Public Works Technician IV (Urban Forestry)

City of Hollywood, Florida•Fl, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, the City of Hollywood provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees. Want Top Notch Insurance? We offer low cost health insurance giving you the best value - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans. Need Work Life Balance? We have got you covered with a 4-Day Work Week and an Award Winning Wellness Program. And We Don’t Stop There. The City of Hollywood provides a generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave. Repaying Student Loans? Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on-time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Let’s Partner Together and Come Grow with the City of Hollywood. Apply Now! For more information about this position and our competitive pay, benefits package and pension plan, refer to this job posting or our City website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hollywoodfl . JOB SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, performs skilled and basic work in the operation of medium to heavy trucks and other equipment to include the maintenance of City owned roads, facilities, beaches and all areas within the rights-of-way and performs other related duties as assigned. Employees in this class are responsible for skilled work at City owned and maintained properties and supervising a limited number of semi-skilled or unskilled workers. Supervision is received through superiors who give general direction as to job requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience in manual labor, construction, or maintenance related experience to include but not limited to paving work, concrete work, grouting or hardscaping, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
One (1) year of experience operating heavy and light equipment.
Current and valid Florida Commercial Driver’s license Class B.
For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class B) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.
Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
Knowledge of operation of a variety of heavy and light equipment and vehicles.
Knowledge of skilled trades related to streets, sidewalks, and all areas within the rights-of-way.
Knowledge of building codes and accessibility requirements under the ADA.
Knowledge of specialized machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for the maintenance, repair of streets, sidewalks, and all areas within the rights-of-way.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Skill in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
Skill in using hand and power tools and equipment.
Skill in operating and working around moving equipment.
Skill in operating and performing preventive maintenance on designated equipment.
Ability to follow and interpret instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic or schedule form.
Ability to read and follow blueprints, as-builts, and engineering drawings.
Ability to supervise the work of semi-skilled and unskilled workers.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to follow safety practices and recognize hazards.
Ability to represent the City effectively and positively in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation/gender identity.
Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers, and the public.

Nice To Haves

Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on-time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Responsibilities

Operates power construction equipment including but not limited to motor graders, bulldozers, backhoes, tractors, grapple trucks, bucket trucks or front-end loaders to excavate, move and grade earth, erect structures, pour concrete or other hard surface pavement or other work as appropriate to equipment type.
Operates dump trucks with a capacity up to 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and other like vehicles to support a variety of city construction and maintenance projects/assignments.
Performs daily routine preventive maintenance and servicing of vehicles and equipment (e.g., refuels, checks fluid levels, hoses, signal operation, brakes, and lights) and refers major repairs.
Supervises skilled and unskilled employees in a lower grade on an as needed basis.
Loads, hauls, and unloads equipment and materials to job site, as needed.
Performs various construction and/or maintenance tasks (e.g., hauling trash and debris, repairing asphalt, and repairing sidewalks).
May operate heavy equipment, such as dump truck, front-end loader, patch truck, etc., as required.
Troubleshoots maintenance problems involving streets, sidewalks, and all areas within the rights-of-way.
Performs senior journeyman level tasks related to the maintenance of City owned roads, facilities, beaches, and all areas within the rights-of-way ensuring work quality and on-time completion.
Performs tasks involving physical labor at construction/maintenance sites.
May operate hand and power tool of all types to include but not limited to air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, and a variety of other small equipment associated with the project.
May clean and prepare sites for construction to include but not limited to digging trenches, leveling ground, cleaning up rubble, debris, and other waste materials.
May smooth and level surfaces of poured concrete, such as walks, sidewalks, and/or curbs using a variety of hand tools.
Align and place forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; and use power tools to cut expansion joints and grind uneven edges.
May be required to patch broken or eroded pavement and repair guard rails and highway markers.
May be required to mow or clear brush, which may include but not limited to any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, weeding, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, sprinkler installation, and installation of mortar less segmental concrete masonry
May be required to collect trash and debris from City maintained properties; loads vehicles with trash and debris; disposes of trash and debris.
Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition.
Follow safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of self, other employees, and individuals.
Works collaboratively and effectively with all members of the assigned crew to accomplish required working assignments and City projects.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, vendors, contractors, the public and others as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information and resolve problems.
Must be able and willing to perform all duties of subordinate positions
Performs related work as required for this position description only.