Maintenance Worker I

Maintenance Worker I

The Parks Division of the City of Canby Public Works Department has an exciting career opportunity for a Maintenance Worker I. This position is the first step in the Maintenance Worker series and performs a variety of routine operations, activities, and maintenance tasks of a limited to moderate complexity to maintain the infrastructure within the City, including streets, storm and sewer collection systems, parks, green spaces, sports fields, and facility maintenance.

Operate, maintain, and repair various public works equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervision/leadership exercised.

Duties and Responsibilities

The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities.

• Clean, maintain, inspect and repair City streets, sidewalks, pathways, and right-of-ways including street cleaning, pavement patching, concrete forming/finishing, sanding/removing snow and ice, and cutting and removing trees and vegetation. Layout and paint pavement markings. Remove old pavement markings as necessary. Install, inspect, repair and replace various street and regulatory signals/signs/lights and barricades, posts, etc. Use and operate flagging equipment to control traffic in vicinity of public works crews.
• Install, maintain, inspect and repair of City sanitary sewer and storm drain systems, including: clean sanitary sewer and storm lines, remove debris, inspect and repair manholes and catch basins, install and remove flow monitoring equipment, mow vegetation, mix and apply chemicals. Dye and smoke test system to establish service connection, flow tests and any infiltration/exfiltration that may be present. Conduct locates to accurately mark underground infrastructure lines.
• Maintain turf areas, mow, aerate, fertilize, irrigate, control weeds, maintain annual and perennial flowerbeds in parks landscape areas and other areas as assigned, apply bark dust/chips, maintain/repair/replace sprinkler heads and lines, and other similar activities.
• Maintain appearance of facilities, parks, green spaces, and sports fields by performing such tasks as minor carpentry and plumbing repairs, painting, fence repair, collect and dispose litter and garbage, rake/remove leaves, haul and/or chip brush and limbs, control pests. Check, clean and restock restrooms.
• Perform various special event tasks such as hanging banners, setting up and taking down holiday decorations, setting up barricades, assisting with traffic, etc.
• Operate various public works equipment, e.g. dump truck, loader, tractor, backhoe, power and riding mowers, jack hammer, chain saw, lance torch, high pressure cleaners, edger, blower, brush saw, misc. hand tools, etc. Perform operator maintenance, such as conducting pre- and post-operation checks, maintaining proper fluid levels, changing parts, cleaning, etc. Adhere to and perform established maintenance schedules as needed on vehicles and equipment, e.g. service, tune-ups, etc. Inspect all equipment, attachments and tools for safety.
• Conduct monthly inspections throughout City facilities - fire extinguishers, fire sprinkler systems, air conditioning and heating units, and security and alarm systems. Perform maintenance and minor repairs/replacements as needed. Assist outside contractors in assessment of major repair needs. Conduct proper paperwork. Track and document materials usage.
• Maintain and organize tool room, supplies, and stock. Ensure that all hand tools are accounted for and are placed in a safe and usable condition. Perform general inventory to account for all supplies, tools and equipment. May enter totals, reconcile in computer, and run related reports.
• Represent the City in a positive and professional manner. Respond to questions from citizens and visitors. Direct visitors to desired locations. Provide general assistance as needed.
• Conduct preventative maintenance or repair on variety of small engine equipment. Troubleshoot problems.
• Respond to emergency situations as needed.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations and the general public.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas.
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Competency Profile

• General knowledge of the proper operation and maintenance of vehicles, tools and equipment,
• Knowledge of practices, methods, hazards and safety precautions used in the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure, including streets, right-of-ways, storm/sanitary sewer systems, parks, the WWTP, and facility maintenance
• Knowledge of general equipment servicing methods

Job Qualification Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties.
• Possession of valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Depending on area of assignment, may require, within twelve months of appointment:
• Work Zone Traffic Safety Certifications
• CPR/First Aid card
• Confined Space Entry
• Forklift Certification
• Hazardous Material Certification
• Playground Inspection Certification
• Pesticide Applicators License
• Level I Collection Certificate and/or Level I Wastewater Operation Certificate
• Ability to obtain a Class A Oregon Commercial Driver's License (within six months).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a municipal public works department or in construction trades.

Working Conditions and Supplemental Information

Mental effort Normal concentration and attention to detail with normal deadlines. Physical effort High: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, bend, crawl, kneel, grasp, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls. The position requires mobility. Many duties are physically demanding, requiring entry to confined spaces and occasionally moving materials weighing up to 100 pounds. Movement of materials weighing up to 25 pounds may consume up to 15% of the work period. Activity and types of duties performed require manual dexterity and coordination.

Work environment High Risks/Discomforts: The majority of duties take place outside of buildings with exposure to all types of weather conditions on a year-round basis, sewage, bio-hazards, traffic, dirt, oil, grease, fumes, noise and chemicals. May work around heavy equipment and machinery or in high locations. Entry to confined spaces is required on an infrequent basis. The remainder of the work period occurs under usual office working conditions where the noise level is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises.

Travel requirements Regularly travels short-distances Hours required May require working on rotating shifts, weekends and holidays and may carry a pager.

Additional Information: Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and reference checks as part of the contingent employment offer process. Certain positions at the City of Canby will also require a drug screen.

Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 verification process confirming authorization to work in the United States.

The City of Canby is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact Human Resources.

The City of Canby prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of Canby are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform.