Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance, Groundskeeper

Position: City Maintenance Worker
We are currently seeking an entry-level Maintenance Worker for our Public Works Department. The Public Works Department constructs, repairs, and maintains parks, streets and other City-owned facilities. The DPW also operates and maintains underground utilities such as water, sewer and stormwater systems. This position performs tasks within facilities and public rights-of-way such as snow removal and other weather-related events. Candidates will be expected to work both individually and with a crew as needed.

In addition, support is provided for a variety of community special events. The work can be physically demanding and unclean, and may be subject to response during emergencies on a 24-hour basis and may be required to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays during special events.

Starting pay is $20.45 / hour

Responsibilities

* Performs tasks related to the maintenance and operations of City streets, sidewalks, and City-owned facilities

* Tasks may include work maintaining underground utilities such as water, sewer, and stormwater systems (plumbing type work).

* Provides support for a variety of community special events, including supporting the event management team, traffic control, site preparation, security, and site clean-up.

* Helps with snow/ice removal, storm recovery, and other emergencies during and outside of normal work hours.

* Completes any reports or logs

* Follows all safety policies and procedures

* Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

* The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and some work experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair tasks. He or she must be a self-starter prepared to get to work with a positive attitude and stamina to perform the rigorous duties of this job. A valid driver's license is required for our Maintenance Worker positions.