Maintenance Worker III

Public Works Crew Member

The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled work associated with the construction, maintenance, and upkeep of County streets and roads, rights-of-way, stormwater and drainage systems, public facilities and property, and other infrastructure as part of a public works crew.

Essential functions include performing manual labor in support of construction, maintenance, and upkeep projects; following established safety procedures; performing various manual tasks in support of street, roadway, and drainage projects; performing various tasks involving grounds maintenance or roadside maintenance projects; performing various tasks involving building maintenance projects; assisting in setting up special events and activities; operating a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects; performing general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition; gathering equipment, tools, parts, and supplies needed to conduct work activities; preparing or completing various forms, reports, correspondence, checklists, work orders, service tickets, vehicle and equipment maintenance records, or other documents; receiving various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, service tickets, and reports, schedules, diagrams, equipment operational guides, chemical labels, street maps, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; communicating with supervisor, other departments, employees, customers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; providing coverage during special events and activities as needed; responding to emergency and disaster situations as needed; providing assistance to other employees or departments as needed; and performing other related duties as required.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED preferred, supplemented by two years of experience involving construction and maintenance work.

Licenses and certifications required include a valid Driver's License and Flagging Certification within six months from date of hire.

Physical abilities required include the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

EEO Statement: Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.