Maintenance Worker

Public Works Department Position

Welcome, 'ist das Leben schön!' (Life is good!) At the City of New Braunfels, we seek out people ready to serve the community, plan for the future, and preserve our well-renowned natural beauty. Our five Core Values serve as a cornerstone of our work: Integrity, Service, Visionary Leadership, Stewardship of Resources, and Cultural Heritage. Do our values speak to you?

What we're looking for: A motivated individual to join the Public Works Department. You will continue to successfully serve the current and future needs of the New Braunfels community.

Under general supervision, performs general labor and maintenance of City facilities landscaping and infrastructure in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

The responsibilities you'll be trusted with:

• Operates a variety of specialized equipment and performs manual labor tasks in order to maintain grounds and landscaping at City facilities as assigned.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment including but not limited to hand tools, commercial mower (rotary and reel), weed eater, blower, chain saw, pickup truck, trailers, utility vehicles, tractors and other grounds and landscape related equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Performs maintenance activities on the exterior of City facilities, buildings and sidewalks and reports problems requiring additional attention.
• Assists in the planting, watering, mowing, weeding, trimming and renovation of turf and landscaping.
• Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Custodial services
• Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC skills preferred.

Your education and experience that matters most for this role: Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent, AND one year of general maintenance experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Required Knowledge of:

• Basic tools and equipment used in grounds and landscape maintenance.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Required Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Effective communication skills for positive relationships with employees, patrons, and the general public.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and involves standing, walking, kneeling and bending for extended periods of time, with exposure to hazardous equipment and low to no light conditions, requires constant physical efforts for extended periods, and ability to safely lift, carry and move items weighing up to eighty (80) pounds.
• May be required to work immediately before, during or after an emergency or disaster.
• NOTE: This position is designated safety and/or security sensitive.

The City of New Braunfels is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.