MAINTENANCE WORKER- Sanitation

CITY OF WHEELING • Wheeling, WV

82d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision of a lead worker or Division Supervisor, performs entry level, semi-skilled labor in area of assignment. Maintains and repairs City streets, facilities, grounds, and centers in relation to area of assignment. Performs all types of general laborer duties including but not limited to shoveling, lifting, painting, grounds keeping, etc. to maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and reputation of the City. Learns more skilled tasks through on-the-job training. Performs other duties as assigned. Specific duties for Sanitation include picking up, carrying, and emptying waste cans, carrying and tossing waste bags, picking up debris and litter, and operating mechanisms for loading and dumping refuse. This role also involves performing custodial work, walking for extended periods, and potentially operating a truck on a relief basis.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to learn work specific tasks through on-the-job training.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Skill in following simple oral and/or written instructions.
• Skill in using proper safety precautions.
• Skill in identifying the equipment needs for each assigned project.
• Ability to lift moderate (0-25 lbs.) materials frequently.
• Ability to lift heavy (over 100 lbs.) materials on occasion.
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, twist and perform manual laborer duties throughout the shift.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manual laborer work experience in the area of assignment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs City streets, facilities, grounds, and centers.
• Performs general laborer duties such as shoveling, lifting, painting, and grounds keeping.
• Picks up, carries, and empties waste cans.
• Carries and tosses waste bags.
• Picks up debris and litter.
• Operates mechanisms for loading and dumping refuse.
• Performs custodial work.
• May operate truck on a relief basis.

What This Job Offers

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