Job Description
Job Title Position is posted on a continuous basis until a sufficient amount of qualified applications are received. Applicants who are interested in the position are encouraged to submit an application promptly; notice will not be announced prior to closing the posting. Perform work required for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the right-of-way, equipment and grounds. Incumbent receives general direction from the Superintendent of Streets and Director and it is expected to exercise independent judgment in the field. Work is normally reviewed only for results obtained. Supervision Received and Exercised This position is classified as a non-exempt, full-time position with a 40 hour work-week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions: Mowing, edging, raking, weeding, and cleaning of greens, roadway greenery and open space areas. Performs such duties as hauling heavy material, repairing roads, cutting grass, demolition work and various other preparatory work for the trades Perform simple and elementary work not specifically related to the trades, such as, moving heavy furniture, equipment or materials. Sweeps, washes, paints and repairs. Performs minor semi-skilled building maintenance such as painting, plumbing, carpentry and other unskilled and semi-skilled trades. Performs routine maintenance on hand operated and power equipment, including but not limited to electric motors, pumps, tractors, mowers, used in daily work assignments. Plants and prunes turf, trees, shrubs and flowers. Carries out seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, watering, mulching, and pest and weed control as necessary and when directed. Collect and dispose of solid waste from right-of-ways and grounds; pick up litter from premises. Open and close, locks and unlocks facilities as needed and as directed. Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and fellow workers. Performs any other public works related activities as directed by the Superintendent of Streets and the Public Works Director such as repairing potholes and sidewalks and installation of signs. Additional Duties: Performs other related work as required. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING A High School Diploma or a GED equivalent and some experience in repair and maintenance of equipment and tools, ground keeping work or equivalent combination of relevant education experience. Must be fluent in the English language. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus. Must hold a valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be able to work independently and complete daily activities and tasks according to work schedule. Must have working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in building and right-of-ways maintenance, minor repairs and safety precautions. Ability to lift heavy objects and walk/stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the public. Additional specialized training such as painter, maintenance and repair or a related field is desirable. Must be physically able to perform duties, which may require walking, crawling, kneeling, or standing for prolonged periods of time and heavy lifting. Must be fluent in the English language. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus. Applicants must complete all requirements established by the City of Doral for employment. This includes, but is not limited to, a written examination, an oral board, a psychological exam, a polygraph, a physical agility test, a comprehensive background investigation and a job-related medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening test. Must be a non-smoker. The minimum requirements may be waived by the City Manager. Physical Requirements: Ability to exert at least 50 and in excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally and/or frequently. This role involves medium work, which could require exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 30 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to constantly move objects. The following physical abilities are also required: Ability to walk, crawl, kneel, climb, reach, push, pull, handle and lift objects, stand for prolonged periods of time and walk between work sites. Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on nar