Municipal Service Worker I

Starting salary to commence at $38,627 except in extenuating circumstances. General Statement of Job Performs unskilled/semi-skilled manual labor, as well as skilled tasks in areas of operations and property maintenance as assigned.

City Expectations :

Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions:

Level I (Grade 118) Operates motorized construction, maintenance and landscape equipment as assigned. 2. Transports supplies, tools, or other material to and from job site. 3. Performs the installation, maintenance, repair or replacement of all related components of the department operations as directed. 4. Maintains assigned records and report forms required by the City and/or regulatory agencies accurately and legibly.

Responsibilities :

Responsible for individual safety and appropriate use/care/maintenance of tools/equipment used. Responsible in work to assigned foreman or designated supervisor. Minimum Education and Training Level I (Grade 118) High school graduate or equivalent. Possess a valid Florida Driver's license, free of any serious violations or ability to obtain an instate license within thirty (30) days from date of hire.

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required Skill Requirements :

Knowledge of applicable methods, materials, equipment and techniques. Ability to operate motorized equipment. Awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and maintain/interpret records, prints, maps, plans, and diagrams. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, fellow employees, and the general public.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and lift. Physical exertion large part of job. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather and for prolonged periods of time. Must have good eyesight and hearing with or without aides. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities.

Working Conditions :

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors during all types of weather conditions. May also work in roadways where vehicle traffic hazards exist.

Other :

It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions. Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers. The City of Venice values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is available for certain service members, veterans, and family members. The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace