Maintenance Worker (Infrastructure/Streets) (2 positions)

City of Deerfield Beach • Environmental Services, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to perform semi-skilled and skilled work involving the installation, maintenance, and repair of the city’s infrastructure in a safe, effective, and efficient manner to protect public health and safety. This includes work on streets, utilities, and general maintenance of City public rights of way. Duties are contingent upon the assigned department. This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Requirements

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must be comfortable working outside year-round in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and/or any combination in between environmental factors, and be prepared to adapt as needed.
• Knowledge of equipment, materials, and tools used in construction, grounds maintenance, utilities, or routine painting work.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices, procedures and regulations application to work being performed.
• Knowledge of the equipment, methods and materials used in ground maintenance.
• Knowledge of the proper methods and procedures used in cleaning work areas and equipment.
• Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
• Ability to take oral and/or written instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Six (6) months of experience is preferred in general construction, building and grounds maintenance, or mechanical trades or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs installation, construction, maintenance and repair of city infrastructures to include streets, sidewalks, bridges, and drainage systems.
• Perform manual and/or laboring activities and general maintenance tasks in area of assignment.
• Depending on area of assignment may operate, or assist with the operation of a variety of power tools, light and/or heavy equipment, and motorized vehicles.
• Clean graffiti from City streets and structures.
• Clean sidewalks And streets
• Assist street maintenance crews in removing and compacting earth with shovels, clearing debris, picking up litter, and carrying tools and equipment.
• Assists with installation, maintenance, removals and repair of manholes, pumps, lift stations and related infrastructure.
• Assists with locating and repairing utilities
• Assists in general work orders.
• Assists with building and repairing manholes and other related facilities.
• Load and unload materials on trucks; transport employees, materials, tools and/or equipment to and from appropriate locations.
• Ensure availability of needed materials and supplies.
• Visually check equipment and report maintenance or repair problems at the beginning and the end of the workday, assuring equipment is properly equipped, serviced and cleaned.
• Dig trenches and install pipes as applicable.
• Respond to public complaints and correct any discrepancies.
• Identify safety issues, correct all discrepancies and report all activities to immediate supervisor.
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED