Public Works Operations Specialist

About the role

The Public Works Operations Specialist position is a full-time role under the direction of the Public Works Director and general supervision of the Public Works Superintendent. This position performs a variety of skilled and technical tasks relative to the day-to-day operations, maintenance and repair of the Town’s buildings, roads, grounds, open spaces, cemetery, parks and/or recreation systems.

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance with the organization and operations of the Public Works Operations Department.
• Mows, applies herbicides for weed control in accordance with safety guidelines, and maintains cemetery, parks, open spaces, rights-of-way, and alleys throughout the Town.
• Performs maintenance and repair of sprinkler systems including installation of sprinkler lines and heads.
• Operates tractors, mowers, backhoes, and other equipment as needed.
• Plants lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers. Carries out the seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, watering, tree trimming and pest and weed control of parks and open spaces.
• Inspects, washes, and performs routine maintenance of park drinking fountains and public restrooms.
• Sweeps, washes, paints and repairs or replaces park tables and slabs.
• Opens, closes, locks, and unlocks facilities as needed; sets up and dismantles equipment for events and park programs.
• Performs routine custodial and facility support duties, including cleaning and maintaining Town buildings, mopping and sanitizing floors, and cleaning and restocking restrooms.
• Performs semi-skilled interior building maintenance such as painting, plumbing, carpentry, and other unskilled and semi-skilled trades work.
• Cleans, rebuilds and repairs drains and culverts, digs drainage ditches.
• Installs and maintains street signs and markings.
• Assists in the construction of new parks facilities, including clearing, grading, drainage, and foundation work.
• Documents and maintains accurate records of work completed.
• Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of building and grounds maintenance functions.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: Possession of a High School Diploma or GED is the minimum education required. Any combination of education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance is acceptable. Proven experience in the essential functions and duties of the position is preferred.
• Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certificates: Must possess a valid Arizona drivers’ license (or ability to transfer an out-of-state license to Arizona immediately) and maintain an excellent driving record. Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred; or must have the ability to obtain appropriate CDL within six (6) months of hire. Required to obtain fingerprint card and Arizona Department of Agriculture Certified Applicator License within six (6) months of hire.