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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Maintenance Worker II
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (80) Serv/Maint
Class Code: 15235 Salary Grade: XE8
Approved: Last Revised: September 11, 2017

Purpose:
  Under general supervision, perform building maintenance and grounds maintenance tasks.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
1. Inspects buildings and equipment for needed repairs and maintenance. Performs minor repairs to tables, chairs, cabinets, etc. Installs or replaces floor and ceramic tiles. Repairs or replaces electric plugs and cords.
2. Drives vehicles as needed.
3. Moves furniture, file cabinets, equipment, etc. using hand dollies.
4. Performs service on pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, etc.
5. Repacks, changes oil/filters, lubricates, etc.
6. Operates drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, etc. Operate various power saws, i.e., radial arm, skill, etc. Operates acetylene cutting torch, welder, etc.
7. Performs basic plumbing installations/repairs i.e., install and repair faucets, unclog drains, replace valves, etc.
8. Measures using tapes, transits, levels, etc.
9. Performs semi-skilled carpentry work in the construction and repair of walls, ceilings, etc.
10. Reads profiles/blueprints.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
  None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine carpentry, ground maintenance and basic plumbing.
Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in moderate levels of construction, i.e. building walls, hanging doors and windows.
Knowledge of proper safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Ability to operate power tools.
Ability to read and understand simple blueprints.
Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
  Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of custodial, building maintenance or construction work.

Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
  Texas Class "C" Operator's License.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.