Public Maintenance Worker - Facilities Maintenance

Job Title

Performs duties in the maintenance of municipal properties consisting of both outdoor lawn maintenance and indoor janitorial duties.

Operates a variety of motorized equipment including tractor and trucks, use a variety of power tools including mowers and weed eaters.

Cleans municipal properties including right-a-ways, ditches, and curbs.

Collects litter in assigned areas

Performs minor repairs such as painting and sign posting.

Responsible for maintenance and minor repair of equipment.

Uses good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly.

May be required to work evening and weekends.

Performs related work as assigned

Knowledge of city, state, federal regulations pertaining to the operation of equipment in public spaces. Proper techniques and uses of a variety of hand tools and power tools.

Knowledge of mechanical, proper care and skillful/safe operation of equipment.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, read addresses, directions, and signs.

Six months experience in using mowers, weed eaters, shovels, drills and power saws.

Possession of Valid Driver's License

Satisfactory Driving Record

Proof of Citizenship and/or eligibility to work in the U.S. legally.

Physical Examination

Drug Screen

Background investigation

All City employees are required in the course and scope of their employment to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of Kingsville citizens. City employees must be able to work immediately before, during, and/or immediately after an emergency in accordance with the City of Kingsville Emergency Services Policy No. 881 effective August 28, 2006.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; push, pull and/or drag up to 100 pounds of equipment and/or materials; climbs, crawls, kneels, squats, stoops, stands, sits, and bends when driving or maintaining equipment; hear and see clearly when working around equipment or in traffic. Works outdoors in extreme temperatures and inclement weather with some exposure to dust, fumes, noise, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards while using proper safety precautions.

This position is not eligible for benefits.