What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker Sr., Water Distribution position at City of Alexandria, LA?
The purpose of this classification is to perform semi-skilled to skilled work functions associated with construction, maintenance, landscaping, and grounds-keeping of city infrastructure, utilities, facilities, and property. Positions in the Wastewater Department are subject to 24-hour call.
Performs semi-skilled work related to maintenance and repair of roadways: lays, smoothes, and repairs asphalt and concrete; patches/repairs potholes and sinkholes; grades work sites; packs ground materials; installs reflective markers in streets; paints markings such as turn lanes, crosswalks, and parking spaces onto road surfaces; builds, repairs, and paints street barricades; assists with the maintenance of street signal lights; and removes debris from sites of vehicle accidents.
Performs various manual work functions associated with tree maintenance: sets up equipment, harnesses, and safety gear; climbs trees; fells trees and/or trims branches; utilizes chain saws, pole saws, stump grinders, and industrial chippers to cut and grind up debris; and performs manual tasks to lift/move heavy materials, dig holes, and removes debris.
Tasks may require working around power lines and in high places.
Performs semi-skilled maintenance work to assist with the skilled repair of electrical, HVAC, utilities, and mechanical systems; performs painting, plumbing, carpentry, plastering, and electrical work that does not require a licensed technician; assists in the reconditioning of tools and mechanical equipment; cuts sheet metal, installs insulation, pulls, cuts and splices wires, and lubricates machinery; and performs related tasks.
Transports, loads and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects; stock work trucks with needed supplies and equipment.
Operates a variety of power equipment, machinery and hand tools used in department projects and activities, which may include pick-up truck, trailer, mower, tiller, weed eater, edger, blower, asphalt packer, cement mixer, jack hammer, chain saw, saw, axe, shovel, rake, spraying equipment, and various tools.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fuel and fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Responds to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergency situations.
Utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Receives, prepares or completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, spray records, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
High school diploma or GED preferred; supplemented by two (2) years of experience in construction and maintenance of public infrastructure, utilities, facilities, and property; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class D driver’s license within one (1) month of employment and maintain throughout employment for this classification. May be required to obtain Flagging certification.
Water Department prefers a valid Water Production/Treatment or Distribution Class I Certification.
Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification.
Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants.Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable.
** If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application.**Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application for consideration.
Salary : $27,452 - $32,938