Facilities Worker (Temporary Workers)

City-of-Fort-Lauderdale,-Fl; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking part-time Facilities Worker positions with a 32-hour cap per week. This temporary at-will role involves strenuous outdoor work, often under challenging conditions, and follows departmental direction.

Assignments vary by department and location, and emergency coverage may be required. Applicants must have a Florida Class E driver's license and basic knowledge of maintenance methods.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current and valid State of Florida Class E driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Some knowledge of manual maintenance work methods, procedures, tools, equipment and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assignments will vary according to the specific department needs and work location.
• The role requires performing essential functions under supervision and within safety guidelines.

Skills

Florida driver's license

Manual maintenance knowledge

Job description

THIS POSTING IS FOR PART TIME FACILITIES WORKER POSITIONS ONLY

This is a temporary part-time position with a 32-Hour cap per week in accordance with City of Fort Lauderdale Policy and Standards Manual. This position is At-Will and is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement or the Personnel Rules.

Work requires strenuous physical outdoor work, often under unfavorable conditions. Work is generally performed under the immediate direction of a supervisor; however, many assignments are very routine and repetitive in nature and after learned can be performed without difficulty under only general supervision.

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

Assignments will vary according to the specific department needs and work location.

1. Possess a current and valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
2. Some knowledge of manual maintenance work methods, procedures, tools, equipment and tasks.

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderately loud. The work may entail sedentary work in an office setting. While performing duties, employee may frequently be required to stand, walk, stoop, talk, hear, reach above and below shoulders, and use hand and fingers dexterity keyboarding. The employee may be required on rare occasions to lift up to 50 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination, and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.