Maintenance Worker

Salary: $19.94 - $31.80 Hourly
Location : Public Works Department, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 23-00149
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 11/22/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.
Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Leaving sections of the application blank, noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
At time of application, applicants are requested to submit:

• Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) if using education to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Three (3) professional references, two of which must be from a current or former supervisor.
• Reference requests are automatically sent upon submission of your application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be sure to read each question carefully, answers cannot be changed once your application is submitted. Supplemental questions regarding certification, licenses or experience will be verified against information in your application and/or resume, failing to list required experience may cause your application to be denied.
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or within 48 hours of the close of this recruitment to the contact person listed below.
EEO STATEMENT
The City of Palmer complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-907-761-1302. The City of Palmer is an equal opportunity employer.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 the City of Palmer prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use by an employee of a controlled substance as defined in Schedules I through V of Section 202 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 USC 812), and as further defined by policy at 21 CFR 1308.11 - 1308.15 is prohibited in any workplace of the city.
Any individual who conducts business for the city, applies for a position or conducts business on the city's property is covered by the drug-free workplace policy. The policy includes, but is not limited to, all employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, and applicants.
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General Functions/Distinguishing Characteristics
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
The employee occupying this position performs duties to assist with the operations of the public works department to include building maintenance and operation of light equipment.
The Maintenance Worker is expected operate some equipment, perform manual labor, and light building maintenance. Work is performed with some independence within prescribed guidelines standards, and procedures. Work hours may include weekends, evenings and answering trouble calls.
Essential Functions & Duties

• Perform light maintenance of city buildings as directed (painting, light remodeling, drywall replacement, replacement of fixtures both plumbing and electrical, maintenance and cleaning of heating systems coil units, air handlers, boilers, furnaces, unit heaters, HVAC units, cleaning of A/C coils, filter changes, interior and exterior door maintenance, lock replacement, sypher code lock changes, roofing, carpentry, concrete work, installation of exterior siding, flag maintenance (lowering and raising), run Cat 5 Cable and make terminations to computers as required.
• Operating equipment (man lifts, bucket trucks, chain saws, plow trucks, loaders, cement mixers, and drain cleaning equipment) for building maintenance, parking lot lighting &building sidewalk repair, roofing and gutter replacement or repairs in a careful and skillful manner.
• Perform manual labor as required in building maintenance and construction on city water & sewer facilities.
  
• Perform other related duties as required by the Superintendent of Public Works.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Personal Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).M
• Must be able to pass APSIN background clearance to work at City of Palmer sensitive facilities. Must be able to meet with State of Alaska officials and city insurance inspectors during annual elevator checks, biannual boiler, and pressure vessel inspections.
• Current valid State of Alaska Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to comprehend and execute oral or written instructions and to apply guidelines to varied situations.
• Knowledge of the latest edition adopted of the uniform building, plumbing, mechanical code.
• Ability to read building plan sets and blueprints to complete tasks assigned.
• Ability to organize activities and tasks in an efficient and effective manner and work independently in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to meet and deal with the public and others in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience or equivalent knowledge in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and Controls.
• Skill in the safe use of machines and equipment, as required by the position.
• Ability to work as a member of a team of staff working towards a common goal.
• Ability to multi-task to perform and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements for the position.

Supplemental Information
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY PERSON(S) ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL IN THIS POSITION. ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
The benefits outlined below are for eligble full-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week.
Health, dental and vision insurance is available thru Premera BCBS. The City provides a life insurance policy thru MetLife as well as a short-term disability (STD) policy and an employee assistance program is available to all City employees (regardless of the number of hours worked) in addition to thier eligible dependents.
All employees in this category are enrolled in the State of Alaska Division of Retirement PERs program.
Supplemental benefits are available from Colonial Life, AFLAC, Allstate and MetLife as well as several 457 plans. These supplemental benefits are employee paid.
Information regarding leave benefits can be viewed in Palmer Municipal Code, Title 4 at https://palmer.municipal.codes/ or by contacting Human Resources at humanresources@palmerak.org
01
Do you have, or are you able to obtain and maintain, an APSIN security clearance?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a current, valid State of Alaska Driver's License with acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have experience with and knowledge of the latest edition adopted of the uniform building, plumbing, mechanical code?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have experience reading building plan sets and blueprints?

• Yes
• No

06
How many years of experience do you have working with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC and controls?

• 0 - 1 year
• 2 - 4 years
• 4 or more years

Required Question