JOB
The Town of Mead is a small, enchanting community that's creating a buzz as one of the best places to live, work, and play. Our quaint little town includes many families who are attracted to Mead's safe and friendly community, great schools, and ideal location. It's where quality of life meets happy living. The Town offers a full range of municipal services including animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, community development, economic development, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, and utilities. The Board of Trustees and Town Manager are committed to providing exemplary municipal services for residents and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner. We are dedicated to responsible growth, reliable infrastructure, public safety, fiscal stability, and a connected community. Our organization seeks to create opportunities for employees through inclusive engagement practices, focusing on teamwork, and investing in people. We value and respect a diverse workforce, innovated ideas, and are committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Pay Ranges: Maintenance Worker I: $22.85-$30.85 per hourMaintenance Worker II: $24.61-$34.46 per hourMaintenance Worker III: $27.08-$37.91 per hourInspects and/or repairs, streets, drainage systems, irrigation systems, parks, and sewer system at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the various systems are functioning properly. Operates trucks and snowplow equipment of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, gravel, and sand.Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment used in the sewer, street, and parks department.Performs routine inspection, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor. Ensures the proper maintenance of tools by cleaning and checking tools after use.Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, excavation, mowing, seeding, fertilizing, sewer manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, pipe placement, and backfilling.Assists in the training of seasonal staff or junior level employees, as assigned, to increase their skills in the maintenance, construction and repair of sewer, street, and storm drainage facilities and equipment operations. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards. Operates light and medium-sized construction and power equipment, including dump truck, road grader, and backhoe/loader. Performs set-up and take-down for Town Special Events Assists with facility maintenance needs and performs duties of building attendant.Performs other duties as assigned.Level II: Perform all Maintenance I job duties competently, and successfully complete specialized training in the following areas: IrrigationTurf management, andHeavy equipment operation In addition, the Maintenance Worker II must attain the certifications stated below.Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS)Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)Colorado Wastewater Operator Class D/ICDOT Transportation Erosion Control Supervisor Certification (TECS)Level III: Perform all Maintenance Worker II job duties proficiently, with the ability to train, supervise, and mentor other Maintenance Workers. In addition, the Maintenance Worker III must attain the certification stated below.Qualified Supervisor Pesticide Applicators License
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction, and repair activities.Knowledge of Town’s layout and locations.Skill in operation of maintenance and construction tools, such as, dump trucks, snowplows, pickup trucks, utility trucks; tamper, plate compactor, saws, pumps, welders, mowers, compressors, sanders, generators, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radios, phones, and trenchers.Ability to operate standard office equipment and software, including personal computers and associated office email, word processing, and spreadsheet software, phones, fax, and copy machines.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.Ability to work on-call as required.Physical Demands: Physically demanding work requiring the ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally with or without assistance. Frequent lifting, carrying, kneeling, stooping, squatting, walking, and standing.Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate light power equipment and heavy equipment.Vision for reading, recording, and interpreting information.Frequent speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens.Work Environment: Essential duties are performed in an outdoor environment with exposure to the elements.Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, walking on uneven surfaces, dust, chemicals, gases, noise, vibration, local travel, and work in traffic. Equipment Used: Frequent use of light and heavy power equipment including snowplow and maintenance equipment of varying sizes and weights.