MAINTENANCE WORKER - PUBLIC WORKS

Glynn County Government

Brunswick (GA)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 43,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly payroll

12 hours of PTO per month

12 paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

No-Cost Employee Health Clinic

Health Care Plan, Life Insurance, and

Long-term Disability

Deferred Compensation, Voluntary Benef

Retirement - Defined Contribution Plan

Job summary

Glynn County Government seeks a Maintenance Worker to help repair and maintain county streets, drainage structures, and related infrastructure in Brunswick, GA. The role includes operating tractors, trimming trees, mowing right-of-way, and assisting with drainage installations.

A valid GA driver’s license is required, with 1–2 years in a similar role. Responsibilities include pothole repair, sign maintenance, traffic control, and after-hours emergency response.

Qualifications

Read, write, and perform basic math at a level typically associated with high school completion.
1–2 years of experience in a related maintenance role or apprenticeship/internship.
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Georgia driver’s license for the vehicle operated.

Responsibilities

Operate tractors and power equipment to mow and maintain right-of-way.
Trim trees and clear brush using pole saws and other tools.
Cut weeds around signs and structures; collect debris from right-of-way.
Assists in vacuum truck operation to clean drainage structures.
Assist in installation and repair of drainage pipes and infrastructure.
Patch potholes and maintain sidewalks and bike paths.
Maintain street signs; install battery backups for traffic signals and stripe lots.
Direct traffic control at work sites and respond to after-hours emergencies.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and schedule preventive maintenance.
Supervise community service workers in litter collection and clean-up tasks.

Skills

Reading & writing

Math calculations

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship/internship or 1–2 years experience

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: DRAINAGE - Brunswick, GA 31520, Salary Range: $38,976.80 Salary/year, Job Shift: Day, JOB SUMMARY

This position participates in the repair and maintenance of county streets, drainage structures, and related infrastructure.

MAJOR DUTIES

Operates a side-arm and pull-behind tractor to cut grass on right-of-way.
Operates a pole saw to trim tree limbs.
Cuts weeds around signs and other structures.
Collects brush and other debris from right-of-way.
Assists in operating a vacuum truck to clean drainage structures.
Assists in the installation of drainage pipes.
Patches and repairs potholes.
Maintains sidewalks and bike paths.
Maintains public beach access structures.
Performs shoulder, curb, driveway ramp, and gutter maintenance.
Operates a variety of hand and power tools, including chain saw, weed eater, blower, shovel, rake, limb saw, etc.
Installs traffic control devices and assists in traffic control at work sites.
Responds to after-hours emergencies.
Performs pre-and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections; performs preventive maintenance.
Attends department meetings and training sessions.
Directs the work of assigned community service workers in the collection of litter as assigned.
Installs, maintains, and repairs street signs as assigned; cleans, washes, and straightens signs; constructs new signs; installs battery back up systems for traffic intersections; stripes parking lots and crosswalks.
Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of right-of-way and drainage system maintenance principles.
Knowledge of work safety principles and practices.
Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in public works maintenance operations.
Skill in the operation of tractors and other assigned equipment.
Skill in the use of hand and power tools.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Streets and Drainage Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include county policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contribute to the complexity of the position.

The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance and repair of county roads, drainage structures, and other public works infrastructure. Successful performance contributes to safe and well-maintained infrastructure.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with coworkers, vendors, and the general public.

Contacts are typically to resolve problems and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light objects and occasionally heavy ones, and uses tools or equipment that require a high degree of dexterity. The work is performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS & BENEFITS:

Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Benefits: