Service Maintenance Worker (Semi-Skilled) – Limbs & Debris

Job Summary

Under general supervision and with minimal instruction assists in maintenance of right of ways and limbs and debris removal. Assist in placement of traffic control devises and in directing of traffic using flags and hand signals. Picks up litter and debris from right of way ahead of mowing operations, removes grass clippings, vegetation, and limbs using hand tools, power trimmer/blowers, and chain saws, cut grass using push mowers, assists grab-all and limb truck operators in removing piles of debris from right of ways by gathering debris and placing in truck. Assist in loading/unloading and maintenance of tools and equipment. Performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Picks up litter and debris from right of way ahead of mowing operations to ensure no obstructions or debris is present for the mowers.
• Removes grass clippings, vegetation, limbs, and trees using hand tools and power equipment.
• Trims grass and vegetation around obstacles behind the mowing operation using hand tools and power trimmers.
• Cuts grass on right of ways and easements using push mowers.
• Removes piles of debris from right of way by gathering and loading onto truck.
• Assist in positioning traffic control devices around work zone to conform to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Directs traffic around work zone using traffic control devices, hand signals, and two-way radios.
• Gathers necessary tools and equipment for job and loads onto truck.
• Ensures tools and equipment are in good condition and proper working order.
• Cleans tools and equipment and ensures that tools and equipment are stored properly.
• Attends departmental and safety meetings as required.
• Maintains uniforms and safety attire to conform to proper dress codes and safety rules at all times.
• Performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
High School/GED or equivalent training and experience.

Experience
Prior experience in maintenance field.

Licenses or Certifications Required
Valid State Issued Driver’s License is preferred.

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Organization and operational procedures of limbs and debris division.
• Proper operation and maintenance of assigned tools and equipment.
• Safety rules and procedures.

Ability to:

• Read in order to comprehend written directives, policies, and rules.
• Write in order to assist in completing daily reports.
• Verbally communicate in order to converse with supervisors and co-workers regarding work related activities.
• Count, add and subtract whole numbers.
• Comprehend written or oral instructions.
• Operate two-way radio to communicate with other work crews or dispatcher to receive and transmit information.
• Follow instructions and efficiently complete tasks.
• Exercise judgment particularly in tasks involving safety of self and others.
• Work under immediate supervision and carry out assigned tasks.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Work location will primarily be outdoors.

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Supervisors, co-workers and other city employees.

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1103 Broad Street
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop off on Mondays from 2 to 5 p.m., Eastern Time, and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., Eastern Time. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.