Construction & Maintenance Worker

Job Title

Performs manual work in the construction and maintenance of public works facilities.

Essential Functions

Install and repair water meters, water, and wastewater lines; Assist in the operation of specialized equipment in cleaning and inspecting sewer lines and sewer taps; Clean and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes and meter boxes; Will occasionally operate hydraulic or pneumatic power tools, and lighter construction equipment, i.e.; skid steer; Order parts and supplies; clean, repair, and test meters; Assist in scheduling routine vehicle and equipment maintenance; Assist in setting up proper traffic control devices in work areas; Assist in the operation, inspection and maintenance of all city roadways; Keep a daily log of oil levels in equipment; Performs related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent with an additional six months experience in construction or maintenance; or any relevant combination of education and experience which provides the following:

Physical exam required

Water: *** Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***

• Wastewater Collection - Must be clean shaven in order to wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Respiratory Fitness physical required as part of the pre-employment physical and annually every year after and must have a high school diploma or GED.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• The types and uses of hand tools and equipment for construction and maintenance;
• Methods used to construct and maintain a variety of public works.

Ability to:

• Perform manual tasks requiring physical strength and endurance;
• Follow oral and written instructions;
• Communicate effectively with others;
• Operate heavy equipment and other equipment such as Hydrocleaner, Vacuum truck, (CCTV and SCBA units - Wastewater Collection only).

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Wastewater Collection -frequently lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Frequently walk and stand during the shift.
• Frequently bend and kneel during the shift.
• Push and pull objects.
• Continuously flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
• Continuously rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
• Reach above, at, or below shoulder height.
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.