Field Maintenance Worker I- Streets

Capital Region Water•Harrisburg, PA

About The Position

This is an entry-level Field Maintenance Worker position in the Wastewater Department, Streets Group. This position is responsible for operating equipment associated with the maintenance of streets, sewers, and buildings in various locations throughout the City of Harrisburg. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Field Supervisor - Streets, Chief Operations Officer for Wastewater, or designee.

Requirements

Experience performing street and sewer maintenance, including debris removal and stormwater inlet inspection.
Experience operating construction or maintenance equipment such as dump trucks, street sweepers and other associated equipment.
Experience performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment.
Experience working in outdoor environments and under varying weather conditions.
Experience working in environments involving noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust, and poor ventilation.
Proficiency in operating specialized vehicles and equipment, such as snowplows, forklifts, salt spreaders and skid steers.
Ability to utilize a computer tablet for documentation of work completed
Ability to use considerable skill in manipulating and operating all equipment.
Ability to operate equipment within all safety regulations.
Ability to use tools required to perform daily and preventative maintenance, and minor repairs of the vehicles and equipment being operated.
Working knowledge of vehicle and standard equipment maintenance.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to comprehend operator’s manuals for all types of equipment and special attachments.
Ability to perform manual work involving extensive walking and strenuous physical activity for prolonged periods, often under adverse weather and working conditions.
Knowledge of safe operating practices and traffic safety regulations.
Ability to react quickly and appropriately to alarms and hazardous situations
High School Diploma or GED
Six months of experience operating specialized vehicles and equipment, such as snowplows and forklifts, with prior operation of street sweeping equipment preferred.
Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill and abilities.
A valid Pennsylvania Driver's License, Class C.

Responsibilities

Operating equipment associated with the maintenance of streets, sewers, and buildings
Maintenance of streets
Maintenance of sewers
Maintenance of buildings