Streets PT General Labor

Job Title : Maintenance Worker

Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment, tools and software in the general construction, operation, repair and maintenance of the municipal infrastructure, right of ways, services, cemeteries, wading pool, forestry, recreation programs and facilities as authorized.

Works under the direct supervision of the Street Commissioner and / or their designated representatives. Required to oversee the work of seasonal employees as directed.

Monday - Thursday 28-30 hours per week, hours may vary.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

General Expectations

• Maintain prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance
• Maintain the ability to lawfully operate designated motor vehicles and equipment at all times that duties are performed
• Maintain the ability to travel throughout and enter all different properties in the jurisdiction
• Provide truthful, accurate written and verbal communications
• Respond to complaints; communicate resolution process to immediate supervisor and refer matters requiring administrative attention to Department Head or designated representative
• Abide and assist in the implementation of safety rules and procedures
• Maintain relevant certifications
• Accepts and performs weekend and week night standby duty as scheduled

General Equipment Maintenance

General Facility Maintenance

Required Labor

Equipment Operation

Tools and Equipment Used

Motorized vehicles and construction equipment; common hand and power tools; telephone; mobile radio or portable radio; phone; personal computer including various software; and safety equipment including PPE and testing instruments

Peripheral Duties

Qualifications

Desired Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent Two (2) years of experience relating to construction, municipal maintenance, and equipment operation as it relates to the roadway or forestry professions Any equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid Wisconsin state driver's license CDL Class A, B / C with air brakes restriction and tanker (N) endorsement Preferred Must reside within a thirty (30) mile radius of the City limits

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in municipal maintenance, operation, construction or repair activities

Skill in operation of the listed tools and equipment

Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time

Ability to work safely

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to work effectively with fellow employees, other departments and the public

Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions

Must have a working knowledge or ability and willingness to obtain a working knowledge of the following :

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 the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell. The employee frequently uses hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may frequently be required to walk over rough terrain.

The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 60 pounds. The employee will be required to slide, roll, push or pull on a regular basis up to 140 pounds. The work will also require sitting and operating a keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions which may become extreme. The employee frequently works near moving parts and is exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, and vibrations. 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 loud.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; drug testing; job related tests may be required.

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 logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to modification by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.