Recreation Maintenance Worker

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs semi-skilled facility maintenance duties, which includes minor repairs of building systems, cleaning restrooms, trash pick-up, etc.

Work is normally performed under the general supervision of a higher classified employee who issues written and oral instructions. Work is reviewed by the immediate supervisor; constant supervision is not necessary for routine and repetitive tasks.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs semi-skilled maintenance duties in any City Department where the need for temporary support has been identified. Assignments will vary according to specific work location and needs. Specific tasks will be determined by the work site supervisor.
• Participates in performing custodial tasks as applies to municipal buildings and other municipal property, including trash removal
• Participates in setting up and taking down of benches, seats, chairs, and other equipment
• Performs basic landscaping duties
• Acts as a concession attendant when required
• Performs minor repairs on equipment and municipal buildings
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

May require a current and valid State of Florida Class "E" Driver's License with an acceptable driving recordPossess some experience in the performance of manual or custodial work, including the use of non-mechanized tools and the operation of light power equipmentMay work weekends, nights and holidaysMay require working in adverse weather conditions such as heat and humidity
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderately loud. The work entails sedentary work in an office setting. While performing duties, employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, talk, hear, reach above and below shoulders, and use hand and fingers dexterity keyboarding. The employee may be required on rare occasions to lift up to 50 pounds. Sometimes work is stressful when working under stringent time constraints. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work Environment Frequency Working in Designated Environment Office or similar indoor environment Frequently or Often Outdoor environment Frequently or Often Street environment (near moving traffic) Sometimes Construction site Seldom or Never Confined Space Sometimes In the community (homes, businesses, etc.) Sometimes Lab Seldom or Never Warehouse environment Seldom or Never

HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION

Applications will be reviewed and the hiring authority will contact those applicants whose application reflects the best match of experience for the position.

All required certifications, whether possessed at time of application or obtained after appointment, must be kept current to continue employment in this class.



The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.

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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.

Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2024 12:00 AM Eastern

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• City of Fort Lauderdale

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