Maintenance Worker 1 / 2 - Wastewater Division

City of Eugene, OR•Eugene, OR

39d•$25 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker 1/2 performs a wide variety of entry-level building maintenance and ground maintenance including: mowing both rough and finished lawn; horticulture, weed control, and tree pruning; construction, small through large-sized equipment operation, and may train on some heavy construction equipment; tank cleaning and industrial painting as related to the regional wastewater treatment facilities; works at various Wastewater Division locations independently and within a team setting. This position requires working in confined spaces and coming in contact with raw sewage on a frequent basis.

Requirements

One year of experience in public works maintenance, construction, groundskeeping, or repair work.
A valid Oregon driver's license or, the ability to obtain by date of hire; must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City's standard.
Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license (with appropriate endorsements) within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).
Ability to obtain an Oregon Class A Commercial Driver's License within the probationary period. City of Eugene will provide onsite training to obtain Class A CDL.
Public Pesticide Applicators License, or the ability to obtain within one year of hire date. City of Eugene will provide training.
Types and uses of tools and light equipment used in maintenance, repair, and/or construction work.
Standard safety precautions and ability to identify hazards.
Public works maintenance, repair and construction work in area of assignment.
Safety hazards and safe working procedures in area of assignment.
Types and uses of tools and equipment used in maintenance, repair, and/or construction work.
Preventive maintenance practices.
Perform manual construction and facilities maintenance duties in areas of assignment.
Operate assigned equipment and specialized hand and power tools.
Follow oral and written instructions and to keep accurate work records.
Perform strenuous physical work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and frequently in confined spaces and uncomfortable conditions, which may include direct contact with raw sewage and heavy lifting.
Learn new tasks and equipment operations as required.
Work independently or as part of a crew.
Identify hazards.
Provide and wear personal protective equipment as required.
Assign, lead, train and review the work of seasonal employees.
Communicate effectively and courteously with City employees and the public and establish effective working relationships.
Be available and respond for emergency call-back as necessary.
Use computers.

Responsibilities

Operates light and medium and large-sized construction equipment such as small tractor loaders, 10+-yard dump trucks, aerial lifts, crane, concrete saw, portable pumps, and other equipment as assigned.
Performs rough mowing using tractor and flail; finished mowing using large riding finish mowers.
Performs minor building maintenance duties such as: minor plumbing, wall, and door repair; painting of industrial equipment, rooms, and floors.
Performs minor concrete repair and may assist with large-scale concrete projects which include forming, pouring, and finishing.
Performs horticulture duties that include maintenance and planting of bedding areas, flowers, shrubs, bulbs, roses, and trees.
Performs plant selection, design, and pruning of shrubs and trees. Performs irrigation repair to facilities irrigation systems.
Performs work in various types of confined spaces.
Perform utility locates.
Performs various tank cleaning throughout the wastewater facilities that includes grit chambers, primary and secondary clarifiers, and contact chambers.
Performs general maintenance of construction equipment, hand, and power tools; identifies needed repairs and preventive maintenance of vehicles and large equipment.
Works in and around raw sewage.
Maintains daily work records as required.
Performs minor carpentry and other related tasks.
May require shift and/or weekend work.