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Job Class #07-19 FLSA Non-Exempt
Civil Service
Identification
Position Title: Maintenance Worker II – East Side Recycling Center
Department: Public Works
Division: Resource Management
Supervisors: Resource Management Superintendent
Job Summary
Under general direction, assists with performing general landscaping duties, building maintenance and
cleaning at the East Side Recycling Center. Performs specialized construction, modifications and
installation of landscaping and recycling components. Assists with periodic weekend events. Runs roll-
off recycling routes on designated days.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Assists in setting up for scheduled events at the Environmental Education Center.
Operates and maintains oil shed, compost and wood mulch distribution area.
Maintains recycling bins and controls litter.
Disposes of recycled oil, oil filters and antifreeze.
Performs grounds maintenance by watering, weeding and mulching landscaped areas.
Plants and prunes shrubs and other plants.
Collects and disposes of weedy and pruned debris.
Controls invasive species, noxious weeds and trees.
Mows grass around buildings.
Cleans floors, carpet, tables, chairs, kitchen and bathroom in the Environmental Education Center.
Removes trash from buildings, stocks buildings with cleaning supplies, toilet paper, towels and other
necessary supplies.
Performs routine checks of plumbing, electric, electronic and other operating systems of the
Environmental Education Center.
Operates snowplow and blowers to remove snow in winter months.
Constructs landscaping features; repairs green wall and eroded areas.
Meets with on-site partners and the general public regarding basic questions and complaints.
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Communicates with supervisors on issues regarding public and partner complaints.
Assists the Sustainability Coordinator and the Recycling Coordinator with projects as needed.
Assists with periodic weekend events.
Transports recycle bins to contracted Recycling Company empty containers.
Participates in safety committee and identification of workplace hazards.
Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
and community.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The physical demands and work environment conditions described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and are
encountered while performing those essential functions. 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 walk, use hands to
finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear. The
employee frequently is required to stand, climb, balance, taste or smell. The employee is
occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and
occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid
conditions, moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or
caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme heat and risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
High school diploma or equivalent required. Six months experience in building and ground
maintenance required. Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record required. Must be 18
years of age per Iowa Code 92.8. Valid Iowa CDL Instruction permit required at time of hire. Valid
Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake and tank endorsements required within 90 days of
hire. This position is subject to federal drug testing requirements including screening through the
FMCSA Clearinghouse. A pre-employment drug screen is required. Must pass criminal background
check.
Preferred Education, Experience and Certification
None specified.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to interact with public. Knowledge of general landscaping procedures. Skills in the operation of
mowers, brush cutters and other landscaping equipment. Skills in computer operations. Ability to read
and interpret technical manuals. Ability to perform basic cleaning duties. Ability to prepare written
instructions and work records. Ability to safely operate recycling roll-off truck.
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.