Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance

description

summary: this is the advanced level of building and grounds maintenance. Positions at this level are distinguished from other job classifications of this type by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Work in this class requires leadership and participation in a variety of maintenance work related to the assigned area. Assignments also may include the occasional operation of trucks and other automotive or construction equipment incidental to regular duties.

Although some assignments may be carried out under general supervision of a crew leader who issues general or specific orders depending on the assignment. Work may be checked in progress or upon completion of the work

essential functions

the essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties. Additional essential functions may be identified by the company and listed as such in the incumbent's performance appraisal elements. Various tasks may be assigned under each essential function. Those that are listed under the examples of work are not all inclusive; they are examples only and may be amended or added to as needed by the city of ridgeland.

1. Repair and maintenance

2. Testing assistance

examples of work

(any one (1) position of this class may not include all duties listed, nor do listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class).

performs semiskilled duties in several trades in the construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of municipal public works buildings, parks, and similar facilities; may act as a crew leader on a crew working independently from the direct supervision of a crew leader in carrying out such duties.

participates in cleaning the job site, removal of refuse and debris, cutting and removal of foliage.

may work evenings and weekends as required by staffing shortages or emergency conditions.

when assigned to streets/drainage

secure and partition off work areas with traffic signs, cones and barricades; flag and direct traffic around work areas.

clear drainage channels of refuse and debris, clean road shoulders.

saw and jackhammer paved surfaces to perform necessary repairs, set forms for concrete, finish concrete and pull forms.

tar road surface to be repaired and tack edges, prepare and shovel mix into repair area and rake patch for rolling.

maintain street right-of-way and medians, remove litter and cut grass.

clean city street, gutters and alleyways along assigned routes.

when assigned to water and sewer:

assist maintenance staff engaged in a variety of water maintenance/distribution and water and sewer meter maintenance activities.

excavate, inspect, flush, clean, and repair water mains, lines and services; assist with making taps for new services.

install, repair and replace manholes, fire hydrants, valves, meters and meter vaults and boxes.

test, disassemble, clean, and repair of commercial and residential water meters; replace worn or faulty parts.

disconnect water service and plugging or pulling water meters for delinquent bills.

ensure pumps are running properly, repair pumps as needed.

oversee and assist maintenance staff engaged in a variety of sewer maintenance activities.

when assigned to protective inspections:

lead and participate in a variety of maintenance work related to assigned area, provide training to new employees.

operate hand and power tools including air compressor, chain saw, weed eater, riding and push lawn mowers, paint machine and floor buffer.

identify equipment needs for each assigned project; pick-up and deliver equipment to and from work sites.

the task of maintenance and repair of city buildings to include the following: general cleaning, waxing floors, landscaping, hvac, minor nonstructural repairs, lighting, and providing proper clearance for stored materials from electrical panels and water heaters.

the person in this position must be able to conduct general vehicle maintenance to include: checking all fluid levels, tire air pressure, refueling and general cleaning.

supervisory responsibilities

no supervisory responsibilities are required.

incumbent performs other job-related tasks as assigned and required; any duties/tasks included in the employee's performance evaluation elements are essential to that employee's position within the job classification.

minimum qualifications

the following minimum qualifications have been identified by subject matter experts (sme's) who have supervised this position or functioned in the position; they…