Senior Plant Maintenance Worker

Facility And Plants Maintenance Worker

Performs progressively responsible facility and plants maintenance duties, which includes cleaning and minor repairs of building systems, cleaning restrooms, trash pick-up, sludge tank cleaning, lime delivery, etc. May function as a lead worker of a small crew. In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants). Note: This position shall remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Essential Job Functions

• Serves as lead worker over a small crew of lower ranking municipal maintenance workers in the performance of a variety of maintenance tasks
• Performs related tasks in the general maintenance of municipal facilities, including mopping and sweeping floors, cleaning restrooms and other related tasks
• Orders cleaning supplies, paper products, and hand sanitizers, and refilling supplies
• Performs semi-skilled related tasks in the general maintenance of municipal facilities
• Removes plant's grit, trash, and rags to the landfill for disposal
• May operate a jet cleaning truck Complies with safety regulations and standard operating procedures
• Works around high voltage, rotating equipment and various hazardous chemicals.
• May be responsible for cleaning and maintenance of parking lots and grounds maintenance tasks in an assigned area
• May take down, move and erect benches, seats and chair or equipment as needed
• May repair breaks and holes in street surfaces using whatever materials are appropriate
• May do mowing and related activities
• May operate heavy equipment, such as, front loader, VAC truck, etc.
• Performs related work as required

Job Requirements, Preferences & Work Environment

Minimum Job Requirements: High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Two (2) or more years of related experience. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days after hire. To claim Veterans' Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads. Physical Standards Required To Perform Essential Job Functions: The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How To Apply & Supplemental Information

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position. Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position. All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification. The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.