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City of Sunrise lists this Maintenance Worker II (Streets) opportunity in fort lauderdale, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitleThis is a manual work position involving limited skills in various maintenance and construction tasks throughout the City.Job DescriptionThis position involves work of heavy manual nature, which does not require a high degree of manipulative skill; however, as work experience is gained, employees may be assigned to somewhat more difficult tasks of a semiskilled nature. Work is closely supervised and employee receives specific work instructions at the beginning of each new job; however, constant supervision is not necessary for routine and repetitive tasks, which can be carried on without difficulty once they are learned. Work frequently includes the performance of heavy lifting and other strenuous tasks. Work is performed under the immediate direction of the supervisor and/or other delegated authority.Examples Of DutiesEssential job functions include:Loading and unloading dirt, shell, sand, cement, timbers, reinforcing steel, and other construction materials.Filling pavement cracks with asphalt; raking asphalt paving mix in repair of streets; patching pot holes with hot asphalt; placing lime rock.Assisting in digging grade and setting forms for concrete work; wheeling dirt, sand, concrete, and other materials; and tamping and leveling concrete. Performing sidewalk grinds.Assisting in repairing leaks in mains; digging and backfilling ditches; assisting in caulking joints; cleaning catch basins; installing drain pipes; and unstopping clogged sewers.Driving automotive vehicles and construction equipment to and from job sites as needed.Assisting with preventive field maintenance consisting of oiling and lubricating equipment.Installing temporary traffic control for safety.Sweeping walks; removing refuse and paper from grounds and buildings.Digging and cleaning ditches and trenches; leveling dirt and asphalt; driving stakes; and breaking up rocks and concrete.Installing and maintaining street traffic signage.Loading and unloading heavy materials and tools from trucks and vans; moving or aiding in moving heavy boxes or equipment and large, bulky objects; and cleaning/washing vehicles.Receiving job training in semi-skilled and skilled trades.Following safe work practices to eliminate and mitigate hazardous conditions and behaviors at the work environment.Promoting a culture of safety within the organization.Performing related work as required.RequirementsEducation:Graduation from an accredited high school/vocational school or G.E.D. equivalency diploma.Proof of the highest level of completed education must be submitted as an attachment with application. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)Experience and Training:Six (6) months of satisfactory performance and permanent status as a Maintenance Worker I or Field Maintenance Worker with the City of Sunrise.OROne (1) year of fulltime work experience in Building Maintenance or Public Works (Grounds, Streets, and/or Stormwater) maintenance and/or repair functions.Necessary Special Qualifications:Must possess a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or higher with an acceptable driving record. (Will be required to maintain license as condition of employment in this position)Ability to operate truck with hydraulic lift, small tractors, skid steers, small rollers, power tools and equipmentAbility to perform heavy manual laborMust pass pre-employment and random drug testing as required and monitored by DOT 49 C.F.R. Part 382Physical RequirementsWork Environment:Tasks are regularly performed outdoors with potential exposure to the following conditions: varying temperatures, inclement weather, and/or other adverse conditions.Sensory:The ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing. Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through personal contact, the use of the telephone and/or other City-issued technology devices.Physical:Physical capability to effectively use and operate City assigned vehicles, golf carts, and manual or power tools.Sufficient physical strength and agility to do heavy manual labor, often under adverse weather conditions.Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push and/or pull, twist and make repetitive hand movements.Ability to walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods of time.Ability to load, carry, lift, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesKnowledge of power tools and equipment used in building and grounds maintenance.Knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to laboring work.Ability to operate trucks, small rollers, small tractors, and similar automotive equipment.Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Skilled in the use of pole shears, power pole saws, chain saws, low volume sprayers, and other standard tools and equipment of the work.Sufficient physical strength, agility, and freedom from disabling defects to permit climbing and working from considerable heights.Physical strength and agility sufficient to perform heavy manual labor, and occasionally under adverse weather conditions.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, the general public and City officials.BenefitsBenefits package summary general employee hired on or after 10/01/23:City-Paid Medical Benefits:Group Health Insurance: The City pays for 100% of the cost for single coverage for full-time employees and 66.66% of cost for Dependent/Family Coverage. Upon retirement and separation from City employment, employee receives a monthly stipend of $350 per month, applicable toward retiree health coverage.Life Insurance: $30,000Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D): $10,000Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Cigna BehavioralRetirement:Employee Contribution = 8%Vesting = 10 YearsNormal Retirement Benefit = 2.5% of pensionable earnings for each year of creditable serviceAverage Final Compensation (AFC) = 3 best consecutive earning yearsMaximum Benefit = 80% of AFC, not to exceed $80,000.Normal Retirement = Age 62 and ten (10) years of creditable serviceEarly Retirement = Age 57 and ten (10) years of creditable service, 3% annual reduction for each year prior to normal retirement age13th check based on monthly retirement, payable if the pension plan funding status is equal to or greater than 100%. Paid in December each year following retirementDeferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) = 4 years/48 months maximumDROP Interest Rate = 4%, compounded annuallyLongevity:Based on successful completion of full-time, continuous service with the City, employee shall receive the following: Years of Creditable Service Longevity Benefit*10 Years 2.5%15 Years 2.5%20 Years 5.0%*Longevity Benefit calculated on employee's base rate of payPaid Holidays:Employees receive the following City-paid holidays:New Year's Day
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fort lauderdale, FL, 33351, US
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