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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMWI - PoolsCITY OF IOWA CITY - Job Description Job Class# 02-09 FLSA Non-Exempt Civil Service Identification Position Title: Maintenance Worker I - Pools Department: Parks & Recreation Division: Government Buildings Supervisor: Facilities Manager Job Summary Under general supervision performs work in the maintenance of municipal buildings, pools, facilities and grounds and performs other related work as required. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Performs backwashing on pool and splash pad filtration systems; assists in annual maintenance of pool equipment. Vacuums pools. May change and handle liquid and granular chemical tanks and containers. Monitors and corrects water chemistry as needed either manually or via adjusting computerized controller system. Maintains, inspects, repairs and cleans automatic chemical delivery, filtration and pool vacuum systems and splash pad systems. Sweeps, mops, waxes, buffs, scrubs and cleans floors, vacuums carpet areas; washes windows and walls; cleans restrooms, empties and cleans waste receptacles; spot cleans walls. Cleans fountains, polishes metal work; dusts, waxes, washes and polishes furniture and woodwork. Maintains equipment and materials used in custodial work; replenishes supplies. Replaces light bulbs; unlocks doors and windows. Performs minor repairs and reports need for other repairs. Maintains surrounding walks and grounds; assists with snow removal work and grass mowing. Moves furnishings and equipment as directed. Removes trash from yard and parking lot; pulls weeds from sidewalk area. Job Class #02-09 Government Buildings Page 2 Updated 3/10/2017 Contributes to the safety of patrons, staff and self. Monitors and conducts minor repair to the digital heating, ventilation and air conditioning system; contacts outside contractors as needed. Inspects boiler pressure and function, makes adjustment as needed. Contacts contractor as needed for repairs. Works with contractors on special projects, monitors project progress and reports as needed. Maintains and repairs electrical equipment and facility plumbing. Performs general carpentry, as needed. Fills in for Maintenance Worker II – Pools as needed; communicates with hourly staff and with the contact for contracted cleaning services as required. Maintains digital log of maintenance. Maintains good communication between workers and departments. Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. Performs all other related duties as required. Physical and Environmental Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk and hear and smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Job Class #02-09 Government Buildings Page 3 Updated 3/10/2017 Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Six months of experience in janitorial or building maintenance or an equivalent combination of training or experience required. Certified Pool Operator Certification required within six months of hire. Must become automated external defibrillator, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid certified within six months of hire. Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving required. Must be 18 years of age per Iowa Code 92.8. Must pass a background check. Preferred Education, Experience and Certification Plumbing experience and certified pool operator experience strongly desired. One year of experience in janitorial or building maintenance or pool operations and maintenance preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures, the use and care of cleaning materials and equipment and swimming ability. Working skill in understanding and following oral and written instructions, performing routine custodial duties, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with building tenants and general public, performing moderately heavy tasks, and inventory control and storage of cleaning supplies and equipment. Must have ability to work independently. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.