Maintenance Worker 2-Construction

City of Spring Hill, Tennessee; Spring Hill (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Spring Hill seeks a Maintenance Worker 2 to perform skilled construction and maintenance tasks in the Public Works Department. You will operate jackhammers and other equipment, support stormwater and site work, and ensure safe, productive job sites.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Tennessee driver's license, and Stormwater Level 1 Certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Tennessee Driver's License.
• Stormwater Level 1 Certification required or willing to obtain within 6 months.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Background check successfully completed.

Responsibilities

• Operate jackhammers, mowers, brush chippers, pipe saws and other small equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Report equipment defects to supervisor and maintain equipment.
• Assist crews with digging ditches, laying pipes and hoisting materials.
• Install and maintain traffic control devices; follow safety standards.
• Keep work areas clean and support general labor as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Instruction following

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Spring Hill is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Worker 2 within the Public Works Department. This position is responsible for operating equipment and performing skilled construction and maintenance work. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Construction Superintendent.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Operates jackhammers, mowers, brush chippers, pipe saws, asphalt/concrete saws, and other small equipment.
• Performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Reports equipment defects and needed repairs to the supervisor.
• Cleans and maintains assigned equipment.

Construction & Field Support

• Assists crews with digging ditches and trenches, hoisting materials, tools, and equipment, and laying pipes.
• Performs scheduled stormwater inspections and repairs on jobsites

Traffic Control & Site Safety

• Assists with installing and maintaining traffic control devices.
• Performs all duties in accordance with applicable safety and security standards.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

General Jobsite Maintenance

• Keeps work areas, equipment, and tools clean and orderly.
• Supports crews with general labor and jobsite activities as needed

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Tennessee Driver's License.
• Stormwater Level 1 Certification required, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities for Successful Job Performance

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of standard construction equipment.
• Knowledge of hazards associated with equipment operation and applicable safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and ordinances governing equipment operation.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions used in laboring work.
• Ability to quickly and accurately adjust machine or vehicle controls.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Successful completion of a background investigation.
• In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee's department, Emergency Management or City Administration. Such assignments may be before, during or after an emergency/disaster.
• Guaranteed 40 hours Monday through Saturday. Some Saturdays could be required due to weather.

Physical Requirements

• Employee may be required to operate light, medium, and heavy equipment vehicles, and other equipment.
• Constant exposure to all weather conditions (sometimes severe).
• Walking on uneven surfaces, bending, kneeling, squatting, twisting.
• Exposure to airborne dust and loud noises.
• Frequent climbing of ladders up to 12' above ground.
• Driving and working on slippery surfaces.
• Occasional lifting of items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined and cramped spaces.
• Ability to use repetitive hand motion, lift above shoulders climb in and out of ditches, turn valves, lift and carry pipes and dig ditches.
• Continuous standing, frequent walking, bending and stooping, reaching, pushing and pulling, and twisting of wrist in use of tools.
• Occasional sitting, squatting, crawling, climbing and balancing.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions and may involve exposure to traffic, and other environmental conditions. The position requires frequent physical activity, including lifting, carrying, loading, and operating vehicles.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Spring Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

The City is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. The City reserves the right to assign, modify, or remove duties and responsibilities as operational needs require.

Nothing in this job description creates an express or implied contract of employment. Employment with the City remains at will unless otherwise provided by applicable law or written agreement.