Maintenance Worker

The City of Georgetown is currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Worker. Applications must be completed online. Resumes will not be accepted unless attached to a completed application.

Maintenance Worker

Drug Free Workplace

All employees of the City shall be and remain drug and alcohol free at all times when working for the City or engages in activities related to that work.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the commitment of the City to ensure fair and equal treatment for everyone we recruit and/or employ. We value diversity and believe employment, training, and promotional opportunities should be available to all persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, membership in the armed forces, genetic information, or any other consideration that is protected by law.

ADA Accommodation

Any applicant who needs an ADA accommodation in the employment selection process will request the accommodation from the Human Resources Director.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. See links below.

Family Medical Leave Act

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity Supplement

Employee Polygraph Protection Act

CHARACTERISTICS OF POSITION: Under supervision, performs skilled, semi-skilled, and/or manual labor work activities in the construction, maintenance and cleanliness of City streets and roads, buildings and grounds; performs other related work as required.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential: Assists in the construction, maintenance and cleanliness of City streets, roads, bridges, sidewalks, alleys, storm sewers, culverts, manholes, drainage ditches, street signs, barricades, etc. Occasionally operates vehicles and equipment. Performs preventative maintenance duties on vehicles and equipment. Cleans and properly stores equipment and tools after use. Mows grass, cuts trees and tree limbs. Spreads gravel; cleans streets and roads; removes snow and ice from streets and sidewalks when necessary. Cleans out storm sewers and catch basins; pours concrete; makes forms; makes, erects and/or repairs street signs as necessary. Requisitions equipment, tools, supplies and materials. May prepare required reports and records. May perform other duties in department as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Training and/or Experience: Diploma from elementary school (Eighth grade) and a minimum of one year's work experience in construction and/or maintenance required. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge: Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods and techniques used in construction, maintenance and cleanliness of buildings, streets and roads, storm sewers, and related infrastructure. Knowledge of the geography of the City. Knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with equipment, vehicles, tools and procedures.

Skills: Skill in the use of tools associated with the construction and maintenance of City streets and storm sewers.


Abilities: Ability to comply with established safety standards. Ability to operate motorized equipment. Ability to perform work activities involving carpentry, mechanics, plumbing, welding, pouring concrete, laying brick, etc. Ability to detect mechanical problems and make minor repairs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officers, employees and the general public. Possess mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity and good physical condition.


SPECIAL LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: Valid Kentucky driver's license


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Availability: Must be able to respond to calls in emergency situations at all

hours.

Instructions: Detailed and specific.

Processes: Follows standard operating procedures.

Review of Work: Occasional spot-checks work while it is being done.

Analytical Requirements: Analysis based on precedent.

Public/Internal Contact: Public 25%; internal 75%.

Mental Effort: Light.

Interruptions: Few.

Work Environment: Inside and outside

Physical Demands :


Lifting: Lifts heavy objects of more than 75 lbs on a routine basis. Requires stooping, bending, walking, and standing. May work outside in inclement weather.

Use of Equipment: Uses tools and equipment assigned to department.

Vehicle Operations: May operate light, medium and heavy equipment assigned to department.