MAINTENANCE WORKER II-Cemetery

City Of Lake Wales•Lake Wales, FL

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker II performs semi-skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, and maintenance of City cemeteries. The position works under the close supervision of the Superintendent and does not supervise other employees. The employee also assists in training lower-level employees and may serve on committees or perform other duties as required.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent.
Two years of experience relating to construction, maintenance, or repair, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction, and repair activities.
Skill in operating tools and equipment.
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods.
Ability to work safely.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Valid Florida driver's license and CDL certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain records relating to inspections and maintenance activities.
Determine the locations of utility lines from appropriate sources before excavation.
Clean and check equipment and tools after use to ensure proper maintenance.
Drive trucks of various sizes and weights to load, haul, and unload equipment, gravel, and sand.
Inspect assigned equipment and perform preventive maintenance; report defects or needed repairs to the supervisor and clean equipment.
Operate light and medium-sized construction and power equipment, including a mechanized broom, jetter/inductor truck, and backhoe/loader.
Perform duties in accordance with applicable safety and security standards.
Perform crew labor on construction and maintenance projects, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying, and backfilling.
Assist in training lower-level employees in facility maintenance, construction, and repair.
Operate power construction and maintenance equipment used in a variety of activities.
Serve on employee or other committees as assigned and perform other duties as required.