Maintenance Worker I

Job Title

Public Works Crew Member

Position Information

In the event of Inclement Weather or other emergency activations, this position must report to work during non-standard work hours.

The purpose of this classification is to perform unskilled and semi-skilled manual work associated with the construction, maintenance, and upkeep of County streets and roads, rights-of-way, public facilities and property, and other infrastructure as part of a public works crew.

Essential Functions

Performs manual labor in support of construction, maintenance, and upkeep projects; follows established safety procedures; performs various manual tasks in support of street, roadway, and drainage projects; performs various tasks involving grounds maintenance or roadside maintenance projects; performs various tasks involving building maintenance projects; assists in setting up special events and activities; operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects; performs general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition; gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies needed to conduct work activities; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, checklists, work orders, service tickets, meter readings, smoke test reports, vehicle and equipment maintenance records, or other documents; communicates with supervisor, other departments, employees, customers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed; provides coverage during special events and activities as needed; responds to emergency and disaster situations as needed; provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed; performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred; previous work experience involving equipment operation or construction and maintenance work preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License; Depending on area of assignment, must obtain and maintain Flagging Certification within the timeframes established by the department. Additional certifications may be required based on assignment.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds). Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to such adverse environmental conditions as high pressure gas & water lines, insects, poisonous plants, animals, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, toxic agents, electric currents, disease, raw sewage, blood, or pathogenic substances.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.