Maintenance Worker III - PW Concrete Crew

Maintenance Worker III

The City of Charlottesville is seeking qualified candidates to join our Public Works Department Public Service Division as a Maintenance Worker III. This position will be part of a dedicated 5-member Concrete Crew responsible for supporting Capital Improvement Projects related to sidewalk repair and construction throughout the City. Under the direction of a Maintenance Crew Supervisor II the selected candidate will assist in performing skilled and semi-skilled labor in the installation, maintenance, and repair of sidewalks and related infrastructure.

This position performs responsible semi-skilled work in a variety of construction, repair and maintenance assignments involving the use of specialized tools; occasionally operates specialized and other equipment in connection with the semi-skilled tasks to which assigned. Does related work as required. As of March 28, 2024, this position is part of the Labor and Trades bargaining unit, as defined by the City's Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22-128). Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity.

The hiring amount for this position is between $20.45 - $25.14 an hour ($42,536.00 - $52,291.20 annually), in accordance with the Labor and Trades Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) effective July 1, 2025. This pay rate will apply to individuals hired into this position on or after July 1, 2025. Future wage adjustments are subject to terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement between the City and the exclusive bargaining representative.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education / training opportunities.

For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please visit https : / / www.charlottesville.gov / 1047 / Employee-Benefits .

The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

Note : This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Responsible for facilities, grounds, and City infrastructure maintenance functions; May have a lead role or be responsible for construction and maintenance projects; Performs repairs and completes maintenance assignments; May be exposed to or required to use chemicals in general maintenance responsibilities; May serve in a lead role in skilled work and the use of hand tools and maintenance equipment; Operates hand tools and power equipment associated with custodial, construction, and maintenance operations; Operates vehicles as required; Must have the willingness and flexibility to work as a member of one or several teams or independently to complete assigned tasks; Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Skills

Minimum Qualifications : Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. If no diploma or GED is obtained, must have a minimum of 2 years of direct work experience in the field. Requires a minimum of 1 year experience in a similar position as a skilled worker in the maintenance, repair, and or construction activity to which assigned; some prior experience in the operation of the equipment to which assigned. (Relevant experience may include tasks such as forming, pouring, and finishing concrete; setting grades; working with curb, gutter, or sidewalk infrastructure; or operating tools and equipment commonly used in street and sidewalk construction.) Must have valid VA driver's license by employment start date.

Special Requirements : May require the ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire. Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical.

Skills : General knowledge of the maintenance, repair, and manual tasks of the area assigned; general knowledge of the use of common hand and specialized power tools required in the work; general knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of mechanical equipment required in the work. Skills in the use of equipment to which assigned; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to be contacted by phone in case of emergency.

Physical Conditions & Additional Information

Position may require employees to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Physical requirements for this position as outlined by the Department of Labor : Heavy work. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. occasionally and / or up to 50 lbs. frequently and / or up to 20 lbs. constantly to move objects.

Requires the ability to perform strenuous manual labor, often under unfavorable conditions, including considerable walking, lifting, stooping, and carrying.

Positions in the Public Utilities or Public Works Departments are subject to mandatory emergency and stand by call and with minimum response time requirements.

Position is subject to federal DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970-3490 or hr@charlottesville.gov.

The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment drug tests, in accordance with federal, state, and local law, of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection process. The City's policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Marijuana remains an illegal drug under federal law, and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the City's policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for marijuana.