MAINTENANCE WORKER

Sussex County Council

  • DE
  • 30+ days ago

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    EXAMPLES OF WORK: Performs maintenance work on buildings, grounds, landscaping, roads, and equipment to include painting, minor carpentry and plumbing tasks on all Environmental Services buildings or in the field; raises flags, collects, delivers mail, collects recycle and trash; assembles, maintains and moves equipment, furniture; repairs windows, doors and lights; uses a variety of hand tools; operates snow plows, tractors and fork lift; removes snow and ice from sidewalks and other areas; performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of maintenance requirements for public buildings, grounds and municipal types of equipment; knowledge of industrial hazards and safety precautions; ability to plan and supervise work of subordinates; extensive knowledge of tools used in routine maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and grounds; ability to safely operate backhoes, skid steerer, small tractors and other light equipment used to maintain County assets; ability to work well with general supervision; performs responsible and difficult work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.

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    Job Description

    SC- PAY GRADE 5

    MAINTENANCE WORKER II

    Duties and Features of the Class:

    Performs basic maintenance, repair and construction work on County property and equipment. An employee in this class works under general supervision. Emergency call-in work may be required.

    Examples of Work:

    Performs all types of maintenance on buildings, grounds, roads, and equipment; raises flags, collects, delivers mail; collects recycle and trash; mows grass; shovels snow; clears brush; replaces light bulbs; repairs pot holes; moves furniture; paints and performs carpentry work; makes minor mechanical and equipment repairs; uses a variety of hand tools; operates snow plows, tractors and fork lift; performs related work as required.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Knowledge of basic tools, their application, maintenance and repair; knowledge of basic tasks and repairs in mechanical/trade fields; ability to understand and comply with written and oral instructions.; ability to apply principles, practices, methods, tools and equipment used by skilled tradesmen/mechanics in helping them carry out their tasks; ability to operate equipment and power tools; ability to communicate well and establish and maintain a rapport with others; knowledge of industrial hazards and safety precautions; ability to work well with general supervision.

    Qualifications:

    Minimum high school or GED with experience in the maintenance, carpentry, and mechanical / plumbing fields or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; basic computer skills preferred.

    Addition Requirements:

    • Direct Deposit Required
    • 35-hour work week
    • Pre-Employment Background Screening
    • Possession of a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
    • This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement.

    Revised 6/2023

    SC PAY GRADE 07

    MAINTENANCE WORKER III

    DUTIES AND FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

    Performs work on County property and equipment throughout the various locations in Environmental Services. An employee in this class works under general supervision. Emergency call-in work may be required.

    EXAMPLES OF WORK:

    Performs maintenance work on buildings, grounds, landscaping, roads, and equipment to include painting, minor carpentry and plumbing tasks on all Environmental Services buildings or in the field; raises flags, collects, delivers mail, collects recycle and trash; assembles, maintains and moves equipment, furniture; repairs windows, doors and lights; uses a variety of hand tools; operates snow plows, tractors and fork lift; removes snow and ice from sidewalks and other areas; performs other duties as assigned.

    REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    Thorough knowledge of maintenance requirements for public buildings, grounds and municipal types of equipment; knowledge of industrial hazards and safety precautions; thorough knowledge of tools used in routine maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and grounds; ability to apply principles, practices, methods, tools and equipment used by skilled tradesmen/mechanics in helping them carry out their tasks; ability to operate County vehicles and other general motorized equipment used to maintain County assets; ability to move up to 100 lbs.; ability to work in extreme weather conditions; ability to use and climb ladders; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, department heads, representatives from other agencies and the general public; ability to work independently under general supervision.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Minimum High School diploma or GED with at least 2 - 3 years of experience in the maintenance, carpentry, and mechanical/plumbing fields or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge; solid customer service and organizational skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; basic computer knowledge.

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Direct Deposit Required
    • 35-hour work week
    • Pre-Employment Background Screening
    • Possession of a valid driver's license
    • This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement

    Revised 06/2023

    SC- PAY GRADE 9

    MAINTENANCE WORKER IV

    DUTIES AND FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

    Performs work on County property and equipment throughout the various locations in Environmental Services. An employee in this class works under general supervision. Emergency call-in work may be required.

    EXAMPLES OF WORK:

    Performs maintenance work on buildings, grounds, roads, and equipment; paints and performs carpentry work; makes repairs and modifications to mechanical and transportation equipment; operates tractors, fork lift and snow removal equipment; assists and/or performs independent mechanical / plumbing, carpentry tasks on buildings or in the field; may assist with plant operation, sludge application and farming; loading of "Class A sludge"; assists or independently performs pump station maintenance; makes recommendations for equipment refurbishment and budgetary needs; may oversee and direct the work of others; may schedule daily work load; performs related work as required

    REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    Thorough knowledge of maintenance requirements for public buildings, grounds and municipal types of equipment; knowledge of industrial hazards and safety precautions; ability to plan and supervise work of subordinates; extensive knowledge of tools used in routine maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and grounds; ability to safely operate backhoes, skid steerer, small tractors and other light equipment used to maintain County assets; ability to work well with general supervision; performs responsible and difficult work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Minimum High School Diploma or GED with considerable experience in the maintenance, carpentry, and mechanical / plumbing fields or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; possession of or ability to obtain a pesticide applicator certification within 6 months of hire; excellent verbal and written communication skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel); supervisory skills preferred.

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Direct Deposit Required
    • 35-hour work week
    • Pre-Employment Background Screening
    • Possession of a valid driver's license
    • This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement.

    Revised 6/2023

    Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

    Posting Start : 05/05/2026

    Posting End : 12/31/9999

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