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City of Kingsport, TN
Maintenance Worker I - Street Maintenance (Temporary)
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What they do
A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
$35,916 / year median in Tennessee
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Purpose Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the street maintenance department with the City. This position is temporary. If selected for the position in Street Maintenance, employment will be set up with a temporary staffing agency the City is contracted with for 2026/2027. This position is a pipeline to full-time employment with the City of Kingsport if full-time positions become available. The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations. Essential Functions Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks using appropriate hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, drills, blowers, etc.); Maintains City areas (this could include walkways, streets, potholes, snow and ice removal, litter pick-up, etc.); Operates non-CDL City-owned vehicles and equipment and responsibly comply with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and city policies; Operates small equipment such as an asphalt roller; Ensures all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner; Performs minor maintenance/repairs to equipment and vehicles used; Keeps appropriate records of the tasks performed; Performs other duties as assigned.