640 - Maintenance Worker I
About The Position
The Maintenance Worker I is responsible for performing maintenance of streets and roadways, right of way, grounds, pump and valve stations, by repairing cleaning, painting and repairing cave-ins drains and other related maintenance tasks. Performs routine landscaping maintenance such as trimming trees, hedges, bushes, and mowing lawns and other related tasks as necessary. The employee works according to set procedures under direct supervision and strictly adheres to all applicable state and local laws, regulations, safety rules, departmental policies, and procedures.
Requirements
- High school or GED or sufficient education to read and write with no experience.
- Valid Texas Driver's License
Nice To Haves
- Six months of work related experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely operates tools and equipment in all types of weather, or conditions.
- Maintains green areas by mowing, weeding, and or trimming vegetation.
- Maintains facilities, tools and equipment in a clean and neat appearance.
- Maintains buildings and structures following direction from the supervisor and/or manager. This might include, but is not limited to, drywall repair, painting, installation of fixtures, pavement hot and cold patches, streets signs and pavement markings. It also involves cleaning, washing, moping, sweeping, vacuuming, re-stocking supplies, etc.
- Maintains streets and roadways free of trash, debris, and FOD (foreign object damage)
- Thoroughly inspects and performs daily equipment and tool inspections, reporting mechanical defects, needed repairs, and damage upon daily inspection.
- Complies with all State and local laws; Departmental policies, safety rules, and procedures.
- Reports hazardous and dangerous conditions in and around the facility, including incidents/accidents immediately.
- Communicates professionally and responsibly.
- Is able to work in groups, and is a good team player.
- Operates had and power tools such as trimmers, vacuum sweepers, outdoor hand held power equipment and mowers.
- Performs other related work as required.
Benefits
- The City of Brownsville participates in a generous retirement plan with retirement opportunities available at 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.
- The City has an exceptional employee and family medical, dental and life insurance plan.
- Employees may also contribute to deferred compensation plans from Equitable and supplemental insurance plans from AFLAC and Colonial Life.
- Full time employees have the opportunity to accumulate 10 sick days and 15 annual days per year.
- Additionally, the City of Brownsville observes 14 holidays annually and two (2) floating holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
