Maintenance Operator

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Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work in the construction, operation, repair, and maintenance of City owned facilities, grounds, infrastructure, and equipment with a positive team orientated attitude toward success.

Works under supervision of a Crew Leader. May assist to coordinate, instruct, or supervise the work of new employees or other personnel as assigned.

• Performs required labor including breaking pavement and curbing, excavating necessary material, and pouring asphalt and concrete in the construction, repair and maintenance of City streets, alleys, parkways, and lots; the inspection and maintenance of streetlights; installation of pavement markings and signs; removal and clean-up of graffiti and related damage to City property; litter pickup, landscape and tree maintenance; and the removal of debris from roadways and City property.
• Performs general carpentry and other construction-related activities in the repair and maintenance of City facilities. Repairs building systems including mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, and custodial as needed.
• Performs required labor as part of a Public Works crews including the inspection, maintenance, and installation of water distribution system appurtenances including maintenance of water piping, structures, manholes, valve vaults and buffalo boxes.
• Performs the installation, inspection and maintenance of fire hydrants, valves, and related equipment.
• Responds to residential complaints and other requests for service in response to excessive water usage, discoloration, or low pressure.
• Performs utility locations of all City utilities as part of Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators.
• Performs required labor including the installation, inspection, and maintenance of sanitary and storm structures, manholes, lift stations, vaults, catch basins, and sewer lines.
• As assigned, provides snow removal on City roadways, allies and sidewalks as part of the City’s regular snow operations.
• Responds to residential complaints and other requests for service.
• Responds to emergency events such as water main breaks, flooding, and snow removal.
• Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment. Performs routine inspection, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Assists with the oversight of contractors for various projects and repairs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Clears debris and other blockages from creeks and streams; digs culverts.

High school diploma or GED Equivalent. One to two years of experience in the repair & maintenance of facilities or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted provided the candidate has demonstrated the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• This position requires employees to respond to emergency and non-emergency situations outside normal business hours.
• Since Public Works operates 24/7, this position could be required to work various shifts to provide coverage 7 days a week. Typical shifts are 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.; or 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. This position requires the ability to work shifts outside normal working hours as needed.
• Some knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.
• The skill to operate the listed tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time; ability to work safely; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Knowledg…