Utility Worker II - Parks

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This is a highly skilled level position performing work in the construction, remodel and maintenance of city facilities, parks, structures and equipment on a varying assignment basis.

Work involves responsibility for performing highly skilled maintenance work independently or with general oversight of others in or on city facilities, parks, structures and equipment. Assignments emphasize performance of semi-skilled and highly skilled work while alone or with an assigned crew.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the supervisor. Work may be reviewed while in progress and upon completion for adherence to standards and instructions, and through inspections, work reports prepared, and achievement of desired results.

These examples may not include all of the tasks and/or knowledge which may be expected of the employee, nor do they cover all of the specific duties which may be required. The specific physical requirements for this position are detailed in a separate functional job evaluation.

• Performs carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, HVAC, mechanical, and welding repairs on City facilities, parks, structures and equipment; supervise one or more persons on the job.
• Drives a truck for the purpose of transporting workers, materials and machines.
• Analyzes assignments or problems; plans for methods, materials and tools needed for construction; repairs, maintains, or provides resolution of the assignment or problem.
• Prepares specifications, cost estimates, work write-ups, and manpower usage.
• Operates special equipment, machinery and a variety of power and hand tools.
• Establish and maintain maintenance schedule and records for facilities, structures and machinery and monitor performance on an established schedule to ensure proper performance levels are maintained. Determine and perform corrective action as needed.
• Perform snow plowing and ice removal for City buildings, and facilities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of:

• Considerable knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, building system controls and general maintenance materials, methods, tools, equipment and procedures.
• Occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary when performing assigned work.
• Computer software system(s) including but not limited to building HVAC and system controls and operations; including the ability to enter, retrieve and compile data.
• Specialized tools and equipment used in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, general construction and HVAC maintenance and repairs.

• Planning, organizing and directing staff or contractors within the responsibilities of this position.
• Using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• The proper use and care of general and specialized tools and equipment used in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, general construction and HVAC maintenance and repairs.
• The operation of trucks, plows, snow thrower, scissor lift, JLG and other equipment.

• Perform work independently or in a group under limited supervision.
• Plan, organize and direct a work crew within the responsibilities of this position.
• Ensure that proper on-the-job safety procedures are followed and safety equipment and are procedures are properly and consistently used.
• Read and understand technical information and apply guidelines and regulations to operational situations.
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• Communicate clearly, courteously, and professionally with the public and all City employees sometimes in difficult or stressful situations.
• Weld materials using both gas and electrical units.
• Understand and follow general oral and written instructions.
• Work evenings, nights and weekends as required and respond to emergency situations and snow operations.
• Receive work assignments through verbal, written, text or electronic means.
• Safely operate tools and equipment used in carpentry, plumbing, electrical repair, general construction, HVAC and general maintenance with a minimum of supervision.
• Operate assigned equipment in an independent and safe manner with a minimum of supervision.
• Maintain work records and…