Maintenance Worker (Service)

Summary Description

Under general supervision or direction, is responsible for the careful and safe operation of a variety of heavy/light motorized equipment; responsible for the care and maintenance of city streets and sewers; responsible for the care and maintenance of public parks and city land and facilities; performs other related duties as required. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Operate snow plows, tractor mowers, dump trucks, salt spreader, pickup truck, front-end loader, paint machines, rodding machine, sanitation truck, backhoe, street sweeper, and road roller

Haul stone, dirt, asphalt, salt and other street materials

Help load and unload trucks

When not engaged in the operation of one of the vehicles listed above, may be required to dig ditches, do rough carpentry work

Rake asphalt

Cut brush

Repair streets, curbs, catch basins, broken sewer and water lines

Operate pumps

Seal cracks in concrete and asphalt

Install traffic control signs

Pour and finish concrete surfaces

Install sewer and water lines

Repair electrical lines

Repair motors

Trim and/or remove trees on City property and easements

Remove leaves from the City streets

Maintain parks and other public areas

Maintain public buildings

Collect and deposit solid waste, yard waste, and recyclables

Complies with federal drug testing requirements

Maintains licenses and certifications as required, if any

Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance

Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions

May work irregular, on-call, and/or emergency hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Weekend and evening schedule will be posted prior to each pay period

Employee will be compensated for emergency hours with either flexing of schedule with the supervisor, or taking comp time or overtime pay

May repair, clean, and perform general maintenance on equipment used

May be required to prepare reports of work performed, payroll reports as required by the Director of Service, or other related office procedures as required

Provide support to department/City-sponsored activities, including but not limited to: special events, workshops, training, special meetings, and exhibitionsEQUIPMENT USED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.

Motor vehicle

Heavy machinery, including but not limited to sanitation truck, dump truck, snow plow, Cushman, cherry-picker, tree shredder, lawn mower, chain saw, backhoe, rodding machine, paint machine

Variety of power and hand tools

May be required to be certified to use certain equipment

Personal protective equipment, such as helmets, gloves, eye protection, high-visibility clothing, safety footwear, and safety harness

Two-way radioPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The essential functions of this position require the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, and grasping

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

Visual acuity is required for color perception, night vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and hazardsManagement reserves the right to modify the foregoing job parameters at any time.

Education & Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent

Some experience in operating any one or more of the equipment listed in this specification

Possession of a valid State of Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license

Possession of a valid State of Ohio Commercial Driver’s (CDL) within six (6) months of hire dateQUALIFICATIONS: (* indicates developed after employment).

Knowledge of:

The operating principles of gasoline-powered, diesel-powered, and natural gas-powered vehicles and equipment

Parts that comprise a gasoline and diesel motor and the ability to identify those parts

The particular problems involved in the operation of light/heavy equipment as distinguished from equipment operation/passenger-car operation

Building, street, and grounds maintenance methods, tools, materials, and supplies

Knowledge of state and local motor vehicle lawsSkill in:

Operating a variety of heavy/light motorized equipmentAbility to:

Write and speak effectively

Maintain records and prepare reports

Perform heavy physical labor for extended periods

Work outside during periods of inclement weather

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, and the general public