Maintenance Worker II

DEFINITION

Performs a variety of skilled maintenance duties and repairs on equipment and facilities, and general construction work, such as: maintenance and techniques in plumbing, carpentry, painting, and minor electrical work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties which are not listed below. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs template painting of traffic regulator signs, symbols, zone and other curb and street markings; installs or replaces street signs; installs poled and V channels. Patches streets with asphalt; loads asphalt and delivers to job site; performs rough concrete work for curbs and gutters. Pick up trash and debris from city facilities; remove fallen tree branches and palm fronds from streets. Collects trash daily and places debris in garbage dumpsters. Operates a variety of light and medium duty equipment; cleans and cares for tools and equipment; performs minor maintenance work on equipment and facilities. Assists other division crews and departments as needed; trims trees; clears brush; runs electrical cable; moves furniture and equipment. Cleans sewer lines with rodding machine; flushes line with water; cleans storm drains and gutters. Ensures compliance with the City's safe working policies and conditions. Cleans work areas to maintain a safe working environment daily. Assists in setting up facilities for meetings and other events including City Council meetings as needed. Operates a city vehicle and is responsible for its safe operation and reporting any observed maintenance needs. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

To qualify for this position, an individual must possess a combination of experience, education, and/or training that would likely produce the knowledge and abilities required to perform the work.:

Education and Experience :

Equivalent to High School Diploma or GED. One-year (1) of experience as a Maintenance Worker I or two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in construction and maintenance work or any combination of training and/or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of :

Operations, services, and activities of a Public Works maintenance program. Uses of basic hand and power tools; basic construction and maintenance materials, methods, and terminology; basic safety considerations of work. Operational characteristics of equipment used in street maintenance. City codes with respect to the repair and installation of equipment in the public right-of-way. The proper care and handling of materials and equipment used in public works maintenance. Basic maintenance methods and techniques in the areas of plumbing, carpentry, painting, and minor electrical work. Building materials used in public works maintenance. The City's safety policies and procedures. Methods and techniques of providing quality customer service to City staff and members of the public

Ability of :

Perform heavy manual labor; use basic hand and power tools; perform maintenance repairs and construction-related tasks. Perform thoroughly skilled maintenance duties in assigned area including installation street signs, street repair, and traffic control. Determine the amount/quantities of materials needed for repair work. Use a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner. Respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests for service in a fair, tactful, and firm manner. Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain availability on a 24/7 basis as determined by supervisor or manager. Including participating in the after-hours call-out rotation related to all city incidents, this may include weekends and holidays. Determine and use a wide variety of tools and equipment used in public works construction; operate light and medium duty equipment such as skip loader, backhoe, and trucks; use jack hammer, paint compressor, chippers, and sewer machine etc.

LICENSE, CERTIFICATE, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Ability to obtain and retain a California Class C driver's license by the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The employee might be required to acquire a California Class "B" Commercial Driver's License by the end of probationary period depending on the type of equipment used.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility

• frequent standing for extended periods, occasional sitting; frequent walking, works on scaffolding; frequent driving may be required, depending upon assignment; frequent pushing/pulling; frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, and crawling. Lifting
• occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision
• constant use of good overall vision for reading/close up work; frequent use of color perception and eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision. Dexterity
• frequent repetitive motion from performing maintenance work; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking
• frequent hearing/talking to others on the telephone and in person; occasional hearing of faint sounds. Emotional/Psychological
• frequent concentration; frequent public contact; occasional working alone.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment requiring travel to multiple locations to complete work. Work environments may be noisy. Within the outdoor environment, employees are exposed to inclement weather conditions, fluctuating temperatures, moving vehicles and equipment, and some exposure to fumes and chemicals. Employees may interact with upset or angry members of the public in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Positions will require occasional overtime and weekend work.