160-14 - Crew Worker

City of Kingsland Georgia; Chester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kingsland is seeking a Crew Worker to assist in maintaining city utilities, streets, facilities and vehicles. Work is given by oral instructions or work orders and reviewed for quality and timeliness. This full-time role is part of a rotational Public Works program.

Responsibilities include operating hand and power tools, handling chemicals, and performing asphalt and concrete removal and replacement. Work is often outdoors, may involve heavy lifting and standby for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year in general maintenance or construction preferred.
• Licenses: Georgia Class C or higher driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operates hand and power tools and a variety of equipment.
• Performs asphalt and concrete removal and replacement.
• Works outdoors in varying conditions and lifts up to 90 pounds.

Job description

Kingsland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Kingsland is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at The City of Kingsland are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Kingsland will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Kingsland encourages applicants of all ages.

Job ID 160-14 Category Public Works & Municipal Utilities Status Open Position Open Until Filled Salary Pay Grade H-23 $14.03 - $21.20 hourly Posted July 27, 2026 8:00 AM Closing Open Until Filled

160-14 - Crew Worker

General Statement of Job

The Crew Worker assists in the maintenance of city owned utilities, streets, facilities and vehicles. Assignments are received in the form or oral instruction or work orders and rough notes. Work is reviewed for quality and timeliness of completed projects. This position requires demonstrated competency and increasing independence, knowledge and ability in performing routine and special assignments in a variety of maintenance program areas in the Public Works department. This classification is a full-time position assigned to a rotational program in public works.

Receives supervision from public works supervisors and ongoing training on a wide variety of equipment, operational rules, guidelines, procedures and methods.

Essential Functions

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Duties in all divisions include some or all of the following: Operates hand and power tools, light and heavy construction equipment and specialized equipment. Handles and applies chemicals. Performs asphalt and concrete removal and replacement. Includes considerable time standing, sitting, walking, driving, kneeling, stooping, crouching, squatting, climbing ladders, crawling, twisting of upper body, lifting heavy objects, operating heavy tools and equipment. Significant amount of time spent working outdoors, working in confined spaces; working with chemicals; occasional extreme noise or vibration; working around electrical, mechanical, chemical or explosive hazards; working around hazardous waste. May be required to operate heavy equipment. May be required to interact with customers on site or when requested; may be required to utilize department or Citywide software applications to maintain records or perform various duties. Engages in a wide variety of tasks such as assisting in the maintenance and repair of water mains, sewer mains, and services; cleans roadside ditches, culverts, and catch basins; and repairs streets, sidewalks, and grounds maintenance. Mows grass and edges and clears sidewalks. Assists other departments in emergency and non-routine situations.

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Requires a valid driver’s license, a physical examination, and a random drug testing. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of: Standard and job-specific methods, materials, terminology and safe work practices of maintenance, construction, and maintenance equipment and tools. Knowledge of material commonly used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities as related to assigned areas. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety standards and practices applicable to work being done. Knowledge of the utilization and care of materials and equipment used. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Skill in: Physical stamina and strength to operate a variety of tools and equipment; perform physical tasks for long periods of time, and ability to lift light and heavy loads (20-90 lbs.); physical flexibility to move objects and operate equipment; demonstrate ability to safely operate and drive vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to: Listen, understand, retain, follow, apply verbal and written instructions or directions; learn effective and safe operation of equipment and tools; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; respond courteously to public inquiries; recognize and use safe work practices; learn and retain specific and general information concerning equipment, functions, and projects; be available for standby and emergency response coverage (before and after regular work hours; weekends, and holidays).
• EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way would be:
• Education: Completion of a job or technical training program in maintenance, or construction, completion of high school or the equivalent.
• Experience: Maintenance Worker -- One year of full time experience in general maintenance, or construction.
• LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATION:
• Licenses: Possession of a valid Georgia Class "C" and/or Class “A” or "B" Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements; meet requirements, maintain license and a good driving record.

Special Requirements

Working Conditions and Physical Abilities Work is performed primarily out-of-doors involving moderate risks, discomfort, or unpleasantness such as a high level of noise; dust, grease and mud; moving vehicles or machines; cold and/or wet weather. Normal safety precautions are required; and the incumbent may wear some protective clothing and equipment such as rain and snow gear, boots, goggles, and gloves. Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven surfaces; and recurring bending, crouching, stooping and reaching; and occasional lifting of moderately heavy items. Work requires above average physical agility and dexterity. Work requires lifting up to 90 pounds.

Miscellaneous Information

NOTICE: The above job profile does not include all essential and nonessential duties of this job. All employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Personnel Department to review and discuss the essential and nonessential functions of the job. An employee with a disability can evaluate the job in greater detail to determine if she/he can safely perform the essential function of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. DISCLAIMER: Job profiles are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, skills, efforts, working conditions, or similar behaviors, attributes or requirements associated with a job. A job profile is not a comprehensive job description. It is intended for the sole purpose of acquainting a person who is unfamiliar with such position with a brief overview of the position's general direction and scope. This position profile is confidential, is intended for internal use only and may not be copied or reproduced by anyone for any purpose without written permission from the Human Resources Director or the City Manager.