Maintenance Worker I/II/III

Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II/III

This is the entrance level for the Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents work initially under immediate supervision and receive detailed instructions and training on assignments. Incumbents generally work within an established framework of set procedures in performing assigned tasks. Through on-the-job training, a Maintenance Worker I is expected to obtain the skills and knowledge necessary to advance to journey-level performance. Work is reviewed frequently and assessed for results achieved.

This is the journey level for the Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents work within an established framework of set procedures in performing assigned tasks and are expected to perform a variety of journey-level maintenance, repair, and construction tasks with general supervision and minimum instruction. Work is normally reviewed only on completion and for overall results.

The classification of Maintenance Worker III represents the highest level of the series. Incumbents in this class are expected to perform their assigned tasks with limited supervision, assigned technically advanced duties and may be assigned responsibility for field direction of assigned crews. Incumbents are expected to know the work functions, act independently, and advise supervisors of needed work and approximate time and materials needed to complete the work. Incumbents are expected to have proven skills in the operation of all assigned equipment.

Incumbents in this class will be assigned to a maintenance crew and may be interchanged on crews depending on the needs of the department. Incumbents may be assigned to varying work schedules, weekend work, and be called back to work as needed by the city.

1. Uses jackhammer and hand tools to expose broken water and sewer mains and service lines: repairs leaks in mains and service lines, and replaces broken lines, installs new water and sewer mains as required.
2. Measures, cuts and threads pipe.
3. Taps into main lines to locate pipe and install new service lines; assists in the installation and repair of fire hydrants; operates equipment to clean sewer and storm drain lines.
4. Installs, repairs and maintains water meters.
5. Builds forms, mixes and pours concrete for repairs to sidewalks, curbs and gutters.
6. Backfills trenches and uses asphalt to repair streets after water and sewer line repairs.
7. Breaks up paved surfaces, performs patching and paving repairs; breaks up and removes old concrete; builds forms; mixes and pours new concrete; installs and repairs storm drain lines and manholes; enters manholes for maintenance and cleaning as necessary.
8. Aids in traffic control through work areas as required.
9. Uses, cleans and maintains a variety of power equipment, tools and vehicles required for the work.
10. Cleans and maintains storm drain system; performs miscellaneous cleanup work and trash pickup from City property as necessary.
11. Operates dump trucks, front end loaders and specialized vehicles to remove and replace excavated material.
12. Standby on a weekly rotating basis to ensure continuity of operations during absences or emergencies.
13. Responsible for carrying out the mission of the city and the department and adherence to the City's and departmental organizational values.

Knowledge of:

• Use, purpose and maintenance of hand tools and construction equipment.
• General construction and maintenance materials, methods and terminology.
• Department standards, techniques and procedures.

Skills at:

• Performing heavy physical labor including lifting of objects 50 pounds and above with assistance.
• Safely operating vehicles, tools and power equipment.
• Driving and operating specialized equipment and vehicles.

Ability to:

• Follow oral and written directions.
• Identify with department and City goals and objectives and understand City priorities and needs.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the general public.
• Read simple plans, sketches and grade stakes.
• Choose among a limited number of alternatives in solving routine problems.
• Recognize, prioritize and accomplish needed tasks.

Must be able to:

1. Demonstrate a high level of integrity.
2. Operate under deadlines.
3. Communicate information clearly and effectively both verbal and written.
4. Be organized and capable of managing projects to schedule.
5. Possess a valid Louisiana driver's license

Working conditions in the field are subject to variations in temperatures, humidity and can include high wind, rain, dust and other contaminants.

This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.