Maintenance Worker II (Streets) - City of Apopka

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This is manual work requiring the application of skills and knowledge of roadway maintenance activities. Performs skilled duties to the operation of heavy-equipment in transporting loose material, sand, grave, blacktop, and other materials and equipment essential in construction, maintenance and repair of city streets and storm drain systems. Forming and finishing concrete curb or sidewalk, driveways, asphalt repairs and trimming trees as operating maintenance equipment and tools. Work is performed under the supervision of the Foreman or Crew Leader, with the general supervision of the Operations and Maintenance Manager, and is reviewed through observation, conversation, and evaluation of results achieved.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Forming and rough finishing of concrete curb or sidewalk, driveways, asphalt repairs and trimming trees as well as operating maintenance equipment and tools.
• Installs and maintains MOTs, operates small pavement marking paint machine, assists in operation of street striping machine.
• Transports construction materials and equipment to designated work sites, positions truck for efficient loading by power shovel, trap, backhoe or loader etc. operates flat-bed truck in hauling lumber, cement, steel tools and other equipment Makes daily check of oil, water, tires and services with fuel to prepare for daily work assignments, keeps notes of needed or maintenance.
• Work includes the operation of trucks and less complex automotive equipment, as well as the use of specialized machines, such as hand and power tools, repair and construction of concrete and asphalt streets, sidewalks, driveways and curbing, including the raking of asphalt to grade and the forming and rough finishing of concrete curb or sidewalk and trimming trees
• Works frequently in extreme weather. Occasionally works in confined areas and at various heights.
• Performs any other duties or tasks that may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of trucks and other light-duty automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of the general tools and techniques applicable to the area of assignment. Knowledge of the safety precautions and hazards of construction and maintenance work.
• Knowledge of concrete and asphalt repair and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints, diagrams, and technical data. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work safely for protection of self and co-workers and to perform heavy manual tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent certification required. Two or more years in laboring work within the area of assignment.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida Commercial Driver's License, Class B with Air Brakes or the Learners Permit at time of application and be able to obtain permanent license within 120 days of hire.

EQUIPMENT USED

Communication equipment, (ie, radio, telephone), computers, copy machine, various hand tools, dump truck, flat-bed truck, roller, front-end loader, back-hoe, skid steer, forklift, wood chippers, compressor, pneumatic tools, power tampers, paint machines, various hand and power tools and street sweeper, loader, finish asphalt roller, and various motor vehicles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work requires standing for extended periods; frequent lifting of 40 pounds or more, frequent bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, digging, reaching, crawling, kneeling, and climbing of ladders. Frequently operates dump truck, pick-up truck, flatbed truck, backhoe and pneumatic tools, street sweeper, loader

JOB LOCATION

All City owned buildings, parks, grounds and recreation facilities. Any off-site locations and facilities utilized as part of the City's participation or involvement in an event, activity or job assignment.