Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance, General Labor

The Parks Division of the City of Canby Public Works Department has an exciting career opportunity for a Maintenance Worker I. This position is the first step in the Maintenance Worker series and performs a variety of routine operations, activities, and maintenance tasks of a limited to moderate complexity to maintain the infrastructure within the City, including streets, storm and sewer collection systems, parks, green spaces, sports fields, and facility maintenance.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

• No supervision/leadership exercised.

The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities.

• Clean, maintain, inspect and repair City streets, sidewalks, pathways, and right-of-ways including street cleaning, pavement patching, concrete forming/finishing, sanding/removing snow and ice, and cutting and removing trees and vegetation. Layout and paint pavement markings. Remove old pavement markings as necessary. Install, inspect, repair and replace various street and regulatory signals/signs/lights and barricades, posts, etc. Use and operate flagging equipment to control traffic in vicinity of public works crews.
• Install, maintain, inspect and repair of City sanitary sewer and storm drain systems, including: clean sanitary sewer and storm lines, remove debris, inspect and repair manholes and catch basins, install and remove flow monitoring equipment, mow vegetation, mix and apply chemicals. Dye and smoke test system to establish service connection, flow tests and any infiltration/exfiltration that may be present. Conduct locates to accurately mark underground infrastructure lines.
• Maintain turf areas, mow, aerate, fertilize, irrigate, control weeds, maintain annual and perennial flowerbeds in parks landscape areas and other areas as assigned, apply bark dust/chips, maintain/repair/replace sprinkler heads and lines, and other similar activities.
• Maintain appearance of facilities, parks, green spaces, and sports fields by performing such tasks as minor carpentry and plumbing repairs, painting, fence repair, collect and dispose litter and garbage, rake/remove leaves, haul and/or chip brush and limbs, control pests. Check, clean and restock restrooms.
• Perform various special event tasks such as hanging banners, setting up and taking down holiday decorations, setting up barricades, assisting with traffic, etc.
• Operate various public works equipment, e.g. dump truck, loader, tractor, backhoe, power and riding mowers, jack hammer, chain saw, lance torch, high pressure cleaners, edger, blower, brush saw, misc. hand tools, etc. Perform operator maintenance, such as conducting pre- and post-operation checks, maintaining proper fluid levels, changing parts, cleaning, etc. Adhere to and perform established maintenance schedules as needed on vehicles and equipment, e.g. service, tune-ups, etc.
  
  Inspect all equipment, attachments and tools for safety.
• Conduct monthly inspections throughout City facilities - fire extinguishers, fire sprinkler systems, air conditioning and heating units, and security and alarm systems. Perform maintenance and minor repairs/replacements as needed. Assist outside contractors in assessment of major repair needs. Conduct proper paperwork. Track and document materials usage.
• Maintain and organize tool room, supplies, and stock. Ensure that all hand tools are accounted for and are placed in a safe and usable condition. Perform general inventory to account for all supplies, tools and equipment. May enter totals, reconcile in computer, and run related reports.
• Represent the City in a positive and professional manner. Respond to questions from citizens and visitors. Direct visitors to desired locations. Provide general assistance as needed.
• Conduct preventative maintenance or repair on variety of small engine equipment. Troubleshoot problems.
• Respond to emergency situations as needed.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations and the general public.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas.
• Performs additional duties as assigned