Salary: $37,321.51 - $54,488.28 AnnuallyLocation : Venice, FLJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2270Department: Public WorksDivision: ParksOpening Date: 09/04/2024DescriptionStarting salary to commence at $37,321 except in extenuating circumstances. General Statement of JobPerforms unskilled/semi-skilled manual labor, as well as skilled tasks in areas of operations and property maintenance as assigned. City Expectations:Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency. Duties & ResponsibilitiesSpecific Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:Level I (Grade 118)
Operates motorized construction, maintenance and landscape equipment as assigned.2. Transports supplies, tools, or other material to and from job site.3. Performs the installation, maintenance, repair or replacement of all related components of the department operations as directed.4. Maintains assigned records and report forms required by the City and/or regulatory agencies accurately and legibly.Responsibilities:Responsible for individual safety and appropriate use/care/maintenance of tools/equipment used. Responsible in work to assigned foreman or designated supervisor. Minimum QualificationsMinimum Education and TrainingLevel I (Grade 118)High school graduate or equivalent. Minimum Qualifications and Standards RequiredSkill Requirements: Knowledge of applicable methods, materials, equipment and techniques. Ability to operate motorized equipment. Awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and maintain/interpret records, prints, maps, plans, and diagrams. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, fellow employees, and the general public. Possess a valid Florida Driver's license, free of any serious violations.Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and lift. Physical exertion large part of job. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather and for prolonged periods of time. Must have good eyesight and hearing with or without aides. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities. Supplemental InformationWorking Conditions:Work is performed both indoors and outdoors during all types of weather conditions. May also work in roadways where vehicle traffic hazards exist.Other: It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers.The City of Venice values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. Veterans' preference is available for certain service members, veterans, and family members.The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free WorkplaceThe City of Venice offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including voluntary enrollment in:
- Health Insurance (Employee, Employee +1 or Family)
- Dental Insurance (Employee, Employee +1 or Family)
- Vision Insurance (Employee or Family)
- FRS - Florida Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Plan - 457b
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse & Dependent Children)
AND the following City paid benefits:
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Basic Life Insurance (1x employee's annual salary)
- EAP - Employee Assistance Program
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Vacation (8 hours/month, increases with tenure)
- Sick Leave (8 hours/month)
01 What is your highest level of completed education?
- Did Not Graduate Highschool
- Highschool Graduate or Equalivent
- Some College, No Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
02 If you possess a degree, what is your Major/Degree subject? Enter N/A if you do not have a college degree. 03 Do you possess a valid driver's license free of any serious violations?
04 What is your Driver's License number? 05 What classification is your CDL? (CDL is not required for employment)
- CDL A
- CDL B
- CDL Permit
- No valid CDL
06 If you have a valid Florida CDL license. What endorsements do you currently have? (CDL is not required at the time of employment)
- No CDL B or A
- Air Brakes
- Hazmat
- Passengers
- School Bus
- Tanker
- Double/Triple Trailer
07 How many years' of professional working experience do you have with mowing, landscaping and/or irrigation systems? (Prior experience is not required)
- No experience
- 1 to 2 years of experience
- 2 to 3 years of experience
- More than 3 years of experience
08 Are you able to work a flexible schedule that could include nights, weekends or holidays; especially during declared emergencies?
09 Do you currently possess a Florida Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Certificate? (Certification not required)
10 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
- Yes, I understand and agree
- No, I do not agree
Required Question