Maintenance Worker I-II (Water Operations)

City of Kinston; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kinston is seeking a Maintenance Worker I-II for Water Operations. This role involves performing manual and semiskilled tasks for the maintenance of public facilities, utilities, and related areas. Candidates should have knowledge of construction and maintenance procedures and be capable of operating various equipment safely. A valid driver's license is required, and the position demands physical exertion in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of streets drainage, buildings, and utilities.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and perform manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of public facilities and utilities.
• Operate equipment such as dump trucks and mowers.
• Assist with installation of storm sewers and drainage lines.

Skills

Manual Labor

Equipment Operation

Effective Working Relationships

Education

Less than high school education

Tools

Dump Trucks

Chain Saws

Tractors

Job description

Maintenance Worker I-II (Water Operations)

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Description

Performs intermediate manual and basic semiskilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of public facilities, buildings, grounds, streets, utilities, and related facilities. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of the assigned Crew Supervisor.

Essential Functions

1. Perform a variety of unskilled and semiskilled manual tasks in the maintenance and repair of public facilities, grounds, streets, utilities, and related facilities.
2. Load and unload gravel, dirt, timber, chemicals, and other materials, tools, and equipment.
3. Spread asphalt and patch holes in street surfaces, assist with concrete work.
4. Dig trenches and ditches, clean catch basins, manholes, and drainage lines.
5. Assist with the installation of storm sewers and drainage lines; assist with the construction and maintenance of utility lines and facilities.
6. Operate equipment such as dump trucks, mowers, chain saws, pumps, mixers, trimmers, tractors, and similar machinery.
7. Assist with equipment maintenance and repair.

Minimum Qualifications

Some knowledge of streets drainage, buildings, grounds, utilities, landscape areas, and related construction, maintenance, and repair procedures. Ability to operate equipment safely, follow oral instructions, perform manual labor under various weather conditions, and establish effective working relationships. Less than high school education with minimal experience in construction, maintenance, custodial, or grounds-keeping work, or equivalent.

Special Requirements

Valid driver's license in North Carolina. Ability to obtain a Class A commercial driver's license valid in North Carolina.

Physical Demands

Requires occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds, standing, walking, handling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, speaking, hearing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, repetitive motions, and visual inspections. Exposure to outdoor weather, chemicals, extreme temperatures, mechanical parts, and other hazards. Use of protective equipment may be required.