General Maintenance Worker (part-time) - Public Works

YUMA; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

Long Term Disability (LTD)

Short Term Disability

Social Security & Medicare

Worker's Comp.

Unemployment Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

The City of Yuma is seeking a General Maintenance Worker to join the Public Works Department. You will assist with maintenance of municipal buildings, facilities, grounds, streets and parks, under supervision, following safety rules and procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and some maintenance experience. Valid Arizona driver’s license required; duties may include indoor/outdoor work and exposure to construction hazards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Some experience in general maintenance work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintenance tasks for municipal buildings, facilities, grounds, streets and parks.
• Performs duties under supervision and adheres to safety regulations and procedures.
• Learns general maintenance methods and operates basic tools and equipment.
• Supports city public relations by interacting courteously with the public and staff.

Skills

Basic tools usage

Follow verbal & written instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This position is in the Public Works Department.

Summary

Are you looking to join a team that values Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness? Do you want to be a part of a strong team dedicated to serving our community, building relationships, and creating opportunities? Then this might be the opportunity for you!

We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as a General Maintenance Worker, working with the Public Works departments at the City of Yuma. The ideal candidate will assist with various manual labor tasks including the cleaning, maintenance and repair of municipal buildings, facilities, grounds, streets, and parks.

Under close supervision, assists with general labor and maintenance tasks in various City departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists with various manual labor tasks related to the upkeep and repair of public infrastructure, which may include maintenance of streets, roads, basins, rights-of way, street signs, sidewalks, streetlights, traffic signals, sanitation, and waste removal; duties may vary according to job assignment and individual skills.
• Performs job duties within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations to minimize risk of accidents and enhance safety of the facilities.
• Learns a variety of general maintenance work methods and procedures, and the operation and maintenance of specialized tools and equipment.
• Supports the relationship between the City and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, vision, values and the “Yuma Way”, and complies with all City policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Some experience in general maintenance work is preferred.

Knowledge Of

• City policies and procedures.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Skill In

• Using basic tools in a safe and effective manner.
• Following verbal and written instructions and procedures.

License And Certification Requirements

A valid Arizona State Driver’s License is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed indoors and outdoors at work sites throughout the city; requires ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment.

Benefits for Regular Part-time Employees (20-28 hours per week)

• ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) - City employees are automatically enrolled in the Arizona State Retirement System. Employees contribute 11.87% (pre-tax) and the City contributes 11.87% of employee gross wages through automatic deduction. Should an employee terminate City employment, the ASRS funds may be withdrawn or remain until retirement. Contributions to the ASRS are in addition to FICA (Social Security taxes).
• LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) - Included through the Arizona State Retirement System. Employees contribute .11% and the City contributes .11% of employee gross wages. LTD contributions are in addition to FICA (Social Security taxes).
• SHORT TERM DISABILITY -The City provides short-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee. Short-term disability replaces part of your income if you can’t work for a short time due to a covered disability.
• SOCIAL SECURITY & MEDICARE - Employees pay a contribution into the Social Security & Medicare System.
• WORKER'S COMP. - Insurance coverage for medical expenses and loss of income due to an on-the-job injury is provided by the City of Yuma for all employees.
• UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE - Employees are covered by Unemployment Insurance.
• LIFE INSURANCE - The City provides a life insurance policy for employees in an amount that is equal to your annual salary. An Accidental Death and Dismemberment rider is also included for an equal amount. Employees may elect, at their cost, additional life insurance for up to 5X their annual salary. Various voluntary insurance policies are available at your cost and may be set up as an automatic payroll deduction. Information is available from the City's Human Resources Department.
• GENERAL LEAVE - Part-time employees (working year-round positions) 20 hours or more per week will accrue general leave. The accrual rate is pro-rated based on the years of service and hours worked per pay period, up to a maximum of 60 hours.
• SICK LEAVE - Employees are eligible to utilize paid sick leave immediately following 90 calendar days from their date of hire. July 1 of each year, employees will have 40 hours of sick leave added to their sick leave bank. New employees will have 40 hours of sick leave added to their sick leave bank on their date of hire.
• HOLIDAYS - Part-time employees who work the day of the City recognized holiday will be paid for the amount of hours worked on the actual holiday, up to eight hours. No holiday pay will be earned for days designated as "observed days". The following are City-recognized holidays:
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (third Monday in January)
  • President's Day (third Monday in February)
  • Memorial Day (Last Monday in May)
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day (First Monday in September)
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Day After Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Day
  • Additional Day in conjunction with Christmas
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Employees may participate in a tax-sheltered Annuity Plan (457 Plan) through payroll deduction to provide additional retirement income.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT- The City provides eligible employees tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses. Eligible regular part-time employees may receive up to $1,750 per calendar year.
• SMOKE-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT - The City prohibits smoking in, and within a reasonable distance of, all buildings used by the City for the conduct of City business or buildings or facilities used or occupied as workspace by City employees. This policy applies to all City employees, volunteers, citizens, and other persons entering or using City owned or operated vehicles. This policy applies to all City employees, volunteers, citizens, and other persons entering or using City owned or operated facilities and/or vehicles.

The rate of pay for this position is $16.5139 hourly.