MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - SOLID WASTE

City of ColumbiaUS

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - SOLID WASTE

32, - 40,

APPLICATION DEADLINE : 8 / 30 / 2024

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance work to support the operations of assigned division or department; and performs other technical work as required. The incumbent works according to set procedures under close supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

Performs semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance work to support the operations of assigned division or department;
Performs general manual labor tasks as required;
Assists in maintaining assigned trucks and equipment; performs cleaning, preventive maintenance and simple repair work as required;
Drives and operates trucks and other vehicles; operates various hand and power tools as necessary to accomplish tasks;
Installs, tests and repairs service lines;
Performs duties in accordance with all department policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety;
Assists co-workers with various duties as required;
Attends training, meetings, etc., as necessary to enhance job knowledge and skills; and
Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK :

8th grade education;

No prior experience;

Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of basic addition and subtraction, such as making change or measuring;

Ability to compare or inspect items against a standard;

Ability to follow instructions and orders of supervisor;

Ability to handle or use machines, tools or equipment requiring little or no prior experience, such as hand tools;

Ability to perform routine work using common sense;

Ability to read simple sentences, instructions or work orders; writing simple sentences and completing simple job forms; speaking simple sentences using basic grammar;

Ability to perform simple, repetitive manual, clerical or operating tasks following a few definite procedures; requires minor short-term planning; requires little attention for accurate results; and

Ability to guide others, requiring a few decisions affecting a few co-workers; works in a stable environment with clear and uncomplicated written / oral instructions but with some variations from the routine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The work is considered heavy in nature and involves constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 50 and 75 pounds of force on a recurring basis and over 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions : balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Work environment may involve exposure to bright / dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and / or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and / or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, toxic / caustic chemicals, disease / pathogens; and is dynamic that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

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