The Town of Wausau, Florida is currently seeking a Part Time Maintenance Worker (28 Hours) for our Public Works Department. The Maintenance Worker performs maintenance tasks within facilities and public rights-of-way, working both individually and with a crew as needed.
The work can be physically demanding and unclean. and the Maintenance Worker may be subject to callback during emergencies on a 24-hour basis and may be required to work occasional evening, or weekend. Successful candidate will report to the Public Works Director. The rate of pay is $14.00 per hour. Candidate will be subject to a background, physical and drug screen.
The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and some work experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair tasks. He or she must be a self-starter prepared to get to work with a positive attitude who has the physical strength and stamina to perform the rigorous duties of this job. A valid driver’s license is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs routine tasks such as weeding, raking, watering, mowing, edging, shoveling, field preparation, custodial duties, and litter pick up
- Completes light construction, repair, landscaping, and facility maintenance duties as assigned following all safety practices/procedures
- Performs minor and semi-skilled facility maintenance operations such as replacing single motor belts, unplugging toilets, and changing light bulbs and filters
- Cleans and repairs trails, sidewalks, streets, playgrounds, play equipment, grounds, buildings, and other public owned facilities
- Removes brush and debris from park grounds, open space, and public rights-of-way
- Provides support for a variety of community special events, including supporting the event management team, traffic control, site preparation, security, and site clean up
- Helps with storm recovery, and other emergencies during and outside of normal work hours
- Completes any reports or logs
- Follows all safety policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Experience using a variety of hand and power tools
- Highly professional and dependable
- Able to work independently on projects and as a member of a team
- Able to follow spoken and written instructions
- Must follow all safety and health rules and regulations
- Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather (heat, rain, etc.)
- Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as need
The Town of Wausau is an equal opportunity employer.
Margaret Riley, Wausau Town Clerk
1607 2nd Avenue Wausau, FL 32463
(850) 638-1781
townofwausau@bellsouth.net
