STATEMENT OF THE JOB

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE/LICENSING & TRAINING

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED and any combination of training, education, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the functions of the position which includes knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.
LICENSING & TRAINING:

• Valid State Driver's License at time of hire
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire
  
  • Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• This position will be assigned to Parks Division

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Perform a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled duties in maintenance, construction, and repairs.
• Clearing debris and cleaning of ditches.
• Inspects and/or repairs chlorine machine, pumping stations, and sewer systems at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the system are functioning property.
• Performs general clean-up work which may include sweeping and mopping of floors, emptying trash containers, washing windows, walls and sinks, restrooms; sweeping sand and debris from patios, slabs, walks, and play areas.
• Removes weeds and maintains landscaping.
• Responds to complaints regarding sewer odors, evaluates situations, and reports to supervisor.
• Assists in installing, operating, maintaining, and repairing sprinkler systems.
• Picks up trash and checks trash cans throughout the City.
• Operates a variety of trucks and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Maintain road right-of-ways clearing debris, cutting weeds, and cleaning ditches using required hand tools.
• Performs routine maintenance to assigned tools, equipment and buildings.
• May be required to perform daily vehicle inspections and clean and wash equipment.
• Operate power tools such as chain saws, concrete saws, air hammers, pavement breakers, tampers, and two-way radio.
• Complete required daily logs and reports.
• May be assigned to on-call/standby status.
• Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers
• Complies with and promotes safe practices in agreement with the safety rules and procedures set forth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Represents the City with respect, confidence and trust that our colleagues and community place in us.

• Good work habits and safe work operations.
• Record keeping and reporting procedures.
• Safe work practices and procedures.
• Equipment, facilities, materials, methods, procedures, and standard practices of street and right-of-way maintenance, vegetation control and related construction, cleanup and repair activities.

• Safe and efficient operation of required tools and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.

• Perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
• Work safely and efficiently.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Work in small cramped areas, walk over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces.
• Clean equipment using appropriate materials.
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Move debris, dirt or other material using a shovel, rake or other tools.
• Move heavy objects of 50 pounds or more for long distances.
• Dig up ground using a pick, shovel, spade or other tools; work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements that include extreme heat.
• Learn job related material primarily through oral instructions and observations.
• Perform minor repairs to vehicles and perform routine maintenance.
• Perform basic repairs to buildings, and other structures, and perform routine maintenance
• Use motorized vehicles and equipment.
• Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements including extreme heat.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform hard physical labor in a variety of weather conditions, including extremely hot weather. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee must have the agility to frequently lift and/or be moved up to 50 pounds or more, and occasionally lift weights up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to read printed materials and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to hear, and use professional speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
WORK ENVIRONMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to extremely hot weather, wet and/or humid conditions, and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The employee may also be required to work in roadways while directing traffic and permit required confined spaces after receiving the required training.