Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Worker I/II - Public Works

Reports to: Crew Leader- Public Works

Department: Public Works

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Revision Date: June 2022

Pay Grade: 10/20

Minimum Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience: Previous work experience in public works construction or equipment operation.

Maintenance Worker II:

· Class B CDL driver’s license

· Work Zone Safety Certification, Flagger Certification

· Completion of NIMS level ICS100 and ICS700 training

Other Requirements: Valid Driver’s License.

POSITION SUMMARY

The position performs semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks for the City, responsible for maintenance, construction and repair of City streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, and other assignments to assist with overall department operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. However, they are not to be construed as exclusive or all–inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may also be required or assigned.

Not all duties may be assigned to each position. The allocation of duties for this position will be dependent upon the department/division assigned and qualification of assigned work/equipment.

1. Safely operates construction equipment, machinery, and tools for maintenance and construction related operations.

2. Performs general road maintenance and related activities including flagging traffic, mowing, temporary and permanent asphalt surface repairs, patching holes, sawing pavement, concrete repair and pouring, clearing brush and trees, vegetation control, sweeping, routing, and sealing road cracks, and removing dead animals and trash.

3. Maintains ditch, waterways, and storm drain for proper drainage.

4. Maintains street signage.

5. Performs snow/ice removal operations.

6. Repairs bridge decks (full and partial) and drains, and clean bridge bents/caps at heights on ladders or utilizing scaffolding.

7. Installs signs, including structural and large signs at overhead positions, inspect truss signs, pour concrete sign footings, weld, and cut steel sign posts, and repair and maintain break away and/or overlay signs.

8. Stripes streets, install or remove pavement markings, and clean striping equipment; may operate rollers (glue and tamper), propane torches, shot/turbo blaster, walk behind grinder and other hand tools.

9. Performs pavement leveling, sand blasting and mud jacking, as well as concrete mixing, finishing, and replacement; uses various saws (concrete, diamond, wheel), jack hammers, and other pieces of heavy equipment.

10. Performs roadside duties, including mowing and spraying; planting grass seed, trees, flowers, or shrubbery; pruning and removal of trees; chipping brush and removing debris.

11. Performs signal and lighting duties, including repairing roadway lighting; trenching for conduit installations; installing and maintaining radio equipment; and assisting in installation, repair, and maintenance of camera, message boards, roadway detection devices, and signal masts, arms, heads, and poles.

12. Maintains and cleans the City’s Storm sewer system including ditches, inlets, storm sewer pipe, culverts, RCB’s and manholes

13. Maintains and constructs sidewalks and ADA Ramps and implements the City’s sidewalk replacement program.

14. Cleans and performs routine maintenance on vehicles, equipment, buildings, and grounds.

15. Maintains up-to-date records of all maintenance activities.

16. Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all safety regulations; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.

17. Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting.

18. Maintains appropriate records including complete equipment repair history, work orders, daily job card, and other related data.

19. Completes written records of labor and materials used for each work project.

20. Performs emergency repairs and work, as necessary.

21. Reports to work for after hour needs, as assigned.

22. Provides backup assistance to other department personnel as needed.

23. Other duties assigned.

Additional duties assigned to Maintenance Worker II

24. Operates specialized equipment designated by the supervisor.

25. Leads team members on assigned projects and duties.

26. Performs mechanical service and repairs on vehicles and equipment.

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

1. Knowledge of traffic safety principles.

2. Knowledge of safe operations of heavy-duty trucks and equipment.

3. Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical equipment maintenance procedures.

4. Ability and skill to drive and operate mobile equipment in a safe and proper manner.

5. Knowledge of operation and maintenance of assigned equipment and machinery.

6. Knowledge of, utility markings and clearances and rules for safe equipment operation in close proximity to underground and overhead utility facilities.

7. Knowledge of construction industry safety rules and ability to utilize all Personal Protective Equipment necessary.

8. Knowledge of legal load limits for assigned equipment and vehicles.

9. Ability to operate assigned machinery and equipment skillfully and safely in close proximity to vehicular traffic, grade and alignment stakes, slopes, trucks, other construction equipment, laborers and utilities.

10. Ability to read and understand grade and alignment stakes set by others.

11. Ability to safely load, unload, and transport equipment to and from job sites.

12. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

13. Knowledge of computer software consistent for this position.

14. Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.

15. Ability to understand and effectively carry out local policies and procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and Federal, State, and local regulations.

16. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.

17. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports consistent with the position.

18. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in English with staff, administration, and the public in both written and verbal form.

19. Ability to define problems, exercise sound judgment, and address a variety of situations.

20. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.

21. Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.

22. Ability to work as a member of a team.

23. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

24. Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.

25. Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and ability to work flexible hours to include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays due to adverse weather conditions, construction projects, or other emergency service.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor.

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 75 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and requires walking on uneven terrain, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs and ladders, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work performed may require walking or standing to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting for long periods with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls.
• Work may be performed above or below ground, to include confined spaces.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• May be subject to hazardous chemicals/pesticides.

· Duties are performed daily both indoors and outdoors under all weather conditions and include exposure to inclement weather, noise, heavy traffic conditions, exhaust fumes, and pesticide.

Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.09 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Overtime

Work Location: One location

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