Maintenance Worker - Roads & Streets

Town Of Pembroke Park•Pembroke Park, FL

5d•$42,877 - $53,596•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Roads & Streets Crew Leader, performs semi-skilled work in connection with the maintenance and operation of roads and streets in a safe, effective, and efficient manner to protect public health and safety. Performs a variety of tasks involving above-average physical effort, and operation of power tools and equipment requiring some manipulative skills and the ability to work without constant supervision once tasks are learned. Work is performed under close or moderate supervision of the Roads & Streets Crew Leader and is reviewed while in progress and upon completion through direct observation to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Requirements

Valid Florida Driver's License.
Florida CDL Class B.
A High School Diploma or the equivalent.
Proficiency in the English language.
One (1) year of experience in construction, landscaping, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

OSHA Certification preferred.
Pesticides Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and edging lawns, weeding, planting, and trimming hedges.
Perform trash collection.
Repair potholes, irrigation, end caps of medians.
Low voltage lightbulb replacement.
Ensure that Town vehicles and equipment are operational, maintained and routinely inspected.
Prepare, install, and remove Town holiday decorations.
Participate in Town event setup and breakdown support as needed. On-call status is expected during these times and events.
Conduct traffic control while performing work (MOT).
Conduct striping of blacktop and parking areas.
Attend regular safety meetings.
Layout, plant, trim, weed, fertilize, and apply mulch to flower and landscape beds.
Clean graffiti from Town streets and structures.
Clean sidewalks, awnings, and Town buildings.
Ensure that Town facilities are locked and secure.
Set up chairs, tables, and other equipment for Town activities as needed.
Perform removal and compacting earth with shovels, clearing debris, picking up litter, and carrying tools and equipment.
Ensures the beatification of all public areas within the Town, including the main corridors.
Collect recyclable materials from commercial and residential waste receptacles.
Pick-up and dispose of dead animals as are applicable.
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.
Perform installation and maintenance of irrigation systems, equipment, and related components.
Perform custodial and general maintenance work for the Town's utility facilities and grounds as is applicable.
Any/all assigned duties and responsibilities related to Roads & Streets maintenance work.
This position is considered an essential employee during natural disasters or emergencies. On-call status is to be expected during these times.
Must provide support to other public work crews, division, or departments as needed.
Must always carry work phone and ensure it is operational.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid Time Off: Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Volunteer, Unpaid Personal Leave, and an Annual Personal Day.
Medical (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Dental (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Vision (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Life (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Short-Term Disability (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Long-Term Disability (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Additional Voluntary Life
Other Voluntary Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
Educational / Tuition Reimbursement
Retirement Benefits such as Florida Retirement System (FRS), 457b, and ROTH IRA
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)