Maintenance & Repair Worker

CITY OF DORAVILLE, GEORGIA POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title: Maintenance and Repair Worker Reports To: Maintenance Superintendent Department: Public Works FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Summary of Position: Operation and use of equipment and power tools to perform a range of general maintenance and special projects as required by the City. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of a specific statement from the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Operates the various equipment and power tools to accomplish tasks in the cleaning, maintenance and service to the buildings and grounds of the City. The maintenance worker performs a wide range of assignments as requested to provide for quality preservation for the longevity of the City's property. Exercises discretion in the performance of the work and regularly uses independent judgment. Conducts minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in grounds keeping. Monitors property grounds and right of ways to ensure a pleasant appearance. Minimum Qualifications: Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation, to include but not limited to, a physical examination with drug screening and an oral interview. Preferred Skills and Qualifications: Flexibility in working on multiple tasks. Substantive knowledge of general maintenance projects for numerous and varied repair and service requests. Broad base of general knowledge in safety and accident prevention in the use and operation of equipment and tools. Trainable in the use of tools and equipment used and operated by maintenance personnel. Dexterity and capacity to lift 50 pounds in the performance of the necessary tasks and projects are essential to the overall performance in this position. Such tools and equipment include: tractors, lawn mowers and various landscaping tools and equipment, various shop power tools (electric saws, drills and screwdrivers), and general household type tools (vacuum cleaner, hammer, pliers, staple gun and the like). Proficiency in the safe use, care and maintenance of tools and equipment used on the job. Dependable and strong work ethic is necessary to service the internal customers and residents of the City. Mental and Physical Requirements: Ability to exert moderate, though not constant, physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Ability to communicate orally and to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, fire, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, explosives, water hazards, disease, pathogenic substances, or rude/irate customers. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or other applicable law, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the City. Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Employer-paid for full-time employees. Dependent coverage is available at an additional cost. Basic Life Insurance – The City of Doraville provides full-time employees and their eligible dependents with Basic Life insurance at no cost. Full-time employees also receive additional AD&D coverage. 100% Employer-Paid Retirement (401a Plan) – The City fully funds a 401a retirement plan to support long-term financial security. 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan – Employee-funded savings plan with an employer match to enhance retirement savings. Alternative Work Schedules – Full-time employees are eligible for compressed or hybrid work schedule options. At-Will Employment: This classification specification does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Employment with the City of Doraville is at-will in accordance with Georgia law. Equal Opportunity: The City of Doraville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity in all our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruitment, selection, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, and compensation, discipline and termination. The City prohibits discrimination, harassment, and / or retaliation in employment based upon race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including same-sex); sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; public assistance status; or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.