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City of Farmers Branch lists this Maintenance Worker - Parks opportunity in dallas, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position SummaryTarget Hiring Range: $19.45 - $21.61 The purpose of this position is to perform manual labor within assigned division. Depending on area of assignment may be responsible for maintenance and parks, landscaped grounds, playgrounds, facilities, special events, and/or construction projects.Essential Job FunctionsPerforms semi-skilled and skilled tasks including installations, inspections, repairs and maintenance at assigned locations. Performs special winter work projects. Operates, maintains, inspects, troubleshoots, and performs minor repairs of various equipment including hand and mechanical tools and motorized equipment. Sets up work zones as appropriate and ensures safety procedures and proper use of safety equipment at all times. Provides general maintenance support to special events.Education and ExperienceWork requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. 8th grade education and 5 years experience required in a similar field, OR high school diploma or GED equivalency Over one year up to and including three years of experience is preferred. Non CDL Applicants - Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a criminal background check, drug and alcohol test, and a motor vehicle review. CDL Applicants - Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a criminal background check, and must pass a DOT-regulated drug/alcohol test and successfully complete the FMCSA Clearinghouse background check process.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesWork requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information. This position normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. The immediate supervisor may, at times, provide close and constant review. Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization. Basic ability to recognize meaning of common two or three syllable words and to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or a series of numbers, names, and addresses. Intermediate ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ability to learn geography of City including major streets and landmarks.Special Requirements:Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, holidays and weekends as needed. Subject to "stand by" duty. CDL applicants - This position is classified as a DOT position and is subject to drug and alcohol testing, ongoing driver record checks, and is subject to all U.S. DOT regulations during the course of employment. Non CDL applicants - This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.Licenses and Certificates:Must possess a valid Texas class "C" driver's license or higher with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed.Work Environment:Work involves extreme exposure to disagreeable elements, and extreme weather conditions. Involves continuous outdoor work with frequent exposure to poor weather conditions. Physical demands include frequent lifting of heavy objects. Continuous physical exertion, requiring heavy muscular effort with resulting fatigue of arms, back or sensory facilities. Sufficient physical stamina to walk a majority of the workday. Extensive bending, stooping, and climbing.BenefitsThe City of Farmers Branch is proud to offer a competitive benefit package to all our full-time employees. Benefits begin on your first day. Benefits offered include:MedicalDentalVisionLife InsuranceLong Term DisabilityTMRS PensionEmpower RetirementVacation, Sick and Paid Holidays4-Day Work-Week For most city positions. Ask your hiring manager for more information!Tuition Reimbursement
Worksite address
dallas, TX, 75234, US
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