Position Function/Nature of Work:

Under the direction of the Public Service Director, performs duties necessary to support the Facilities Maintenance Division to ensure the proper repair, and maintenance of buildings, facilities and grounds.

Essential Duties:

• Performs duties necessary to support the Facility Maintenance Division to ensure the proper repair, and maintenance of buildings, facilities and grounds. Duties include, but are not limited to, installation or moving of furniture and office equipment; changing air filters; window and door caulking and/or weatherizing; painting; replacement or repair of broken items (e.g. windows, doors, locks, etc.); power washing windows, sidewalks and exterior walls; and grounds maintenance. Responsible for safely using and proper care and maintenance of all tools and equipment necessary to complete projects, assignments and/or tasks.
• Performs duties to ensure the proper cleanliness, orderliness and general maintenance of City buildings, facilities and grounds. Duties include, but are not limited to, trash and debris removal; vacuuming, waxing, mopping and sweeping floors; cleaning and disinfecting toilets and sinks; sweeping sidewalks and walkways; and shampooing and/or steam cleaning carpets and rugs.
• Assists with repair and maintenance of the interior of buildings and facilities. Duties include, but are not limited, assisting with carpentry; carpet and flooring repair and installation; running wire and/or cable; electrical repair (e.g. ballast and fixture repair and/or installation, light bulb replacements, etc.); and plumbing (e.g. unclogging toilets, repair faucet and/or pipe leaks, etc.).
• Performs duties necessary to support and prepare for City-wide events through constructing and/or deconstructing of fencing, barricades, chairs and stages, as well as "set-up" and "tear-down" tasks.
• Perform other non-essential duties as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Required knowledge and experience is normally obtained through the completion of a curriculum resulting in either a High School Diploma or GED, and three (3) to five (5) years work related experience are required.
  • Construction, electrical and/or plumbing experience is preferred.
  • Must exhibit attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
  • Must be able to communicate and present oneself in a professional manner.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working and professional relationships with City employees and officials, and the general public.
  • Ability to take and follow oral instructions.
  • Ability to read and understand instructions and/or manuals.
  • Ability to work under high demands, short time constraints, and pressure of a fast paced work environment.
  • Ability to work during weekends and night time events and hours of operations.
  • Ability to perform manual labor.//Knowledge of Local and State Laws governing contractor qualifications.
• Skilled in operating landscaping equipment, and hand held and/or power tools.
  • Knowledge or ability to learn basic electrical and/or plumbing, as cited above.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must possess a Valid Florida Class E driver license Engineering, or Planning.
• Ability to obtain a class CDL within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Must be willing to learn and demonstrate a positive attitude.

Other requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida drivers' license.
• Must possess an honorable military discharge, if applicant has been service connected.
• Must be a United States citizen or naturalized citizen.
• Must pass a physical examination and drug urinalysis test.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony.
• Must endure a personal, professional and moral background investigation to determine honesty, maturity and dependability.
• Must be fluent in the English language; ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.

Licenses/Certifications:

A license in Plumbing and/or Electric is a plus.

Comments:

This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.