Maintenance Operator - Streets - Stormwater

$36,525 - $36,525/Yr

City Of Oldsmar - Oldsmar, FL

Full-time

Oldsmar, FL

About the position

The Maintenance Operator for Streets and Stormwater is responsible for performing general manual work in various construction and maintenance activities related to public works. This role involves operating light to medium equipment, performing maintenance on streets, sidewalks, and stormwater management facilities, and ensuring the cleanliness and organization of work areas. The position requires physical labor and adherence to safety and operational procedures under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Performs the maintenance and repairs of all streets, sidewalks, and curbs.
• Mows and weed whacks ditches and pond areas using small engine equipment and mowers.
• Maintains and repairs stormwater management facilities.
• Operates vehicles and light to medium equipment in performing maintenance activities.
• Performs preventative maintenance on various vehicles and equipment.
• Performs heavy manual labor, such as digging, lifting, placing pipes, cleaning and repairs.
• Performs litter control functions.
• Applies herbicides as required.
• Performs helper and semi-skilled tasks in construction and maintenance using various hand and power tools.
• May be assigned to operate heavier equipment on a temporary, emergency or trainee basis.
• Makes daily written and oral reports.
• Performs basic grounds and building maintenance and custodial duties as needed.
• Maintains clean, neat, and organized work areas, equipment, and tools.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the operation of light duty construction/maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of general maintenance & landscape practices and procedures.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Skill in operation and maintenance of equipment and tools related to the position.