Maintainer (Street)

Description

Under the close supervision of the division head or other designated supervisor, is responsible for performing semi-skilled or unskilled tasks. Performs related tasks as requested.

Examples of Duties

• Work will include a wide range of maintenance and construction operations within the department assigned.
• Driving trucks, both single axle, and tandem axle, transport equipment to and from various job locations.
• Paints and repairs fences, buildings, street signs and equipment.
• Performs minor building construction and building maintenance to include cleaning restrooms, locker rooms, mopping/sweeping floors, etc. if not contracted to an outside entity.
• Performs installation of concrete, and asphalt materials.
• Operates mowing equipment, paint machines, dump trucks, sewer rodding machines, tapping machines and other equipment.
• Operates watch valves and hydrants.
• Installs water line extensions, new service lines, hydrants, valves, fences, street signs, overhead signs, banners, traffic signals, playground, and park equipment.
• Mows/Trims grass, hauls gravel, sludge, asphalt, digs trenches, and lays sewer pipe.
• Performs routine maintenance of equipment.
• Will be called in for overtime emergencies.

Typical Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in tasks required preferred.
• A valid Ohio driver’s license required upon hire and must be eligible for coverage under the City’s vehicle insurance provider. Commercial Driver's License Class A required within six (6) months after appointment.
• Voluntary certification for the operation of aerial lift truck/platforms, & forklift.
• Physical ability to perform all duties of the job in all types of weather with reasonable accommodation.
• Remain current on all certificates and licenses that are required for the position.

Supplemental Information

• Be able to identify and use basic hand tools: shovel, rake, broom, saw, hammer, pliers, screwdriver etc.
• Basic computer skills, document time and navigate through city’s software program according to position.
• Knowledge of basic maintenance procedures involved in carpentry, minor plumbing and electric, painting, blacktop, concrete, mechanical, and/or repair and maintenance of traffic pathways as well as water and sewer lines, according to position.
• Ability to operate dump trucks, mowers, tractors, pavers, bucket trucks and other equipment used in tasks of position.
• Ability to work independently after receiving written and oral instructions.
• Ability to read gauges and meters accurately and to keep simple records.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors, and the public.
• Other duties assigned.

Health Insurance

• High deductible health plan (HDHP) and health savings account (HSA).
• Monthly premiums are paid by employees at 21%. Deductibles are $2000/$4000 (Single/Family).
• The City funds 75% of the deductible after successful probationary period expiration as approved by the annual budget.

Dental Insurance

• Offered through Delta Dental (employee pays 10% of monthly premium).

Vision Insurance

• Offered through EyeMed (employee pays 10% of monthly premium).

Life Insurance

• Term Life Insurance is paid by the employer.

Retirement

• Employees and Employer contribute to Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) or Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund dependent on position.

Leave

• Vacation/Sick Leave accrual is more than adequate.
• Personal Leave/Injury Leave/Funeral Leave/Sick Leave is provided based on Union or Non-Union group.

Holidays

• 11 per year.

Additional Benefits

• Deferred Comp and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) are offered.