Maintenance Worker I (Grounds Maintenance)

City of Kingsport•Kingsport, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in various divisions throughout the City. This role involves performing maintenance tasks using hand and power tools, operating various types of equipment, and maintaining City facilities and areas. The position may be assigned to Grounds Maintenance or Landscaping departments. Upon successful completion of certain conditions, the employee may be promoted to Maintenance Worker II. Failure to meet these conditions may result in termination.

Requirements

Ability to work independently
Knowledge of the appropriate skilled trades associated with the assigned department
Knowledge in using hand and power tools in construction and maintenance work
Knowledge of methods and practices used in performing skilled building maintenance
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of relevant equipment
Knowledge of the elements of construction technology as they relate to the assigned construction, maintenance, and repair activities
Skill in performing manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions
Skill in reading schematics and following written instructions
Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing, including tactful and courteous communications with the public
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other city personnel, and the public
High School graduate or GED equivalent preferred
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Must have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or obtain a Learner’s Permit within 6 months of hire (when assigned to Grounds Maintenance or Landscaping)
Must obtain a pesticide certification within 6 months of hire (when assigned to Grounds Maintenance or Landscaping)

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks using appropriate hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, drills, blowers, chainsaws, pipe saws, etc.)
Operates small equipment (mowers, tractors, skid steer, brush chipper, stump grinder, trencher, infield machine, asphalt rollers, concrete saws, pipe cleaning equipment, etc.)
Maintains City facilities and areas (this could include open green spaces, landscape beds, trees, right-of-way vegetation, litter control, walkways, streets, potholes, snow and ice removal, garbage collection, cart delivery, etc.)
Operate City-owned vehicles and equipment and responsibly comply with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and city policies
Ensures all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner
Performs minor maintenance/repairs to equipment and vehicles used
Performs appropriate inspections and keeps equipment and vehicles clean and in safe working conditions
Keeps appropriate records of the tasks performed
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintains other open area grounds within the City (Grounds Maintenance)
Installation, maintenance, and removal of trees and landscaping (Landscaping)
Pesticide application (Landscaping)