Maintenance Construction Worker (00536) Job at City of New Bern in New Bern

Overview

Maintenance Construction Worker (00536) – City of New Bern. Performs intermediate semiskilled work in a variety of construction, repair and maintenance assignments involving the use of specialized tools and equipment; work is performed under general supervision.

Essential Functions / Typical Tasks

• Repairing and constructing buildings, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets, drainageways and facilities.


• Performs carpentry, painting, masonry and concrete work.


• Operates bucket truck, pick-up, flat-bed truck, dump truck and other automotive equipment necessary in performance of tasks.


• Determines supplies, parts and equipment required for assignment; orders replacement parts.


• Erects scaffolds and ladders; paints interior and exterior of buildings and facilities.


• Installs, repairs and replaces parking meters; collects money from meters; files reports.


• Repairs sidewalks, driveways, catch basins, curbs, gutters and busted water drains.


• Cleans catch basins; checks drainage tiles; clears drainage ditches; cleans up storm debris.


• Assists with other department activities when assigned.


• Assists with snow removal and ice control.


• May be required to work outside normal working hours in an emergency or stand-by status.


• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the maintenance, repair and manual tasks of the area assigned; thorough knowledge in the use of common and specialized hand and power tools required in the work; thorough knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of mechanical equipment required in the work; ability to lift 50 pound weights, climb ladders and shovel soil and stone; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience as a semiskilled worker in maintenance, repair and/or construction activities.

Special Requirements

Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. CDL may be required or ability to obtain within first 6 months of employment.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Entertainment Providers