Construction Worker I (Stormwater)

City of Rocky Mount•Nc, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in the maintenance of and performs skilled work in construction, repair and maintenance of parks, facilities and grounds. Responsible for removing low handling limbs, maintain rights-of way and traffic islands. Repairs damage caused by erosion, removes low hanging limbs of the City's open ditches, canals, basins, sidewalks, and other areas.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned tools and equipment.
Knowledge of park maintenance policies and procedures.
Knowledge of safety standards.
Ability to prepare daily worksheets.
Ability to follow safety guidelines.
Skill in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
Skill in the repair and maintenance of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs assigned tools and equipment.
Constructs Park structures and recreational equipment, including swing sets, basketball goals, tennis courts, gazebos, fishing piers, look-out piers, and decks.
Maintains and cleans swimming pools and related equipment; adds chemicals to ensure water quality.
Operates lawn mowing equipment, chainsaws, pole saws, shovels, picks, and axes.
Operates tools and equipment, including skill saw, table saw, miter saw, hammer drill, level, and wrenches; operates backhoes and other light equipment and sewer jet.
Cleans open ditches; landscapes and sows grass.
Repairs and replaces drain covers and basins.
Repairs damage caused by erosion.
Removes low hanging limbs.
Maintains rights-of-way and traffic islands.
Repairs water fountains and restrooms; repairs roofs; paints structures; resurfaces basketball courts and tennis courts; removes graffiti from buildings and sidewalks.
Assists with the demolition of condemned structures.
Transports materials and equipment to work sites.
Installs barricades and other traffic control devices.
Assists in the collection of loose leaves.
Follows safety guidelines.
Responds to after-hours emergencies.
Performs other related duties as assigned.