MAINTENANCE WORKER I

CITY OF WILLITS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: MAINTENANCE WORKER I
REPORTS TO: Public Works Superintendent TYPE: Classified/Non-Exempt
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in this classification. Specifications are not to reflect all duties performed within the job.
position summary:
Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks assisting in the construction, repair, and maintenance of buildings, parks and other public works facilities, construction, repair, installation and maintenance of streets, water/wastewater utility lines, buildings, parks and other public works facilities. Maintain a Class C California driver’s license.
essential functions:
Lifting items of 75 pounds; walking on uneven surfaces; use of power and hand tools; constant bending; frequent climbing; hear oral instructions; speak to other workers; work in confined spaces.
typical duties and responsibilities:
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Read water meters for billing.
Work in and around raw sewage/wastewater.
Work in and around underground utilities.
Manual digging and excavating
Maintain parks and park facilities, performing necessary landscaping and groundskeeping work.
Upkeep and cleaning of all City facilities and restrooms.
Respond to water and sewer calls on weekends and determine course of action.
Clear minor sewer blockages and call in help for larger problems.
Make repairs to and maintains City buildings; perform janitorial work; set up for meetings; move furniture.
Set up street barricades for special events, clean litter, maintain litter containers and street furniture.
Assist other maintenance employees in performing repairs/maintenance of streets, water/wastewater pipelines and other facilities.
Clean clogged storm drain basins.
Clean and maintain equipment used in the course of work.
Paint street markings and perform street sign maintenance.
Traffic control flag person duties.
Fill out accurate work orders and track parts usage.
Follow all safety policies of the Public Works Department.
Performs other related duties as required.
materials, equipment and tools:
Shovel, rake, jackhammer, vibratory compactor, vibratory plate, trucks, power tools, chain saw, sander, weed eater, paint machine, hammer, wrench, pry-bar, pipe cutter, chain cutter, cement chain saw, sewer rodder truck, man lift use up to 44 feet high, tapping machine, street sweeper, welder and torch. Pavement oils, asphalt, petroleum products not limited to gasoline, diesel and motor oils, liquid propane, cement products, earth material (including dusts from them), latex paint, water, brass parts, cast iron pipe, aluminum parts, galvanized parts, PVC pipe products, ABS pipe products, glues and primers, old lead pipe joints, non-friable asbestos cement pipe, epoxy glues and various cleaners and disinfectants.
special requirements:
Possess a valid Class C or higher California driver’s license. Ability to obtain a Hazwoper 40-hour certificate.
desirable skills, knowledge AND abilities:
Knowledge of:
Methods, procedures, tools, techniques, equipment and supplies used in park and building maintenance work.
Use of equipment used in the field of custodial building maintenance.
Safe work practices.
Safe driving practice

Ability to:
Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of public works.
Operate Pickups, Trucks and moderately light power-driven equipment when assigned.
Use the hand and power tools and equipment required in general building and grounds maintenance work.
Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods under sometimes unfavorable conditions.
Read and write for successful job performance.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
MINIMUM EDUCATION/experience:
High School Graduate or GED, and one year experience in general maintenance and/or construction and/or public infrastructure labor.

DESIRED EDUCATION/experience:
High School Graduate or GED, and three years experience in city of county public works department.
physical requirements:
Work in under ground excavations with shoring. Work in “others” construction work sites. Work out of a man lift up to 44 feet high. May work around hazardous material in accordance with the 40-hour Hazwoper certificate. Work in and around raw sewage and wastewater, chlorine fumes, raw sewage waste fumes and sewer gases. Constant exposure to sun, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, kneeling, squatting, twisting, exposure to airborne dust and loud noises; frequent climbing of ladders of up to 12′ above ground, driving, working on slippery surfaces, working with toxic substances; occasional lifting of items weighing up to 75 pounds, lifting above shoulders, climbing of ladders of up to 20′ above ground; ability to work in confined and cramped spaces; repetitive hand motion; hear verbal instructions; climb in/out of ditches; turn valves, lift and carry pipes; dig ditches; small motor skills, and climbing flights of stairs.

NOTE: Accommodations may be made for some of the essential functions/requirements listed for qualifying individuals who require such accommodation, due to a qualifying disability.