Maintenance Worker I (Grounds Maintenance)

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in various divisions throughout the City.

• Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks using appropriate hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, drills, blowers, chainsaws, pipe saws, etc.);
• Operates small equipment (mowers, tractors, skid steer, brush chipper, stump grinder, trencher, infield machine, asphalt rollers, concrete saws, pipe cleaning equipment, etc.);
• Maintains City facilities and areas (this could include open green spaces, landscape beds, trees, right-of-way vegetation, litter control, walkways, streets, potholes, snow and ice removal, garbage collection, cart delivery, etc.);
• Operate City-owned vehicles and equipment and responsibly comply with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and city policies;
• Ensures all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner;
• Performs minor maintenance/repairs to equipment and vehicles used;
• Performs appropriate inspections and keeps equipment and vehicles clean and in safe working conditions;
• Keeps appropriate records of the tasks performed;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Assigned Departments:

• Grounds Maintenance - Maintains other open area grounds within the City.
• Landscaping - Installation, maintenance, and removal of trees and landscaping; Pesticide application.
• Ability to work independently:
• Knowledge of the appropriate skilled trades associated with the assigned department;
• Knowledge in using hand and power tools in construction and maintenance work;
• Knowledge of methods and practices used in performing skilled building maintenance;
• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of relevant equipment;
• Knowledge of the elements of construction technology as they relate to the assigned construction, maintenance, and repair activities;
• Skill in performing manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions;
• Skill in reading schematics and following written instructions;
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing, including tactful and courteous communications with the public;
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other city personnel, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduate or GED equivalent preferred;
• Valid driver's license;
• This role includes a condition of continued employment as stated below. Upon successful completion, the employee may be promoted to Maintenance Worker II. Failure to meet the conditions of employment may result in termination of employment.
• When assigned to Grounds Maintenance or Landscaping: Must have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or obtain a Learner's Permit within 6 months of hire; or obtain a pesticide certification within 6 months of hire.

The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.