Maintenance Worker II

JOB CODE: 1160

PAY GRADE: 1080

SALARY RANGE: $23,202 - $37,120

LOCATION OF WORK
Various City-Parish Departments

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of a higher classification, performs highly skilled work in routine maintenance, construction and repair activities on sewers, drainage pipes, streets, roads, bridges, buildings and other municipal physical facilities. Work also involves the operation of a variety of light and medium automotive equipment in order to complete assignments, and the trimming and removal of trees and stumps. Employees of this class are also responsible for operating construction equipment properly. Hazardous conditions are often encountered when employees are required to work at considerable heights and around power lines while operating power saws. Some positions in this classification may be on 24-hour call out for emergency situations. Work is assigned orally and in writing and is reviewed while in progress and upon completion. Minor supervision may be exercised over a small crew of workers as assigned. Performs other work as requested.

ESSENTIAL WORK TASKS
Operates on a regular basis one or more pieces of a variety of light and medium automotive equipment as listed on the Official City-Parish Equipment List. Repairs sidewalks, driveways, cave-ins, sewer lines, and manholes; unstops and washes sewer lines and storm drains using the vacuum and wash trucks; works with or operates TV camera for the inspection of sewer lines. Operates various striping machines for applying directional markings and symbols on streets and roads. Operates various tools and equipment peculiar to tree trimming; climbs trees using ladders, ropes, saddles, and safety belts; prunes trees using various types of pruning equipment. Serves as lead worker over a small crew as assigned performing various activities such as routine repairs, maintenance, and construction on streets, roads, ditches, drainage pipes, bridges, buildings and other municipal physical facilities, and the trimming and/or removal and loading of limbs, branches, debris, and dead or dying trees. Maintains canals throughout the city to ensure proper drainage and to prevent flooding. Maintains interstate and boulevard median by cutting grass, weed eating, pruning trees and bushes; picks up litter along roadways and interstates; maintains municipal flower beds. Maintains equipment by washing and cleaning, changing belts, hoses, oil and oil filters, and performing any other minor repairs. Performs various maintenance activities in and around City-Parish maintenance buildings and lots.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing specialized construction and maintenance equipment. Knowledge of the trades and general municipal maintenance, construction and labor tools, equipment and practices. Knowledge of applicable traffic laws and regulations governing automotive equipment operations. Knowledge of the work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned equipment and operation. Skill in the operation of assigned equipment. Skill in the use and care of the tools and equipment used in general maintenance, construction, repair work, and tree trimming. Ability to detect needed repairs and to make necessary operation adjustments. Ability to lead the work of a small crew of workers. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions and to work from sketches and plans. Physical strength and agility sufficient to do strenuous manual work under varying weather conditions. Ability to apply good work habits such as punctuality, reliability, preciseness, and dependability in order to effectively complete assigned tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the department and division.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS