll Bring:

We realize your time is valuable, so please ensure you meet the required minimum qualifications before applying. Our ideal candidate will bring the following:

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, to include nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency on-call.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver’s License Class B or A 

Physical Requirements:

• Medium to Heavy Work: Exerting moderate to significant force (20–50 pounds constantly, 100+ pounds with assistance) to operate small, motorized equipment and hand tools. The role requires frequent walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, lifting, stooping, and stretching. Sitting is rare. Must demonstrate excellent hand-eye coordination and the ability to operate equipment requiring both hands and feet on control levers at all times. Ability to turn head and body to angles of approximately 90 degrees while operating equipment to ensure safe movement.
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction.
• Handling: Grasping, holding, turning, or working with hands (without requiring intricate finger movement).
• Manual Dexterity: Performing tasks using fingers for precise control (e.g., picking, pinching, or gripping).
• Talking: Clear communication using spoken word to exchange ideas with coworkers and supervisors.
• Hearing: Perception of sounds to ensure safety, including responding to mechanical warnings or verbal alerts during equipment operation.
• Seeing: Clear vision to ensure safety and effective equipment operation:
  • Acuity (Far): Ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more for safety when monitoring workers, equipment, traffic, and pedestrians.
  • Acuity (Near): Ability to see at close range for operating equipment controls and handling work aids.
  • Depth Perception: Ability to judge distance and space accurately to safely operate equipment and perform tasks.
  • Field of Vision: Ability to observe a broad area to monitor traffic, pedestrians, and workers.
  • Accommodation: Ability to adjust vision quickly from close work to distant surroundings to ensure safety.

Mental Activity/Requirements:

• Reasoning: Apply logical thinking to resolve work tasks, safety situations, and requests from supervisors or the public. Good judgment is crucial, particularly when working independently.
• Mathematical Ability: Basic math skills to calculate quantities, determine material requirements, and apply formulas for chemical or paint mixtures.
• Language Ability: Ability to speak, read, and write in English for safety manuals, instructions, formulas, and general communication.

Environmental Conditions:

• Physical Surroundings: Work in outdoor environments with exposure to hot and cold weather, rain, snow, flooding, and varied conditions. Best suited for individuals comfortable with getting wet, dirty, or sweaty.
• Hazards: Potential exposure to hazardous conditions like high winds, debris, insects, and OSHA-regulated environments such as bloodborne pathogens.

Machinery/Tools/Work Aids/Other Equipment:

• Operates a variety of tools and equipment, including single-axle dump trucks, farm tractors, mowers, rollers, loaders, pavement breakers, chain saws, rakes, weed eaters, concrete saws, and other hand tools.