Maintenance Worker III

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Starting at $20 per hour based on experience

Purpose of Job :

Under the direct supervision of the Public Works Supervisor, performs manual, semi-skilled, and skilled labor associated with assigned operations including, but not limited to : general maintenance of facilities, streets, roadways, ditches, stormwater system, and District owned facilities.

Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation : Employees in this classification will be required to report and carry out duties as directed for the duration of an emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Performs general repair and maintenance work on District buildings, equipment, grounds, and related facilities; performs semi-skilled and manual work involving grounds maintenance, parks / recreational facility maintenance, aquatic facility maintenance, road / bridge maintenance, roadside maintenance, traffic operations, road sign installation, building maintenance, plumbing maintenance, custodial maintenance, or other projects within the District; assists other workers as needed.
• Performs various tasks involving grounds maintenance or landscaping projects.
• Performs various tasks involving maintenance of parks, maintains playground and recreational equipment; repairs gates and fences; and picnic tables; sets timers for lights and irrigation systems; debris removal.
• Performs various tasks involving road maintenance or roadside maintenance projects; patches potholes in road surfaces; reports hazardous roadway conditions.
• Performs various tasks involving plumbing maintenance / repair projects; troubleshoots, maintains, minor plumbing problems; repairs broken pipes;
• Performs general / manual tasks associated with division projects; sets up or arranges equipment for special events / activities; lifts / moves furniture, equipment, and heavy materials; assists with cleanup following hurricanes, storms, or emergency situations.
• Monitors inventory levels of supplies and materials; ensures availability of adequate supplies, tools, and materials to conduct work activities; initiates requests for new / replacement materials.
• Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, daily activity logs, inspection forms, purchase requisitions, work orders, maintenance records, charts, or other documents.
• Ability to operates a computer as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, email, or other computer programs.
• Assist with upkeep of District Facilities. Maintenance of Administrative Building and utility facilities; and any District owned or maintained facility.
• Operates, maintains, and performs minor repairs of equipment.
• Work weekends, varied shifts and odd hours as needed.
• Identifies and notifies supervisor of problems at parks, streets, and facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills :

Education and Experience Requirements :

High School Diploma or GED supplemented by a minimum of 1 year of experience; or any combination of education and experience which would align with government and maintenance experience.

Must be a United States Citizen or eligible to work in the United States.

Must successfully pass a background check and alcohol and drug test.

Required Licenses / Certifications :

Preferred Certifications :

Physical Demands :

The position involvesmedium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and / or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Tasks require some unassisted lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling of moderately heavy objects up to 50 pounds. Tasks may require prolonged periods of visual concentration and require moderate levels of eye / hand / foot coordination.

Disclaimer :

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general

nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not

designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,

responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification.

All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.