Maintenance Worker I - Parks & Recreation

Salary : $31,200.00 - $39,416.00 Annually
Location : Clermont, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01056
Department:Parks & Recreation
Division: Parks
Opening Date: 11/27/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
General Description
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
This position performs general repair and maintenance of assigned City buildings, building systems and equipment, parks and/or grounds. Responsible for performing carpentry, general building maintenance, custodial tasks, maintaining assigned equipment, vehicles and supplies. The position works under general supervision according to procedures/processes. In some cases, the worker may determine how to complete tasks.This position is non-exempt. Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions will apply.
Per Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
Primary Duties

• Performs duties related to the enhancement, cleaning, repair, and maintenance of assigned area.
• Conducts preventive maintenance, receives and responds to repair work orders, and completes records regarding work performed.
• Depending on assigned area, may assist or perform skilled work in one or more of the following: carpentry; minor electrical; plumbing; HVAC, electronics; painting; and welding.
• Drives/maintains vehicles, and uses small power tools depending on assigned area.
• May perform any of the following depending on assigned area: a) performs general grounds keeping in the maintenance of the exterior of assigned City facilities (including lift stations/parks/ ball fields/play grounds) and properties including, but not limited to, mowing grass, trimming trees and shrubs, installing landscape materials, and removing weeds and debris; b) assists with clean-up operations after hurricanes and other inclement weather; c) performs custodial work including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, buffing and waxing floors, cleaning carpets, cleaning restrooms and offices, cleaning glass surfaces, and removing trash; d) sets up meeting rooms and facilities for events; e) may lock/unlock facilities and arm/disarm alarm systems; f) changes light bulbs; g) sweeps streets; h) puts up signs; and/or i) collects and disposes of trash/refuse.
• Transports materials and equipment to/from work sites; makes deliveries; and runs other errands as assigned.
• Properly uses equipment and tools, follows safety practices (including personal protective equipment when required), and is continuously aware of occupational hazards during the performance of assigned tasks.
• Performs all work in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of safety and quality. Ensures the timely completion of all assignments; and provides courteous and prompt customer service.
• Maintains records and prepares reports as required or requested.
• May perform some clerical tasks such as answering phones, getting mail, etc.
• May attend training, meetings, and workshops to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• One (1) year of related work experience.
• Valid Florida Driver's License

In some cases, an equivalent combination of higher education and experience may be considered, provided that the education and experience is in a relevant and related field.
Essential Physical Functions & Environmental Conditions
Physical Demands

• Continual light work and occasional heavy work.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds.
• Requires frequent walking and standing, climbing, stooping, reaching, and bending.
• Good finger/hand dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Good eyesight, hearing and speech.
• Regular driving of vehicle.
• Able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) if required.

Work Environment
Works outside in sometimes adverse environmental conditions (e.g., heat, cold, and rain) for extended periods of time. Depending on assigned area, may be exposed to construction, water/wastewater, and other site hazards including, but not limited to, bright/dim lights, dust/pollen, intense noise, vibration, fumes/noxious odors, toxic/caustic chemicals, electrical shock, heights of 70 feet or more, disease/pathogens, traffic, and moving machinery.
The City of Clermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Americans with Disabilities Act requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with management.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all of the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Job functions described are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees may be assigned additional duties by management as deemed necessary. Duties not contained herein may be considered essential to performing this job successfully, just as though they were included in this job description.
The City of Clermont has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
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