What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Person position at CITY OF SALINE?
MAINTENANCE PERSON I
SUMMARY
Sweep streets, gutters, alleys and sidewalks for summer and winter maintenance. Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, streets and alleys. Does raking, pick and shovel work, loads or unloads materials to or from trucks; does excavating using hand tools; operates wheelbarrows; applies cold patch, hot mix, tack coats, and crack fill material; installs and repairs signs; performs a wide variety of similar tasks in the reconstruction, repair and maintenance of streets. Performs groundskeeping tasks at City parks, buildings, and other City-owned properties; mows and trims grass; operates weed whips; weeds flower beds; fertilizes trees and turf; prunes, trims and removes trees and bushes; loads and/or chips brush; rakes leaves and grass and loads into trucks; plants and transplants trees and bushes; mulches tree and flower beds; collects refuse and garbage and empties into containers; cleans restrooms and pavilions; repairs, paints and installs park equipment; performs a wide variety of similar tasks relating to parks, trees and groundskeeping. Assists in the repair, maintenance and installation of the sanitary and storm sewer collection systems. Assists in the repair, and maintenance of the water distribution system, fire hydrants, water meters and other appurtenances. Reads water meters and records readings accurately. Assist with the maintenance requirements, burials and installation of markers for the Cemetery. Hangs banners and flowerpots on Michigan Ave for Saline Mainstreet. Sets out barriers for all City events and parades.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Must have on-call working experience
- Must be available to work unscheduled hours and provide a telephone number where employee can be reached during an emergency or after hour call out
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
TRAINING
- Successful completion of training regarding utilities and the ability to read blueprints
DRIVING
- Valid CDL - Class A with Air Brakes and Tanker Endorsement N
KNOWLEDGE
| REQUIREMENTS | ||
| KNOWLEDGE | ESSENTIAL | IMPORTANT |
| Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and building structures? | R | |
| Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services? | R | |
| Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies? | R | |
| Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, use, repair and maintenance? | R |
REQUIRED ABILITIES
| REQUIREMENTS | ||
| ABILITY | ESSENTIAL | IMPORTANT |
| Act independently | R | |
| Communicate in writing | R | |
| Communicate verbally | R | |
| Concentrate | R | |
| Empathize | R | |
| Identify problems | R | |
| Initiate | R | |
| Manage pressure | R | |
| Motivate | R | |
| Multi-task | R | |
| Organize | R | |
| Problem solve | R | |
| Think creatively | R |
REQUIRED SKILLS
| REQUIREMENTS | ||
| SKILL | ESSENTIAL | IMPORTANT |
| Actively listen to fully understand circumstances | R | |
| Collaborate with others to maximize innovation and effectiveness | R | |
| Communicate ideas, thoughts, knowledge and information to foster clarity and engage others | R | |
| Consider multiple costs and benefits when problem solving to arrive at most effective decision | R | |
| Focus on details to reduce errors and increase efficiency | R | |
| Manage time effectively to ensure all work is completed timely and effectively | R | |
| Organize work to maximize productivity | R | |
| Plan work projects to ensure efficiency | R | |
| Resolve conflicts to facilitate goal achievement | R | |
| Use empathy to understand the point of view of others | R |
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- None
REPORTS TO
- Working Forepersons
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
[The fundamental job duties the individual must be able to perform, with or without accommodation; removal of these functions would fundamentally change the job]
- Ability to understand and follow specific oral or written instructions.?Ability to follow safety rules, policies, regulations, and procedures
- Ability to transport, move, adjust, relocate, and/or lift materials or items weighing up to?seventy-five?(75) pounds.?
- Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and the general public.?Ability to answer questions by the general public in a pleasant manner or refer them to the proper person
- Annual flushing of fire hydrants
- Annual catch basin cleaning
- Monthly sewer jetting
- Locating utilities
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse and/or unpleasant climatic working conditions
- Knowledge, ability, and skill to safely operate pickups, automobiles, small dump trucks and turf equipment.??
- Ability to learn the safe operation of construction equipment, power and non-motorized hand tools and equipment
- Ability to follow Department rules and regulations, procedures and City policies
- Knowledge of and ability to follow traffic laws
- Ability to maintain accurate written records as required
- Ability to detect and report property or equipment defects
- Ability to move to specified sites in order to read water meters often located in basements??
- Ability to enter a confined space with the proper safety equipment
- Ability to climb ladders to perform maintenance activities such as painting and building repairs
- Mow lawns seasonally and weed whip
- Regular and routine onsite attendance
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS
[These are job duties the individual must be able to perform, with or without accommodation; removal of these functions would NOT fundamentally change the job]
- All other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY
| CONSTANTLY | FREQUENTLY | OCCASIONALLY | RARELY | |
| Lifting | R | |||
| Carrying | R | |||
| Pushing | R | |||
| Pulling | R | |||
| Sitting | R | |||
| Standing | R | |||
| Walking | R | |||
| Grasping/Finger Manipulation | R | |||
| Reaching | R | |||
| Bending | R | |||
| Kneeling | R | |||
| Crouching | R | |||
| Crawling | R | |||
| Traversing Rough or Uneven Terrain | R | |||
| Discerning Colors | R | |||
| Visual Acuity | R | |||
| Ascending/Descending Stairs or Ladders | R |
WORK ENVIRONMENT
CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY
| CONSTANTLY | FREQUENTLY | OCCASIONALLY | RARELY | |
| Outdoor environments | R | |||
| Indoor environments | R | |||
| Work in hot, cold, wet surroundings | R | |||
| Work with or near chemicals confined workspaces (shafts, crawl spaces, etc.) | R | |||
| High, precarious places | R | |||
| Exposed to electrical hazards | R | |||
| Potential exposure – communicable disease | R | |||
| Exposed to chemicals/fumes | R | |||
| Exposed to continual, multiple distractions | R | |||
| Ability to position oneself to work under or on top of objects | R |
EQUIPMENT
CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY
| CONSTANTLY | FREQUENTLY | OCCASIONALLY | RARELY | |
| Phones | R | |||
| Forklift Trucks | R | |||
| Lifts, Hoists, Escalators | R | |||
| Hand Tools | R | |||
| Communication Systems | R | |||
| Computer/Laptop | R | |||
| Copiers/Printers | R | |||
| Scanners | R | |||
| Monitors | R | |||
| Projectors | R |
SOFTWARE
CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY
| CONSTANTLY | FREQUENTLY | OCCASIONALLY | RARELY | |
| Internet software | R | |||
| Word processing software | R |
