MAINTENANCE WORKER II/PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS

General Statement of Duties

Performs skilled and unskilled work in the general landscape, parks, beach access areas and street and right-of-way maintenance.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

Employees in this class perform manual labor involving the maintenance of beaches, beach access areas, park grounds and facilities, street and right of way maintenance and related tasks. Employees work in teams or alone in landscape maintenance activities. Employees are subject to the hazards including working in outside environments, in extremes of hot and cold weather, and exposure to noise, vibration, moving mechanical parts, atmospheric conditions, oils, and skin irritants. Work around raw sewage is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood borne pathogens. Work is performed under regular supervision and work is evaluated by observation to determine the effectiveness of duties.

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines

Knowledges Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the maintenance and repair of landscaping, including turf maintenance, care of shrubs and chemical applications, including pesticides and herbicides.
• Ability to work as a team member in conducting and ensuring completion of all tasks.
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of assigned tasks. Working knowledge of the laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to building and grounds maintenance.
• Skill in the operation of light-to-medium equipment.
• Ability to perform manual labor in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Skilled in the operation of trimmers, gators, front-end loaders, chainsaws, dump trucks, and related light-to medium equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to work with and maintain a good relationship with the public through courtesy and respect for individuals’ property.
• Ability to keep accurate records.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to one hundred pounds of force occasionally; fifty pounds of force frequently; and twenty pounds of force constantly. Must be able to accurately measure and calculate quantities. Must possess visual acuity to operate equipment and distinguish safety hazards of the work which may affect self and others.

Desirable Education and Experience

Graduation from high school and some related experience in landscape maintenance: or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants who possess a valid North Carolina commercial driver’s license preferred.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid NC driver's license.

How to Apply: You must submit a completed employment application, which can be found on the Town’s website, www.oakislandnc.gov under the Job Opportunity page. Applications can be emailed, dropped off, or mailed (see below). The Town of Oak Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a generous benefits package to all eligible employees.

Where to Apply:

Town of Oak Island

Attn: Human Resources

4601 E. Oak Island Drive

Oak Island, NC 28465

Telephone: (910) 201-8014

Fax: (910) 278-9542

Email: HR@oakislandnc.gov