Maintenance Worker I - Trees - 133 - DeLand, Florida
DeLand, FL
About the Job
City of DeLand
120 South Florida Avenue
DeLand, FL 32720
Phone: (386) 626-7000
MAINTENANCE WORKER I - Public Works - Trees
Department:Exempt:
Reports To: ForemanPay Wage:$16.75 Hourly
Position Type: Hours:
Job Summary:
This position performs a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks under direct supervision of a foreman, lead worker, or other higher-level classified employees. Duties may involve the use of hand and power tools and the operation of light truck and construction equipment as a part of the assignment. Duties may be performed under adverse weather or working conditions.
Job Description:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs yard maintenance such as cutting grass, edging, weeding, laying sod, spreading grass seed and fertilizing.
Other duties to include assisting with the removal of tree debris and clippings, hedging and minor tree trimming
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) from an U.S. Department of Education accredited institution is required.
Irrigation and tree trim/grounds cleanup experience is desired.
An equivalent combination of education, experience and trainingwhich provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered for minimum requirements.
LICENSES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Florida driver's license and an acceptable driving record is required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to read and write neatly.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
Ability to develop and maintain good personal relationship with other employees and the public.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to follow and apply common sense understanding, to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to work independently and in a diligent manner.
Ability to use various hand and power tools related to the job.
Good physical condition is essential.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ADA: This job requires walking, standing, pushing, bending, stooping, equipment operation and driving. The employee may work in an office environment or outside in various weather conditions. Working in or with moving vehicles and/or equipment may be required as well as working from heights, in dusty condition, with hands, feet, and/or legs in water and may handle chemicals.
Lifting: ,
Vision: 20/20 or Corrected to 20/100
Environment: ,
Hearing:
*Class Descriptions are not intended to be restrictive. The use of (or absence of) a particular illustration of duties shall not be held to exclude or limit the authority of a Department Head to assign other duties which are similar and related to work.
