Under general supervision, to serve as lead worker and participate in the work of a crew involved in the maintenance of City streets, parks, and related areas; to perform more difficult and complex tasks in streets and parks maintenance work; and perform other related work as required. Incumbents whose positions are allocated to this class (Parks Division and Streets Division) are assigned the more difficult and complex tasks. This is the full journey level class in the Public Works series. Incumbents are assigned duties requiring them to perform independently or with minimal supervision. Positions will also typically provide lead supervision to a small crew of other public works employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education :

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.

Experience:

Applicable time as a city employee or 3 years of experience in construction work, parks, grounds, and pool maintenance, or other related experience for the type of work listed. Experience with heavy machinery such as; backhoe, forklift, and tractor.

Licenses/Certificates:

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Duties:

General Assignments:

General building maintenance and custodial duties including sweeping and mopping floors and emptying trash. Delivery and set up of furniture and equipment for special events. Assisting in the maintenance and repair of water and sewer lines and services. Maintenance and repair or water meters. Minor construction work including digging trenches, laying pipe, installing sprinkler systems, and pouring concrete. Manual labor including disposing of rubbish, cleaning streets and culverts, and removing weeds. Other duties as assigned.

Streets Division:

Leads and assists a crew in the maintenance of City streets, alleys and sidewalks. Operates moderately heavy power equipment. Ensures that safe operating practices are followed by crew. Performs minor maintenance and repair to assigned equipment. Assists in estimating materials and time needed for projects. Maintains time sheets and records of materials used. May also be required to perform job duties typically assigned Maintenance Worker I. Other duties as assigned.

Parks Division:

Assumes responsibility for the maintenance of assigned City parks and their facilities. Supervises, assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned park personnel. Trains and instructs inexperienced personnel. Maintains material records and requisitions supplies. Keeps all tools and equipment I a clean and safe working condition. May also be required to perform job duties typically assigned Maintenance Worker I. Other duties as assigned.