MAINTENANCE WORKER II -PUBLIC WORKS- ROAD AND TRAFFIC CONTROL

Salary: $37,753.81 - $68,262.66 Annually
Location : Public Works Department 750 NW 91 Avenue, Plantation, FL
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 204-01RT
Department: PUBLIC WORKS ROAD AND TRAFFIC
Opening Date: 12/01/2025
Closing Date: Continuous


Description
This is a non-exempt position which requires semi-skilled manual work in the performance of light and heavy manual labor of more than average difficulty in the construction, landscaping, maintenance, and repair of properties and grounds for various municipal departments of the City of Plantation.
An employee in this classification is responsible for the performance of a wide variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks, and may require some acquired skills in the use of hand tools and power tools.


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
Performs semi-skilled carpentry, masonry, painting, and asphalt tasks in performing general maintenance of municipal buildings, equipment, and property.

Ability to operate heavy equipment. (i.e., loader, backhoe, roller etc.)

Understanding the layout and installation of asphalt driveway aprons and roadways


Supervises and manages personnel of lower classifications.

Assists higher-level tradesmen in the accomplishment of varied skilled trade projects.

Ability to complete daily Work Orders assigned to crew.

Mixes concrete and replaces and repairs sidewalks throughout the city and digs, grades, and sets forms for concrete work and tamps and levels concrete.


Utilize road saws, concrete grinder, jack hammers and chainsaws along with variety power tools and hand tools.


Install new and old road signs, erect barricades, and repair breaks and holes in street surfaces.


Performs miscellaneous pick-ups and deliveries of errands as required.

Exercises care and safety in use of equipment and tools required to complete assigned tasks and knowledge of safety rules and regulations prescribed by the city.

Executes purchase orders authorized by the supervisor and/or department director.

Performs related work as required and as directed.

Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of cleaning methods and skilled in the use and care of cleaning materials and equipment.


Knowledge of methods and tools used in cement finishing and asphalt laying as position requires.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the trade and of the proper use of safety practices

Skilled in written (learning the work order process) and verbal communication.

Skilled in the use of common hand tools and mechanical equipment.
Skilled in the use of safe operation of equipment used in completing assigned tasks and knowledge of safety rules as required by the City.

Ability to operate assigned equipment safely and effectively.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and evenings, as required.


Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions.


Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to complete work assignments correctly.

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

Education and Experience:


High school diploma or equivalent; supplemented by a minimum of 1 year of experience in ground, street, and/or landscape maintenance or construction; 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 CDL driver's license or obtain with-in time table set by Public Works Director.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
One (1) year experience in construction, maintenance and repair work or other fields related to position assignment.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

Work Environment
Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment and requires travel from site to site.
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 ½ 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
01


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have at least one year of experience in construction, maintenance and repair work or other fields related to position assignment?

• Yes
• No

03


Please indicate any other work experience you have had you believe is relevant for this position?
04


Do you claim Veteran's Preference? (Check "no" if this does not apply.)

• Yes
• No

05


If you answered "Yes" to Veterans Preference above, did you attach your DD-214 - MEMBER 4 form, the Veterans' Preference Certification, FDVA form VP-1 and, if applicable, other certification forms. Please see Veterans Preference link on the Employment page for additional information. Failure to attach these documents will result in no Veterans Preference being given. (Check "NA" if this does not apply.)

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable

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