Summary Objective
Under close supervision, this position performs semi-skilled manual labor utilizing a variety of hand tools, power tools, and equipment to maintain municipal facilities, grounds, and infrastructure. Work involves general upkeep, repairs, and maintenance of public spaces to ensure safety, functionality, and aesthetic standards are met.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
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• Operates various equipment including power mowers, weed eaters, edgers, clippers, chain saws, pole saws, demo saws, and other tools used in municipal maintenance.
• Maintains municipal grounds by mowing, cleaning drainage ditches, installing fences and guardrails, trimming and removing trees, and laying sod.
• Performs minor building repairs, including forming, pouring, and finishing concrete; patching potholes; and performing general facility upkeep.
• Maintains and restocks cleaning and maintenance supplies as needed.
• Operates light-duty trucks and other city vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Cleans and restores job sites to their original condition, which may include landscaping, raking, and sod replacement.
• Works as part of a maintenance or repair crew as assigned.
• Performs basic maintenance and cleaning of City vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum education of 8^th grade or equivalent
One (1) year of experience in facility or grounds maintenance, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License (or obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire).
Preferred Qualifications:
Florida driver’s license with CDL (class B minimum) endorsement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Groundskeeping and landscaping maintenance methods, practices, and procedures.
• Custodial operations, materials, and cleaning procedures.
• Tools, machinery, and equipment used in public works and municipal maintenance.
• Basic preventive maintenance for assigned equipment.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to maintenance work.

• Performing a variety of manual labor tasks safely and efficiently.
• Operating tools and equipment related to grounds, facilities, and infrastructure maintenance.
• Identifying and mitigating potential safety hazards.
• Working effectively in and around vehicular traffic and construction environments.

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform manual labor in varying weather conditions.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Work independently or as part of a team to complete assigned projects.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Riviera Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Riviera Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.