Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of the class is to assist in the maintenance of City facilities. The class is responsible for maintenance of streets and roads, grounds, water and sewer facilities, and related maintenance tasks. The class works according to set procedures under direct supervision. The employee works according to set procedures under direct supervision and strictly adheres to all applicable state and local laws, regulations, safety rules, departmental policies, and procedures.
COMPETENCIES:
* Safety Acumen
* Self-Leadership
* Customer Service
* Communication
* Self-Awareness
* Flexible
* Critical Thinking
* Trust
* Responsible
* Ethical
KEY FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
* Average skills; knowledge of commonly used work routines, rules, procedures, or operations; ability to use specialized equipment.
* Safely operates tools and equipment in all types of weather, or conditions.
The job may include morning, evening, weekend, holiday, split, or other work schedules.
* Inspects and maintains streets and roadways, by repairing, cleaning, painting, installing/ repairing signs, repairing cave-ins and drains, and other related maintenance tasks.
* Performs routine landscaping maintenance such as trimming trees, hedges, bushes and mowing lawns.
* Maintains facilities, tools and equipment in a clean and neat appearance.
* Maintains buildings and structures following direction from the supervisor and/or manager. This might include, but not limited to, drywall repair, painting, installation of fixtures, pavement hot and cold patches, street signs and pavement markings. It also involves cleaning, washing, moping, sweeping, vacuuming, re-stocking supplies, etc.
* Operates a variety of powered and hand operated machinery and equipment to facilitate maintenance and repair of public facilities.
* Maintains streets and roadways free of trash, debris, and FOD (foreign object damage)
* Thoroughly inspects and performs daily equipment and tool inspections; reporting mechanical defects, needed repairs, and damage upon daily inspection.
* Complies with all State and local laws; Departmental policies, safety rules, and procedures.
* Reports hazardous and dangerous conditions in and around the facility, including incidents/accidents immediately.
* Operates had and power tools such as trimmers, vacuum sweepers, outdoor hand held power equipment and mowers.
* Performs other related work as required.
Education and Experience
High school graduation or GED plus two years of experience.
Special Certifications and License
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Independence and Judgement
Average judgment; must recognize and resolve problems such as type of procedure to apply, where to refer call or correspondence without specified destination, when to change or sharpen blade on mower, whether there is a problem/malfunction with a piece of equipment that needs attention, etc.; may involve freedom in selection of work methods among approved routines, setting of priorities, or sequencing of tasks within established schedules.
Initiative and Ingenuity
Low chance for error because work is routine/repetitive/simple/reviewed carefully; standard procedures: not demanded to come up with creative solutions; refers anything unusual to supervisor.
Supervisory and Responsibility
Lead person in small work group; does not specifically assign work but is looked to for guidance.
Financial Responsibility
Does not deal with money.
Level and Frequency of Outside Contacts
Infrequent or non-difficult contacts with other people inside and/or outside department; straightforward information exchange, etc.
Physical Demands
Mostly moderate and fairly steady active physical exertion; may require brief periods of heavy muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to 35-50 lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.
Responsibility for Equipment and Property
Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; use of a City vehicle.
Working Conditions
Frequent travel associated with job; periodic situations that cause stress and tension in the execution of regular duties.
Other Requirements
The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.
ADA Requirements
The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Benefits
The City of Brownsville participates in a generous retirement plan with retirement opportunities available at 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of continuous service at any age. The City has an exceptional employee and family medical and dental insurance plan. Employees may also contribute to deferred compensation plans from Equitable and supplemental insurance plans from AFLAC and Colonial Life.
Full time employees have the opportunity to accumulate 10 sick days and 10 annual days per year. Additionally, the City of Brownsville observes 12 holidays annually.
EEOC Statements
The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
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