Street Maintenance Leadworker (Closed Promotional)

Job Description

Description

This recruitment process is a closed promotional opportunity and only available to current City of El Segundo employees. I nterested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment will close on October 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m . Under general supervision, provides and coordinates professional administrative, analytical and/or financial management support to department, grant or contract operations and/or programs.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

Performs all work activities of assigned public works crew(s).

Identifies and prioritizes work, schedules and assigns work, evaluates progress and oversees work; arranges with contractors to perform contracted work; may inspect work performed by contract crews.

May inspect and troubleshoot systems of assigned function for public works projects and private developments; may approve and sign off on completed, technically correct work indicating conformance to specifications and code requirements.

Reviews plans for projects; estimates time and material costs for projects and purchases supplies and equipment; ensures crews are supplied with adequate and appropriate tools, equipment and materials; evaluates and recommends changes in work methods, practices and priorities.

Responds to service requests, issues of regulatory compliance and complaints from the public; responds to emergency calls from the public and other agencies, coordinating with other City staff as necessary; notifies customers of interruption of services; explains priorities, programs and policies to the public; provides appropriate follow-up.

Maintains records and writes reports.

Provides input on designated staff performance appraisals; assists in staff training; ensures work of crew is performed in a safe and efficient manner; trains work crew in the performance of work tasks and the proper and safe operation and maintenance of equipment.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of:

City rules, codes and regulations relating to assigned function;

Methods, materials and equipment used in assigned function;

The application, operation, maintenance and repair of tools and equipment used in assigned function;
Hazards and applicable safety precautions for equipment operation;
Equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics;

OSHA safety standards related to assigned tasks and equipment operation and maintenance;

Basic principles of supervision; and
Principles and standards related to traffic delineation.

Skill in:

Read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings;

Perform skilled and semi-skilled public works construction and maintenance tasks;

Operate and maintain equipment used in assigned function;

Effectively analyze and respond to emergency situations;

Utilize public relations techniques when responding to inquiries and complaints;

Conduct research and prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports;

Present ideas and concepts orally and in writing;
Maintain accurate records; and
Establishing and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.

Working Conditions:

Regularly exposed to weather conditions.

Regularly required to lift and/or carry heavy objects up to 90 pounds.

Qualifications:
A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the construction, maintenance and servicing of construction or public works projects or a closely related area including some experience in a Leadworker or similar capacity and training and experience with standard traffic delineation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education: Graduation from high school or GED.

Licensing/Certification Requirements: A valid Class B California Driver's license.

Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.

CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CEA)
Benefit Summary - Effective 5/17/2019

PERS Retirement : Tier I-2%@55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members. Tier I and II members single highest year coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. Employee required contribution is 8% of pensionable income. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13 have three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare and payment of 50% of normal cost (6.75%).

Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2025 Social Security income cap is $176,100.

Retiree Medical: City offers paid retiree medical insurance at same rate as active employees.

Medical Insurance : $1,800 per month for employee and dependents' medical insurance under PERS.

Educational Incentive : Up to $334.21 for B.A. if job doesn't require it. Must be approved by Department Head. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.

Optical/Dental/Life/AD&D : $184.25 per month City contribution. Employee & eligible dependents may be covered for optical and dental. $50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. AD&D insurance policies provided for employees.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) : Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

State Disability Insurance (SDI) : Coverage provided through State Employment Development Department for short-term disability. There is a 1% Employee deduction for this benefit.

Long-Term Disability: City provides fully-paid LTD insurance. Continuance of 66 2/3% of first $9,750 of employee's salary after a 60-day waiting period. Applies to non-job related occurrences.

Work Schedule: 9/80 with alternating Fridays off.

Holidays : 11 fixed paid holidays plus 2 days of Personal Leave per year.

Vacation Leave : 96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 15 years): 176 hours (16+ years). Leave can be used after 6 months of service. Annual cash conversion option.

Sick Leave : 8 hours per month.

Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days [one workweek where travel is 500 miles or more] for qualifying incident. Two (2) additional unpaid days may be taken.

Tuition Reimbursement : Up to $1,750 per year for tuition and books.

Longevity Pay: Up to $66.84/mo for 5 yrs of service; Up to $133.68 for 10 yrs of service; Up to $200.53/mo for 15 yrs of service. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.

Uniform Allowance : Dollar amount varies for specific classes.

Other : Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee); Mission Square 457 Deferred Compensation Program; Payroll Direct Deposit.

Revised: 12/12; 2/13; 1/14; 2/15; 8/16; 5/17;5/19; 8/22; 3/25

Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2026 5:00 PM Pacific