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Job description
Job TitleThe purpose of this classification is to perform unskilled, manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, landscaping, and grounds-keeping of city infrastructure, utilities, facilities, and property.Examples of duties include:Performing manual and physical work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of public roads and utility infrastructurePerforming manual work functions associated with routine maintenance and upkeep of public grounds and facilitiesRemoving litter, debris, and deceased animals from roadways, convenience centers, and other city propertyTransporting, loading and unloading various materials and equipment used in projects; stocking work trucks with needed supplies and equipmentPreparing facilities for meetings and related functions; loading, unloading, setting up, and erecting area bleachers, chairs, tables, stages, and other required equipment and fixturesCleaning shop and work areas and other city facilities; sweeping and mopping floors; dusting and cleaning offices, meeting rooms, or other work areas; stripping, waxing, and polishing floors; polishing furniture; collecting and removing waste; washing windows and walls; cleaning restrooms and replenishing suppliesOperating a variety of power equipment, machinery and hand tools used in department projects and activitiesPerforming general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment and tools in operable conditionResponding to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergency situationsUtilizing precautionary safety equipment and monitoring work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individualsProviding fresh food and water to animals confined at the shelter on a daily basis; ensuring water containers are filled at all timesAssisting in the euthanasia of shelter animals; properly disposing of dead animalsMaking daily rounds to check animals in all areas, ensuring satisfactory conditions, security and proper enclosure of animals; reporting illnesses, deaths, or abnormal behavior or physical conditions to the supervisor or veterinarian; assisting veterinarian with surgery, treatment, and care of animals; helping with injured animals; administering all medications prescribed by veterinarianAssisting in the loading and unloading of animals that may or may be sedated; may assist in impounding of animals, as requiredObtaining property measurements, setting stakes, and cutting projects and lines; holding rod and using chain during surveying; updating recordsReceiving, preparing or completing various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, spray records, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; reviewing, completing, processing, filing, forwarding or retaining as appropriateCommunicating with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicating via telephone and/or two-way radio; providing information and assistance; taking and relaying messages or directing calls to appropriate personnel; returning calls as necessaryTypical QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED, and previous work experience is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess a valid driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification. May be required to obtain Flagging certification.Supplemental InformationApplicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification.Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable.If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application. Must include copies of driver's license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application for consideration.The City of Alexandria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, or disability.
Worksite address
alexandria, LA, 71301, US
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