Maintenance Worker I - Public Works

Responsibilities

• Perform various semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the installation, maintenance and repair of roads, sidewalks, drainage systems and Town facilities and equipment.
• Performs services and repairs as needed to maintain public facilities and easements including construction projects, minor electrical/plumbing repairs, masonry, carpentry, painting, cleaning restrooms/shop/work areas, etc.
• Operate various hand/gas tools, such as but not limited to weed eaters, riding lawn mowers, shovels, picks, valve keys, pneumatic tools.
• Perform manual repetitive work such as loading, unloading, and carrying materials, supplies, and equipment; placing barricades and warning lights around work area; placing/pouring, finishing, and breaking asphalt and/or concrete.
• Remove debris from street rights-of-ways, catch basins, drainage ways and other Town property.
• Work as part of construction crew in road repair, gravel spreading or ditch digging; perform routine maintenance on machinery & tools.
• Safely operate vehicles and equipment according to department policies and OSHA standards to ensure all assigned areas are clean, grounds are properly mowed and trimmed and adheres to safety rules & regulations.
• Assist with various labor tasks in other departments including Parks & Recreation, Wastewater, and Construction/Code/Storm Water Inspections.
• May be required to work overtime or in an on-call status, as directed.
• May be required to perform various other duties as assigned by the Public Works Director or Town Administrator.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year’s experience in performing heavy manual work in a construction, industrial or municipal setting is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license in the State of Tennessee.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid Medical, at any coverage level, effective the 1st of the month after hire date
• Dental & Vision
• TCSR Pension Plan through the State of TN
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off - Vacation & Sick Time
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Additional supplemental insurance and benefit options