What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE WORKER position at City of Stamford, CT?
DUTIES: Under the general supervision of a higher level employee or supervisor, performs a variety of maintenance tasks in park areas, sports facilities, playgrounds, buildings and roadways as assigned; operates equipment; leads crews as directed; assists with the repair of traffic signs and markings; does related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: One (1) year of experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, building construction or maintenance, or road maintenance.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment, possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
SCOPE OF EXAMINATION: There will be a written examination weighted 100% and will test for the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Good knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of groundskeeping and landscaping.
- Working knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures and materials used in buildings and grounds maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry and electrical.
- Working knowledge of the use and care of hand and power tools and materials used in general maintenance, grounds keeping and landscaping.
- Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles and motorized equipment.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to deal effectively with others.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested candidates should submit a completed City of Stamford Employment Application and Application Supplement “25-01” to HUMAN RESOURCES or mailed to 888 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, Connecticut 06904 by February 7, 2025. Applications can be obtained at www.stamfordct.gov. This position is open until filled.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT, even if submitting a resume, including but not limited to: (1) Position applying for (2) Employment history including dates (month & year) and reasons for leaving a position (“See Attached Resume” is not acceptable”) Applications with missing information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Applications of candidates who do not meet the stated position requirements will not be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.38 - $32.35 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Stamford, CT 06901 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $32
