What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker position at City of Gainesville, GA?
When assigned to Department of Water Resources
Performs routine repair and maintenance functions on equipment and on the grounds of Public Utilities, assisting operators and other workers to keep the functions of the department operating at the highest possible levels.
When assigned to Public Works
Performs routine, semi-skilled manual labor in the construction and/or maintenance of streets, roadways, drainage, buildings, grounds and other public facilities. Performs a variety of indoor/outdoor tasks, using some small hand-operated power tools and mechanical equipment. May operate trucks and other equipment to transport personnel and tools to and from work sites, and to load, unload, and move materials. When assigned to Department of Water Resources
Completes preventative maintenance on augers, pumps, and other equipment at the various utilities facilities.
Performs routine maintenance on equipment assuring grease and oil are added when necessary.
Cleans, paints, washes, and repairs all facility buildings inside and outside; cuts grass; weeds lawns and flower beds.
Clears sewer line and right-of-ways as needed.
Shovels sludge; washes clarifying units; grinds rust off units; washes oil wells and contact chambers.
Keeps stock room maintained; informs supervisor of any problems or short supplies.
Helps drain all units twice a year.
May use a backhoe to replace lines; may assist with electrical repairs.
Performs other related duties as required.
Employee subject to recall to duty in cases of emergency.
When assigned to Public Works
Cuts grass by operating a power push mower; trims grass around obstacles such as shrubs, markers, walls, walks, etc. using a weed eater; digs holes manually using a shovel/spade.
Cleans streets by cutting back brush, removing debris from drains, and removing bulky trash; cleans out catch basins by removing drain and clearing out obstructions using a shovel and/or pitch fork; may be required to backfill between new catch basin and dirt wall.
May perform or assist with any of the following: trims hedges; rakes leaves; plants grass; cuts down dead trees; clears storm drains; edges sidewalks; plants shrubs; and collects trash and litter.
Uses sling blade and bush axe for clearing sewer line or utility right-of-ways; empties drying beds as instructed; paints equipment/machinery as needed; may assist in cleaning facilities.
Operates a variety of hand and power tools to clear and maintain utility easements and right-of-ways. Tools include shovel, axe, sling blade, bush axe, power tools, chain saw, weed eater, etc.
May put out road signs; may flag traffic as needed.
Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment.
Shovels asphalt from asphalt pile or from dump truck, levels hole with a loop, and packs asphalt with a hand tamp or gas-powered tamp.
Assists with construction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters; levels construction area; builds forms; mixes cement; pours cement; levels cement using a bull float, hand float and/or trowel.
Performs duties assigned to residential trash collection crews; collects refuse at residences and empties trash into truck; collects loose trash around trash area; operates blade to compact trash into truck. This includes household garbage, curbside rubbish and debris and recycling.
May instruct and/or train inmates, part-time employees, and temporary employees.
May oversee the work and actions of inmates, part-time employees, and/or temporary employees.
Employee subject to work scheduled weekend, holiday, or after hour's standby.
Performs other related duties as required.
Employee subject to recall to duty in cases of emergency. Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. desirable.
Ability to read and write.
One year of related experience required.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
When assigned to Department of Water Resources
Level III Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technologist Certificate preferred.
Level II Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technologist Certificate preferred.
Class III Water/ Wastewater Treatment Operator License preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
When assigned to Department of Water Resources
Knowledge of mechanical repairs.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques and practices.
Skill in operating machinery and using assorted hand tools.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
When assigned to Public Works
Knowledge of department operations and procedures.
Skill in operating hand and power tools and small equipment used by department.
Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
Knowledge of mechanical repairs.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques and practices.
Skill in operating machinery and using assorted hand tools.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.This position is classified as safety-sensitive. Incumbent will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.
When assigned to Department of Water Resources
Performs routine repair and maintenance functions on equipment and on the grounds of Public Utilities, assisting operators and other workers to keep the functions of the department operating at the highest possible levels.
