Maintenance Service Worker II (Facilities Maintenance)

Description

Performs intermediate-level technical or specialized work in the Public Works department. Performs semi-skilled and skilled work in one or a combination of the following fields: facilities maintenance, building maintenance, carpentry, painting and plumbing repairs. May assist in the service and repair of mechanical equipment, repair and maintenance of electrical devices and services, and installation and maintenance of park amenities. Work is performed under limited supervision with moderate latitude. The position relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs intermediate-level technical or specialized work in the Public Works department. Performs semi-skilled and skilled work in one or a combination of the following fields: facilities maintenance, building maintenance, carpentry, painting and plumbing repairs. May assist in the service and repair of mechanical equipment, repair and maintenance of electrical devices and services, and installation and maintenance of park amenities. Work is performed under limited supervision with moderate latitude. Position relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Maintains and repairs City owned property to include, but not be limited to, parks, buildings, bus shelters and stops, and other assets
• Operates equipment used in maintenance such as trucks, lifts, trailers, backhoe, forklifts, ladders, roller, power tools, etc.
• Performs new construction and renovations of buildings and community facilities
• Performs skilled manual labor in the maintenance and repair of City owned property to include parks, buildings, shelters, bus stops, and other assets
• Performs general maintenance to include janitorial, sanitation, sweeping, cleaning, washing, waxing, mopping, trash removal, pressure washing, painting, plumbing, construction, facility and property repair and service, and other housekeeping duties
• Performs or assists with electronic controls, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, carpentry, lighting, protection and security systems, special projects and event support
• Picks up and removes trash from areas.
• Prepares/obtains cost estimates, creates material lists, and gathers pricing information.

• Provides general direction, training, and technical assistance to lower level Maintenance Service Workers
• Reads and understands blueprints
• Documents procedures performed in the field and system status
• Troubleshoots most fields conditions

• Maintains daily logs
• May set up for City functions and transport equipment
• Participates in emergency callout rotation
• Assists other Public Works divisions as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or required

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years’ general maintenance experience in a public works or similar work environment (Facilities Maintenance) including the use of standard hand tools, and operation of light and heavy power-driven equipment, trucks, and other vehicles.

A State of Florida Commercial Driver’s License, class B with air brake endorsement is preferred, and must be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire. Must have a good driving record.

• The City reserves the right to consider alternate combinations of education, certification, training, and/or experience.

• Knowledge of a variety of manual and semi-skilled maintenance techniques in performance of manual tasks and associated maintenance tools
• Working knowledge of safety methods, techniques, and procedures
• Skill in Microsoft Office products (Word and Outlook)
• Skill in providing good customer service
• Skill in the use of common hand tools and mechanical equipment
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to arrive at solutions and suggest improvements to processes
• Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to regularly attend work and arrive punctually for designated work schedule
• Ability to operate light and heavy construction equipment

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work and may require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of heavy objects or materials (up to 80 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve extended periods of time standing and/or walking.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Tasks are regularly performed outside with potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes and/or poor ventilation, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery and/or moving vehicles, vibrations, electric currents, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, gases or chemicals, oils and other cutting fluids, violence and/or disease, or pathogenic substances.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity.