Buildings and Grounds Maintenance

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Purpose: The purpose of this position is to

perform custodial duties and general upkeep of the Racine Wastewater

Utility\'s buildings, structures, and grounds. HIRING PAY RANGE:

\$47,473 - \$55,851. Essential Duties: The following duties are normal

for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or

All-inclusive. Other Duties May Be Required And Assigned. Performs

general housekeeping and custodial duties, including: cleaning of

buildings, structures, vehicles, and equipment. Performs snowplowing,

grass cutting, and landscaping on plant grounds as well as remote

station locations. Performs all types of painting work including surface

preparation, caulking, patching and final painting. Cleans drains and

pipelines, removes snow from walkways, driveway and equipment, sweeps,

mops, scrubs, and generally keeps all property and ground of the plant

in a clean and orderly condition. Performs floor maintenance on various

types of flooring surfaces. Maintains small gasoline engines and related

equipment. Works cooperatively with other Utility departments and staff

to respond appropriately to emergency situations, or assist on projects

in the plant. Adheres to all safety procedures as defined by the Utility

work and safety rules. Work Environment and Conditions: Ability to work

outdoors under severe weather conditions; hot and cold. Ability to work

under moderately safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to

environmental factors such as toxic agents and machinery poses a slight

risk of injury; exposure to water treatment chemicals, noise, odor, step

climbing, slip and trip hazards, and large water basins with fall risk.

Ability to work at times in less than desirable conditions (such as

wastewater treatment basins, tunnels) under potentially unsafe and

uncomfortable conditions, where exposure to environmental factors such

as odors, dampness, chemicals, noise, pathogens, electrical currents,

and/or dusts can cause a risk of injury. Equipment Used: Lawn mowers,

portable pumps, weed whacker, edger, floor scrubber and buffer, pressure

washers, steam cleaner, painting equipment, fire hoses, miscellaneous

hand tools, shovels, snow blowers, power vehicles, Bobcat, fork lift,

hoists, hoses, step ladders, power tools, hydraulic lifts, and

miscellaneous tools and equipment. Software technology used may include

Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Time Management Software (TMS); Other

software may be applied. This job description is intended to identify

essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties that may be

assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties

that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and

extent of assignments that an individual is required to perform. In

addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that

employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Job

descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of

the Utility or City of Racine. The City of Racine is an Equal

Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities

Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified

individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and

current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Two years of prior

professional commercial or industrial complex building & grounds

experience with applied knowledge of floor care, landscape and building

maintenance. A valid state-issued motor vehicle operating license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to apply good work practices by

planning work and utilizing materials efficiently. Skill in using

specialized tools and equipment common to building & grounds maintenance

functions and have good mechanical aptitude. Physical and Mental Ability

Requirements: Language and Interperso al Communication: Ability to

utilize, interpret, and apply a variety of advisory data and information

such as instructional pamphlets, blueprints, line diagrams, meters,

gauges, operation and maintenance manuals, charts, and graphs. Ability

to communicate orally and in writing with varied and diverse contacts,

such as Utility personnel, vendor representatives, contractors, and

seasonal workers. Ability to understand and follow specific written and

oral instructions; and perform duties with a minimum of direct

supervision. Judgement and Situational Reasoning: Ability to apply

rational and ethical judgment, tact, courtesy, and diplomacy when

dealing with Utility personnel, public customers, contractors, and

vendors. Physical Requirements: Must have good dexterity with ability to

hand operate power equipment and tools. Ability to exert strenuous

physical effort to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs, typically

involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and

crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling. Must not have fear of

heights (work off ladders or scaffolds). Must be able to enter and work

in confined spaces. Ability to wear personal protective equipment, such

as goggles, face shields, gloves, boots, steel-toed shoes, masks,

respirators, and ear plugs or ear muffs. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/racinewi/jobs/4936740/buildings-and-grounds-maintenance?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs