Maintenance Assistant I

Full Job Description

This is manual work in the care and maintenance of city facilities, streets and grounds. Work is performed under the continuing supervision of a designated supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Removes trash, debris, shrubs, grass clippings and the like from city-owned grounds and streets and disposes of them properlyMaintains grounds by cutting grass, trimming shrubs, and providing other grounds maintenance assistance; shovels snow; assists in setting up burial equipment and pouring concrete foundationsFills in potholes; shovels asphalt; sets concrete; installs street signsCleans walls, windows, doors, floors; straightens up work areas; moves furniture, materials and supplies; picks up and delivers supplies, parts and materialsOperates hand and power mowers and related equipment; uses hand and standard power tools; assists in snow and ice removal.Performs other related duties as assigned Requirements Required Education and Experience Completion of tenth grade--AND--Some experience in general laboring work--OR--Any equivalent combination of training and experienceRequired Licenses or Certifications Possession of a valid Michigan commercial driver's license or ability to obtain within six months.Work Hours: 7 AM to 3:30 PM with overtime hours as needed.

From the end of November until April hours may be on 3rd shift. THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION SUBJECT TO THE DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) RANDOM DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING PROGRAM.

A DOT WAIVER FORM MUST BE COMPLETED WHEN AN APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED.

Qualifications Knowledge of: Some knowledge of standard hand and power tools and equipment used in facilities and grounds maintenance activitiesSome knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use of tools and heavy physical laborSkill in: Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationshipsPerforming a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different natureAssigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignmentsAbility to: Read and follow written and oral instructionsOperate such equipment as hand and power mowers, weed eater, or hand and power toolsPerform heavy manual labor, including bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting heavy objects Additional Information Benefits for this position includeMedical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 16% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings AccountVoluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan optionsTwelve Paid HolidaysPaid Vacation and Sick TimePaid parking (if applicable)Employee Home Ownership IncentiveTuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunitiesPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program with free mental health counselingComprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentiveEmployee Discounts and Perks Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.