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Maintenance Worker
The City of Richmond - Public Works
Richmond, VA
Full time$1600 / biweekly
GovernmentEntry-levelOutdoorsMaintenance
Posted 560 day(s) ago


The incumbent is responsible for performing routine grounds and maintenance duties and assisting with special projects and other required tasks.


Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Assisting other personnel in performing various tasks and special projects as required.
  • Assisting with snow removal as needed.
  • Performing other related duties as assigned.
  • Maintains grounds including cutting lawn, trimming branches, removing debris.
  • Conducts equipment maintenance such as service requests.
  • Provides routine and heavy cleaning tasks.
  • Provides minor repairs.
  • Operates a variety of machines and equipment.
  • Handles traffic control, as needed.
  • Assists with snow and ice removal.
  • Collects, clears, and picks up debris and trash from designated spaces.
  • Assists with various events, including event set-up and tear-down.
  • Assists citizens as needed.
  • Performs facility checks and inspections, if applicable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (or some combination of the following):

  • Equipment and tools in the area of focus.
  • Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment.
  • Chemicals needed for proper floor maintenance.
  • Instructions for safety and accident prevention.
  • Minor first aid.
  • Operating instructions for cleaning equipment and materials.
  • OSHA standards; safety and accident prevention.
  • Proper time to change and clean equipment.
  • Assisting skilled trades by providing support services.
  • Communicating.
  • Interacting positively.
  • Learning and practicing acceptable methods.
  • Listening and following directions.
  • Maintaining the cleanliness of assigned facilities and grounds.
  • Picking up and carrying heavy objects.
  • Reading and documenting work via daily logs.
  • Stripping floors.
  • Using equipment properly.
  • Operating and driving a dump truck if the area of focus.
  • Working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
  • Oral and written communication.
  • Customer service.
  • Pay attention to detail.
  • Make decisions.
  • Self-start.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Education sufficient for satisfactory job performance.
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • No prior work experience.
  • One (1) year of work experience preferred.
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Requires a valid driver's License with a satisfactory driving record and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license within 30 days of hire.
Learn more at:https://www.rva.gov

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