Public Works Service Worker II Full Time

The City of Lake Alfred is seeking a dependable and hardworking Service Worker II to support the daily operation, maintenance, and care of City streets, right‑of‑ways, stormwater systems, utilities infrastructure, and various City facilities. This full‑time, non‑exempt role offers hands‑on work that directly supports essential public services and community safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain City streets, alleys, right‑of‑ways, stormwater facilities, and City‑owned buildings.
• Perform routine grounds and roadway maintenance including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, spraying ditches, and debris removal.
• Operate lawn equipment, hand tools, small power tools, light trucks, and other mechanized equipment used in grounds and street maintenance.
• Clean and maintain storm sewer pipes, catch basins, ditches, and sidewalks.
• Assist with carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical repair tasks as needed.
• Mix and apply herbicides and non‑restricted pesticides; support all phases of landscape installation and maintenance.
• Provide support for sanitation collection, cemetery maintenance, and City special events when assigned.
• Participate in on‑call rotations for after‑hours needs, including disaster and storm response. 

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in street, grounds, or similar maintenance work (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
• Ability to operate lawn equipment, hand tools, power tools, and large/heavy machinery.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, FDOT requirements, tools, and proper maintenance practices.
• Ability to follow written/oral instructions and interact courteously with the public and coworkers. 

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
• Class B CDL required or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Must be able to perform heavy manual labor including lifting up to 70 lbs., climbing, kneeling, crawling, standing, pulling, and pushing.
• May require working at heights (e.g., roofs or ceilings).
• Must be able to safely operate motorized vehicles and all manual/electric tools required for assignments. 

The City of Lake Alfred is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.