Maintenance Worker

Under the direction of the Foreman, the Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing physical labor and operating equipment associated with construction, maintenance of streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and signage and drainage facilities. Maintenance Workers regularly perform routine maintenance tasks related to the repair and general upkeep of the City’s premises, equipment, systems, parks, and cemeteries.

• Maintain and repair city streets, state routes, cemeteries, parks, recreation facilities and all city property and buildings.
• Remove debris and dead animal carcasses from streets and public grounds.
• Maintain all storm drainage structures and waterways.
• Maintain and repair traffic signs, posts, crash attenuators, and guardrails.
• Perform routine maintenance on department vehicles and equipment.
• Properly operate hand and power tools; dump trucks, loader/backhoe, roller, sweeper, and other motorized equipment
• Read and utilize serviceman manuals, keep accurate daily logs for pesticides, and apply pesticides by following the prescribed label as directed by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• Valid Ohio Class B Commercial Drivers License (or must be able to obtain in 6 months of service)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess general knowledge of tools, materials, and methods used in street repair and maintenance, general knowledge of park, cemetery, and recreation facilities maintenance and repair.
• Experience in the operation of dump trucks, riding mowers, tractor-mower combinations, loader/backhoes, mechanical roadway sweepers 
• Knowledge and familiarity with departmental, city, and state rules, regulations, ordinances, and policies

• Ability to adhere to safe operating practices in all phases of the job whether working alone or as a team member.

Compensation:

• Entry-level non-CDL holders start at $20.40 per hour.
• Current Class B-CDL holders start at $22.15-$25.01 per hour depending on experience.