MAINTENANCE WORKER

City of Opa Locka; Opa-Locka (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Opa Locka is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform various maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical work, and repairs for city infrastructure. Candidates should have hands-on experience in construction or maintenance, with a high school diploma or GED and a valid Florida driver's license. This position contributes to the upkeep of the city's facilities and supports municipal operations during events.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in construction or maintenance required.
• Valid Florida driver’s license mandatory.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance duties as directed.
• Maintain and repair municipal plumbing and electrical systems.
• Install and maintain traffic signs and street lights.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical

Plumbing

Masonry

Painting

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Ground maintenance equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

This is manual semiskilled work in assisting in a variety of the maintenance trades. Work involves performing specific general maintenance duties as directed. An employee in this class would be required to have a basic knowledge of several trades maintenance skills such as carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing and masonry in order to perform the duties. Work is performed under supervision and is reviewed through inspections for accuracy and conciseness

• Uses hand tools and equipment and a variety of machines safety and efficiently to assist with repair tasks or general maintenance.
• Operates and maintains ground maintenance equipment or power tools, as well as City Vehicles.
• Performs general maintenance on City vehicles, washing, waxing and preventative maintenance.
• May perform the installation, repair and replacement of curbs, gutters, storm drains as well as paving, patching, overlaying, and pothole repair to City streets and sidewalks.
• Maintains and repairs municipal buildings' plumbing and electrical systems, including replacing worn or defective parts, such as switches and fuses.
• Installs and / or replaces traffic signs, street lights, and pavement markings. Assists with the set up and take down of City sponsored events and functions.
• Performs minor maintenance work such as changing light bulbs, repair fixtures and furniture including minor repairs.
• Lay and replace water sewer lines
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements :

• High school graduate or general education degree (GED) supplemented by two (2) years experience in construction or maintenance; or any acceptable related combination of training and experience.
• A valid Florida’s driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B preferred.