Maintenance Worker (Public Works) - Hourly/Part-Time

City of La Mirada•La Mirada, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, performs manual and semi-skilled maintenance work of streets, parkways, civic facilities, athletic facilities, aquatics facilities and parks. This position is typically scheduled to work Monday through Friday, between the hours of 4:00pm and 10:30pm, with approximately 25-28 hours per week. However, the schedule may change to accommodate the needs of the department. Work may be required during holiday closures and in support of City events which may fall on nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures; performs related work duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of the use and maintenance of basic power and hand tools, equipment, materials and methods used in building and ground maintenance work.
Knowledge of operation of mower, trimmer, irrigation and carpentry equipment.
Knowledge of related work hazards and safety procedures.
Ability to learn the use and maintenance of basic power and hand tools, equipment, and materials used in building or ground maintenance work.
Ability to perform manual labor in a variety of weather conditions.
Ability to perform work requiring physical strength, dexterity and endurance.
Ability to meet the physical requirements stated in the City's Job Function Analysis for the position, including ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.
Ability to read, write, and carry out oral and written instructions in English.
Ability to exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact with staff and the public.
Ability to utilize quality customer service skills and techniques.
Ability to work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
Experience in landscape maintenance, building maintenance, construction trades, pool maintenance, automotive mechanics, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, machine operation or related field is required.
High School graduate or the equivalent is required.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required.
Possession of a valid certified CPR, AED and First Aid certificate is required within the first three months of employment.

Responsibilities

Opening and closing of City facilities, parks, and athletic fields.
Assist with graffiti abatement.
Removes and disposes trash and debris from City facilities, parks, and public right-of-way.
Performs custodial and general maintenance of Civic Center buildings, park buildings and restrooms, aquatics center, and other City facilities.
Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and hand tools.
Weeds, edges, mows, waters, prunes, fertilizes, and seeds lawns, shrubs, trees, and ground cover.
Performs pick and shovel work; assists in concrete work.
Assists in the set-up and take-down of equipment, portable stage, and bleachers for City programs and special events.
Sets up baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and drags fields.
Performs striping of fields and assists in fence layout.
Work as needed during holiday closures.
Work as needed in support of City events which may fall on nights, weekends, and/or holidays.