Trades Worker Ii Streets & Drainage

Salary : $33,945.60 Annually
Location : Panama City, FL
Job Type: Full- Time
Job Number: 20230911
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 11/09/2023
Salary: Salary/Hourly wages may be adjusted based upon experience within Step Plan Parameters.
MAJOR FUNCTIONS
MAJOR FUNCTIONS
Under the guidance and leadership of the Director of Public Works, the Trades Worker II is semi-skilled level work in masonry, concrete, asphalt and pipe laying trade. Perform a variety of manual labor tasks requiring job-acquired skills in new construction, maintenance, repair, construction of streets, storm water pipes, culverts, inlet boxes, overflow structures, sidewalks curb and gutter installation.
This is an emergency essential position that requires performance of emergency duties and actions to prepare, repair, and recover the City before, during, and after any adverse storm events (hurricane, tornado, tropical storm, flooding, winter storms, ice storm, etc.) or other conditions (natural or manmade).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs basic masonry, plastering, and concrete work in the construction, demolition, alteration, repair and maintenance of concrete such as bridges, spans, columns, driveways, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, storm-water structures such as boxes, culverts, inlets, slabs, floors, concrete forms and masonry structures such as head walls, brick and block walls, building construction repair and demolition, repair and various other types of construction.
• Performs miscellaneous duties such as laying concrete block and brick, installing concrete and plastic pipe for storm water systems.
• Performs maintenance and repair of streetscapes, sidewalks, headwalls, drop inlets and drainage pipes.
• Operates surveying equipment to determine grades and elevations, record, read, and interpret elevation readings.
• Performs maintenance, repair and construction of asphalt streets and structures.
• Assists supervisor and fellow team members in the planning and lay-out of projects.
• Demonstrates knowledge and is capable of performing work in the following areas: Sodding, seeding, trimming, mowing, edging, pruning, watering and fertilizing of grass, flowers, shrubs and trees. Planting in median strips, traffic islands, beds, and around public buildings. Excavation of trenches, ditches and foundations. Spraying of grass, flowers, shrubs and trees with insecticides, fungicides and weed killers. Maintenance, repair and construction of streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, swales, sewer, water lines, storm drains and catch basins. Operation of automobiles or light and medium trucks.
• Must be able to work in all types of adverse weather conditions and environments and be available for duties outside regular working hours when called upon to assist On-call staff or when required by Supervisor (overtime).
• Communicates in an efficient, prompt, and courteous manner with all internal and external customers including regulatory bodies and public entities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of materials, methods, procedures and equipment used in the masonry and concrete trade.
• Ability to work from blueprints, rough sketches maps.
• Basic knowledge of buildings/ construction standards, DOT specifications and other regulations pertaining to this trade.
• Basic working knowledge of hand and power tools, methods, and materials in general maintenance work and concrete finishing and block laying.
• Knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and tools of one or more of the masonry and pavement trades.
• Ability to understand, follow and communicate in writing.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards in the work involved and take precautionary methods to protect self and others.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor (digging, lifting etc..) for extended periods, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, positive, and effective working relationships with other departments, team members, professional groups, and the general public.
• Possess physical strength and agility sufficient to work out of doors under variable weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required.
• Three years' experience in manual labor maintenance and construction work in related fields of concrete, masonry, asphalt, and pipe laying work desired.

A comparable amount of training and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Summary:

• Occasionally - Lift/Carry: 50+ Lbs., Push/Pull: 50+ Lbs., Climb, Crawl, Sit
• Frequently - Lift/Carry: 50 Lbs. or Less, Push/Pull: 50 Lbs. or Less, Twist/Turn, Reach Above Shoulder, Reach Outward, Handling/Fine Motor Skills, Stand, Walk, Drive, Work at Heights

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is outside year-round and is constantly exposed to all weather conditions.
• This position requires moderate exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g. exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment).
• This position often requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER
These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City.
For more detailed information about the benefits please reach out to the Human Resources Department.
WORK/ LIFE INTEGRATION

• 12 Days of Paid Time Off
• 12 Days of Paid Sick leave- 6 may be used for family
• 12 Days of Paid Holidays
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Social Event Outings
• Employee Assistance Program

HEALTH & WELLNESS

• Medical Benefits-Team Member (ZERO cost option available)
• Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)
• Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)
• Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)
• Vision Benefits
• Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Health Savings Account/ Medical FSA

FINANCIAL WELLNESS

• General Employee Retirement Pension Fund (10% of annual compensation)
• Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services
• City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)
• Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children
• Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Education Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement
• Job Stability & Security