Outdoor Maintenance II

City Of Gary • Gary, IN

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About The Position

Outdoor Maintenance II performs semi-skilled and skilled outdoor maintenance work, operating equipment to clear and maintain city streets, alleys, lots, and public spaces. The role helps keep public spaces in the COG free of debris and vegetative overgrowth. It safely operates light and medium-duty trucks, forklifts, mowers, striping machines, and other assigned equipment; fabricates and installs traffic signs; paints parking and crosswalk lines; patches holes with hot and cold mix; and plows snow. The position also maintains equipment and tools by cleaning and checking them after use and applies appropriate safety precautions in all work performed.

Requirements

• Some knowledge of equipment, methods, and procedures used in outdoor maintenance and repair activities.
• Ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other departments, and the public.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 to 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Clear and maintain city streets, alleys, lots, and public spaces.
• Keep public spaces in the COG free of debris and vegetative overgrowth.
• Safely operate light and medium-duty trucks, forklifts, mowers, striping machines, and other assigned equipment.
• Fabricate and install traffic signs.
• Paint parking and crosswalk lines.
• Patch holes with hot and cold mix.
• Plow snow.
• Clean and check equipment and tools after use to ensure proper maintenance.
• Use proper safety precautions in all work performed.

What This Job Offers

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