When assigned to Public Works
Performs routine, semi-skilled manual labor in the construction and/or maintenance of streets, roadways, drainage, buildings, grounds and other public facilities. Performs a variety of indoor/outdoor tasks, using some small hand-operated power tools and mechanical equipment. May operate trucks and other equipment to transport personnel and tools to and from work sites, and to load, unload, and move materials. When assigned to Department of Water Resources
Completes preventative maintenance on augers, pumps, and other equipment at the various utilities facilities.
Performs routine maintenance on equipment assuring grease and oil are added when necessary.
Cleans, paints, washes, and repairs all facility buildings inside and outside; cuts grass; weeds lawns and flower beds.
Clears sewer line and right-of-ways as needed.
Shovels sludge; washes clarifying units; grinds rust off units; washes oil wells and contact chambers.
Keeps stock room maintained; informs supervisor of any problems or short supplies.
Helps drain all units twice a year.
May use a backhoe to replace lines; may assist with electrical repairs.
Performs other related duties as required.
Employee subject to recall to duty in cases of emergency.
When assigned to Public Works
Cuts grass by operating a power push mower; trims grass around obstacles such as shrubs, markers, walls, walks, etc. using a weed eater; digs holes manually using a shovel/spade.
Cleans streets by cutting back brush, removing debris from drains, and removing bulky trash; cleans out catch basins by removing drain and clearing out obstructions using a shovel and/or pitch fork; may be required to backfill between new catch basin and dirt wall.
May perform or assist with any of the following: trims hedges; rakes leaves; plants grass; cuts down dead trees; clears storm drains; edges sidewalks; plants shrubs; and collects trash and litter.
Uses sling blade and bush axe for clearing sewer line or utility right-of-ways; empties drying beds as instructed; paints equipment/machinery as needed; may assist in cleaning facilities.
Operates a variety of hand and power tools to clear and maintain utility easements and right-of-ways. Tools include shovel, axe, sling blade, bush axe, power tools, chain saw, weed eater, etc.
May put out road signs; may flag traffic as needed.
Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment.
Shovels asphalt from asphalt pile or from dump truck, levels hole with a loop, and packs asphalt with a hand tamp or gas-powered tamp.
Assists with construction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters; levels construction area; builds forms; mixes cement; pours cement; levels cement using a bull float, hand float and/or trowel.
Performs duties assigned to residential trash collection crews; collects refuse at residences and empties trash into truck; collects loose trash around trash area; operates blade to compact trash into truck. This includes household garbage, curbside rubbish and debris and recycling.
May instruct and/or train inmates, part-time employees, and temporary employees.
May oversee the work and actions of inmates, part-time employees, and/or temporary employees.
Employee subject to work scheduled weekend, holiday, or after hour's standby.
Performs other related duties as required.
Employee subject to recall to duty in cases of emergency. Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. desirable.
Ability to read and write.
One year of related experience required.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
When assigned to Department of Water Resources
Level III Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technologist Certificate preferred.
Level II Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technologist Certificate preferred.
Class III Water/ Wastewater Treatment Operator License preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
When assigned to Department of Water Resources
Knowledge of mechanical repairs.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques and practices.
Skill in operating machinery and using assorted hand tools.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
When assigned to Public Works
Knowledge of department operations and procedures.
Skill in operating hand and power tools and small equipment used by department.
Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
Knowledge of mechanical repairs.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques and practices.
Skill in operating machinery and using assorted hand tools.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.This position is classified as safety-sensitive. Incumbent will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.
When assigned to Department of Water Resources
- Position qualifies for a 5% certification incentive based upon attainment of a Level III Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technologist Certificate.
- Position qualifies for a 5% certification incentive based upon attainment of a Level II Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technologist Certificate.
- Position qualifies for a 5% certification incentive based upon attainment of a Class III Water/ Wastewater Treatment Operator License.
- Position qualifies for a 5% certification incentive based upon attainment of a Level I Water/Wastewater Maintenance Technologist Certificate.
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Allows maximum of 10% above grade 12.
Salary : $30,763 - $39,291
