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About the Department

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.  Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION

To perform refuse collection activities; to operate and maintain a wide variety of maintenance tools and equipment; and to perform a variety of maintenance duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Maintenance Worker I--This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including less complex maintenance and repair activities. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Maintenance Worker II--This is the full journey level class within the Maintenance Worker series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the level I, or when filled from the outside, have prior experience

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Maintenance Worker I

Receives immediate supervision from higher level public works maintenance staff. 

Maintenance Worker II

Receives general supervision from higher level public works maintenance staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

1. Operate construction, maintenance, and landscape assigned equipment and vehicles; perform minor maintenance and repairs as needed. 
2. Conduct traffic control when working in high traffic areas of the City; install street barricades and cones prior to the performance of maintenance or repair activities; direct and control traffic around work sites.
3. Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed. 
4. Respond to emergencies as needed.
5. Respond to inquiries and questions from the public.
6. May assist in performing other maintenance work as assigned.
7. Attend safety and training sessions and seminars.
8. Perform related duties as required.
9. Operate a variety of equipment including refuse trucks and front end loaders in the collection and transportation of residential and/or commercial waste, green waste, and recycled materials along assigned routes;; dispose of refuse materials according to assigned procedures. 
10. Assemble and deliver automated refuse containers to assigned residents and communities. 
11. Maintain assigned refuse vehicles in proper working condition; perform preventive maintenance on street sweeping and refuse collection equipment. 
12. Maintain roadways by removing sand, gravel and debris from streets using motorized street sweeper.
13. Perform special or non-routine refuse collection service and assignments as needed including building and/or repairing garbage containers; perform welding to fabricate parts as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Maintenance Worker I

Knowledge of:

Methods and techniques of general maintenance and repair related to refuse. 

Operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used in the maintenance of City refuse vehicles. 

Basic principles and practices of mechanical repair and preventive maintenance. 

Basic principles and practices of engine tune-ups and brake repair. 

Shop tools and automotive maintenance equipment used in repairs. 

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:

Learn operations and activities of refuse collection services including operating a street sweeper. 

Learn to systematically perform preventive maintenance. 

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

      Experience:

      One year of maintenance experience related to refuse is desirable.

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License or Certificate 

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license. 

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Class B driver's license.

Maintenance Worker II

In addition to the qualifications for Maintenance Worker I:

Knowledge of:

Operations and activities of refuse collection services including operation of a street sweeper.

Operation and repair characteristics of a wide variety of vehicles, equipment, pipes and facilities used in the City. 

Ability to:

Perform a variety of journey level maintenance and repair work in refuse.

Operate equipment within assigned area. 

Work independently without supervision.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

      Experience:

      Two years of maintenance experience within Refuse.

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

Field environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, heat, cold, waste and infectious materials and inclement weather conditions; work in confined spaces.

Physical Conditions:

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Other Qualifications

SELECTIONPROCESS: The qualifications of each applicant, as set forth in the application, will be continuously reviewed by Human Resources. Applicants whose applications clearly demonstrate they meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may be any combination of written, oral and/or performance exams. A score of 80% or above is required to advance through each phase of the process. An application must be completed. A resume is not a substitute for an application. 

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
Veteran's Preference Application (Download PDF reader)
Applicants must submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.