MAINTENANCE WORKER I PUBLIC WORKS- GARAGE

Job Title

This is a non-exempt position which requires unskilled and semi-skilled manual work in the performance of light and heavy manual labor for conducting various maintenance duties for various municipal departments of the City of Plantation.

Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Examples of Duties

Assist City mechanics in performing a variety of routine repairs and maintenance on automotive, heavy, and mechanical equipment.

Perform miscellaneous pick-ups, deliveries, and errands as required to support garage and departmental operations.

Exercise care and follow established safety practices in the use of tools, equipment, and materials required to complete assigned tasks.

Comply with all City safety rules, regulations, and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Perform related duties as required and as directed by supervisory personnel.

Typical Qualifications

Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and equipment, often while working outdoors under hot, humid, or otherwise adverse weather conditions.

Ability to understand, follow, and carry out oral and written instructions, work orders, and safety guidelines, and to complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, supervisors, fellow employees, other City departments, outside agencies, and the general public.

Ability to work independently or as part of a crew while demonstrating reliability, accountability, and a strong work ethic.

Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and light mechanical equipment commonly used in Public Works and maintenance operations.

Ability to recognize maintenance or safety issues and report concerns to supervisors in a timely manner.

Ability to maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.

Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies or call-back situations as required by operational needs.

Ability to follow all City policies, procedures, and safety regulations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; supplemented by a minimum of 6 months of experience in; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid State of Florida driver's license. Must obtain National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-100 and IS-700 certifications as required by the Public Works Director.

Work Environment

Physical Demands This position involves medium work, requiring exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work may require balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, lifting, carrying, and pushing or pulling various objects.

Work Environment Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments and requires travel between work sites.

Supplemental Information This position is designated as a "Recovery" classification in the City's Emergency Operations Plan and requires the employee to work during declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.

Probationary Period

All new employees serve a one (1) year probationary period from date of hire.

Working Hours

Most full-time employees work 40 hours per week unless otherwise indicated. Hours of Operation Monday through Friday (except City Holidays) 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM unless otherwise noted.

Pay Check

Pay checks are issued bi-weekly every other Friday; direct deposit of paycheck required to any banking institution is mandatory.

Insurance Coverage

Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Closest thousand to amount of Annual Salary (policy paid for by the City) up to $50,000.

Hospitalization, Major Medical, Dental and Vision The Employee pays a portion of the cost for themselves and for dependent coverage at a rate established by Administration. Dependent Coverage: spouses are eligible only if they do not have entitlement to participate in another employer's group medical plan or Medicare.

General Employees Pension

Retirement Mandatory contribution is 4% of base pay. Normal Retirement Date: Age 59 and completion of 10 years of credited service.

Holidays

The City of Plantation observes eleven (12) paid holidays per year as declared by the City Council each year.

Personal Day

All full-time employees will be given the benefit of one (1) personal day per calendar year. Cannot be used until employed six (6) months; can not be carried over from one year to the next.

Sick Leave

13 days per year. Accrues 4 hours at end of each bi-weekly pay period. Maximum accrual is 480 hours.

Annual Leave

General Employees 1 5 years 13 days per year 5 15 years 19 days per year 15 years or more 26 days per year Maximum Accrual is 240 hours. An employee is not entitled to use annual leave until employed 6 months.

Funeral Leave

3 days (8 hours each)

Jury Duty

Paid full salary all fees received, excluding mileage must be turned into the City.

Educational Reimbursement

Employees will be entitled to a refund of their tuition and lab fees upon the successful completion of each approved course based on the following scale: (After one (1) year of employment) Grade A.....................100 percent refund equal to the state fees charged Grade B.....................75 percent refund equal to the state fees charged Grade C.....................50 percent refund equal to the state fees charged "Pass" in lieu of grade.....50 percent refund equal to the state fees charged