Location: Columbia,SC, USA
Description
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 but decides how or when to do things; work is reviewed regularly by supervisor.
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.
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 involves heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.
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;
* Performs preventative maintenance;
* Maintains and repairs sewer and 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.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
* High school diploma or GED;
* One (1) year of relevant prior experience;
* Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License;
* May have Trench and Shoring Certification;
* May have Asbestos Certification.
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 semi-routine work following procedures with occasional problems;
* 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.
The City of Columbia is proud to offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees. This package includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time or temporary employees, including interns, are not eligible for City benefits.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page at:
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Do you have a valid Driver's License?
* Yes
* No
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Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
* Yes
* No
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Do you have one (1) or more years of a relevant prior experience?
* Yes
* No
Required Question
Agency City of Columbia
Address
Columbia, South Carolina, 29217-0147
Phone 803-###-####
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