PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER

Department: Public Works
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Status: 24-32 Hours Per Week
Reports To: Public Works Supervisor/Director or City Manager
Compensation: $20 to $22 per hour to start, depending on qualifications and experience
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

POSITION SUMMARY

The City of Isleton is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and versatile Public Works Maintenance Worker to assist with the maintenance, repair, and operation of City streets, storm drainage and wastewater infrastructure, parks, grounds, buildings, equipment, and other public facilities.

This is a hands-on position requiring a broad range of maintenance skills and the willingness to perform a variety of assignments based on the needs of the City. The ideal candidate is reliable, mechanically inclined, comfortable working outdoors, able to operate tools and equipment safely, and willing to respond to both routine maintenance needs and emergency situations.

Because Isleton is a small community, the Public Works Maintenance Worker must be flexible and willing to work across multiple areas of City operations rather than within a single specialized division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Streets, Rights-of-Way & Drainage

• Perform routine maintenance and repair of City streets, alleys, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and public rights-of-way.
• Assist with pothole repair, asphalt patching, crack sealing, minor concrete work, and other street repairs.
• Install, repair, clean, and maintain traffic signs, posts, pavement markings, barricades, and related traffic-control devices.
• Clear vegetation, debris, and other obstructions from streets, sidewalks, rights-of-way, drainage areas, and City property.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain storm drains, catch basins, drainage ditches, culverts, and other stormwater facilities.
• Assist with flood preparation, storm response, pumping, road closures, and related emergency activities.

Wastewater & Utility Infrastructure

• Assist with the inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repair of wastewater collection facilities and related City infrastructure.
• Inspect manholes, sewer lines, pumps, and other system components as assigned.
• Assist in identifying and responding to sewer blockages, leaks, overflows, damaged infrastructure, and other operational problems.
• Operate pumps, hoses, cleaning equipment, and other tools used in wastewater and drainage maintenance.
• Assist contractors and specialized service providers performing work on City utility infrastructure.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures when working around wastewater facilities, confined spaces, chemicals, pumps, electrical equipment, or other hazards.
• Perform only those specialized activities for which the employee has received the required training and authorization.

Parks, Grounds & Landscaping

• Mow, edge, trim, weed, prune, and otherwise maintain City parks, landscaping, trees, open spaces, and public grounds.
• Operate mowers, trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, and other landscaping equipment.
• Perform basic irrigation system inspection and repair.
• Remove weeds, brush, trash, and debris from City property and rights-of-way.
• Assist with tree and vegetation maintenance and removal as appropriate.

Buildings & Facilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to City buildings and facilities.
• Perform basic painting, cleaning, carpentry, plumbing, fixture replacement, and other general maintenance work within the employee's training and ability.
• Identify facility conditions requiring repair by a licensed contractor or other specialist and report them to a supervisor.
• Assist with setup, cleanup, and maintenance associated with City meetings, community events, and public facilities as needed.

Equipment & Fleet

• Operate City vehicles, trailers, tractors, mowers, loaders, pumps, generators, and other light or heavy equipment for which the employee is properly trained and authorized.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, landscaping equipment, and other maintenance equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and basic preventive maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
• Report mechanical problems, damage, and safety concerns promptly.

General Public Works & Emergency Response

• Respond to service requests and reports of damaged or unsafe public infrastructure.
• Place cones, barricades, signs, and other traffic-control devices around work areas.
• Assist with emergency operations involving storms, flooding, sewer problems, fallen trees, roadway hazards, facility failures, and other incidents.
• May be required to respond outside normal working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Assist Police, Fire, emergency management personnel, contractors, and other agencies during emergencies or significant incidents as directed.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Purchase, pick up, load, unload, and transport supplies and materials as assigned.
• Assist other City departments with maintenance, setup, transportation, or operational needs when appropriate.

Records & Public Interaction

• Complete basic work orders, inspection records, equipment logs, maintenance records, and other documentation.
• Report infrastructure problems, safety hazards, equipment deficiencies, and maintenance needs to a supervisor.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with residents, businesses, contractors, coworkers, and members of the public.
• Refer complaints, technical questions, and policy matters to the appropriate City employee.
• Follow City policies, safety procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

Previous experience in public works, construction, utilities, landscaping, facilities maintenance, equipment operation, agriculture, mechanical repair, or a related field is desirable.

The City may consider candidates without previous municipal public works experience who demonstrate strong mechanical ability, reliability, willingness to learn, and experience performing comparable physical or maintenance work.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Possession of a valid California driver's license and an acceptable driving record is required.
• A California Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License is desirable.
• The employee may be required to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License within a specified period following appointment if required by assigned duties.
• First Aid and CPR certification may be required following appointment.
• Traffic-control or work-zone safety training may be required.
• Additional licenses or certifications related to pesticide application, equipment operation, wastewater, stormwater, traffic control, or public works maintenance are desirable or encouraged based upon assignment.

The City may provide or assist with job-related training and certifications as operational needs and available resources permit.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

The successful candidate should possess or demonstrate the ability to develop knowledge of:

• Basic construction and maintenance methods.
• Safe use of hand and power tools.
• Basic operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Street, storm drainage, wastewater, landscaping, and facility maintenance practices.
• Workplace and job-site safety procedures.
• Traffic-control practices for work performed in or near public roadways.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting.

The employee must be able to:

• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Prioritize work and respond appropriately to changing conditions.
• Recognize unsafe conditions and take appropriate action.
• Safely operate vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and members of the public.
• Maintain basic written and electronic records.
• Learn new equipment, systems, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Respond calmly and effectively during emergencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The position requires frequent physical activity associated with public works maintenance and construction, including the ability to:

• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical activity.
• Regularly lift and carry tools, equipment, materials, and other objects.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to approximately 50 pounds independently and heavier objects with assistance or appropriate equipment.
• Work on uneven terrain and around streets, drainage facilities, wastewater infrastructure, construction sites, equipment, and moving vehicles.
• Safely enter and exit trucks, tractors, and other equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to:

• Heat, cold, rain, wind, and other weather conditions.
• Dust, dirt, mud, noise, fumes, traffic, vegetation, insects, and uneven terrain.
• Wastewater and other potentially unsanitary conditions.
• Mechanical equipment and construction activities.
• Emergency and storm conditions.

Employees are expected to use appropriate personal protective equipment and comply with all City safety requirements.

The position may require work outside normal business hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

• Municipal or public agency maintenance
• Wastewater collection systems
• Stormwater and drainage maintenance
• Street or asphalt maintenance
• Heavy or light equipment operation
• Construction
• Landscaping and vegetation management
• Building and facility maintenance
• Plumbing or mechanical repair
• Traffic control
• Emergency or disaster response

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The City is seeking an employee who is:

• Dependable and consistently reports to work as scheduled.
• Willing to perform both skilled work and routine physical tasks.
• Comfortable working outdoors throughout the year.
• Mechanically inclined and able to solve practical problems.
• Safety conscious.
• Able to work independently without constant supervision.
• Flexible and willing to assist wherever needed.
• Professional when interacting with the public.
• Interested in learning new skills and obtaining additional certifications.
• Committed to maintaining City infrastructure and providing quality service to the community.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every duty, responsibility, or qualification associated with the position. Employees may be assigned other duties consistent with the needs of the City.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

The position is open until filled.

Interested applicants should submit a completed City employment application and/or resume to the City of Isleton.  Applicants are encouraged to email application and resume to citymanager@cityofisleton.gov

The City of Isleton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.