Housing Authority Maintenance Staff Member

Department:  Housing Authority

Reports To: Executive Director of Housing Authority

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Housing Authority. This employee will perform a wide range of tasks including but not limited to: cleaning of buildings in all common areas, maintaining equipment, mowing, snow and ice removal, trash removal from buildings, replacing light bulbs as well as minor electrical, air conditioning and appliance repairs.

Examples of Work

·         Respond to tenant maintenance needs and or requests

·         Clean and prepare vacant apartments for occupancy

·         Maintenance of all shop equipment and appliances, furnaces and AC units

·         Mowing and trimming of all grounds

·         Snow and ice removal from all sidewalks and driveways

·         Painting

·         Cleaning of common areas of buildings

·         Minor plumbing repair

·         Trash removal

·         Interaction with tenants

·         Other duties as deemed necessary or as required to properly maintain all buildings and grounds.

Experience

Must have a wide range of general mechanical knowledge regarding heating, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and sheetrock. Would prefer some working experience in maintenance/janitorial work, or extensive hours and knowledge of DIY experience.

Education

High school diploma preferred.

Skills

Knowledge and understanding of cleaning and caring for buildings and structures. As well as some mechanical knowledge. Must be a self-starter.

Physical Demands

Must be able to walk for extended periods of time, be able to lift up to 50 lbs of weight as well as be capable of moving appliances from room to room. Must also be able to withstand being out in the extreme weather for extended periods of time as well as be able to work around chemicals with various odors.

Problem Solving & Decision-Making

Problem solving is a factor in this position.  Problems include repairing maintaining sidewalks, and other minor equipment failures. Decision making is a factor in this position.  Decisions include determining the proper material and equipment to use for conditions.

Financial Accountability

Employee is not responsible for budgetary control of department and does not participate in the annual departmental budgetary process, but must be willing to work within budget constraints.

Supervision

Limited supervision is provided and job-related decisions are reviewed by the Maintenance Supervisor and Executive Director.  Employee does not have supervisory responsibility over subordinate personnel.

Personal Relations

Continual contact with other Housing Authority staff as well as tenants and their families.

Residency

The employee working in this position is required to reside in Garnett, or at least within a 20 minute response time.

Working Conditions

Extreme weather conditions, manual labor, and working with fuels and chemicals are factors in this position.

Salary and Hours

Starting pay scale for this position is $20.00 per hour with excellent benefits; pay is based off qualifications. This position is normally an 8-hour day shift, forty-hour workweek with occasional emergency call-outs as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Garnett is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter. Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9.

Public Works Laborer Gas & Water Distribution

Department: Public Works – Gas & Water Distribution

Reports To: Public Works Director

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Public Works Director, the public works laborer performs work installing or constructing, maintaining, and upgrading, gas lines and water lines. The initial assignment for this position will be with the Gas & Water division, with assignments within other divisions in public works.

Examples of Work

• Installs and repairs gas, water, and wastewater mains.

• Installs metering on gas and water lines.

• Operates heavy equipment, such as backhoe, trencher, tractor, and dump truck.

• Assists in the preparation of reports on gas regulation requirements.

• Maintains gas regulations regulators, pressure relief systems and corrosion control.

• Prepares survey work and maps.

• Prepares over the line surveys.

• Other duties as assigned.

Experience

One to three years of experience in plumbing and/or construction is preferred. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the job reasonably well after six months in the position.

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred. Certified in either socket and butt fusion of P.E. pipe is preferred, as well as have a CDL with an air brake endorsement; or be able to attain one or the other within one year.

Skills

Knowledge and understanding of all federal, state and local laws and regulations governing the gas and water utilities and their line installation and maintenance. General knowledge of construction techniques. Knowledge of all safety requirements. Mathematical aptitude. The ability to operate a tractor, dump truck, trencher, backhoe, odorometer, CGI gas tester, CG leak tracer, pipe locator, flame ionization gas leak detector and other related equipment preferred, or the ability to acquire such knowledge in a reasonable period of time as determined by the Director of Public Works.

Physical Demands

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 accommodation 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 reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to utilize objects, tools, equipment or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Must maintain a physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include working closely with others, high levels of public contact, and irregular working hours.

Problem Solving & Decision-Making

Problem solving is a factor in this position. Problems include repairing and building streets and sidewalks, gas and water lines, and detecting leaks. Decision making is a factor in this position. Decisions include determining the proper material and equipment to use for conditions.

Accountability

Employee is not responsible for budgetary control of department and does not participate in the annual departmental budgetary process.

Supervision

Limited supervision is required and job-related decisions are reviewed by the Director of Public Works or a departmental Foreman. Employee does not have supervisory responsibility over subordinate personnel.

Personal Relations

Continual contact with other city departments and the general public.

Residency

This position is an on call position, and requires the employee to live within a thirty (30) minute response time of the City of Garnett.

Working Conditions

Extreme weather conditions, manual labor, and working with fuels, chemicals, wastewater, and natural gas are factors in this position.

Salary and Hours

Pay range for this position is $18.00-20.00 per hour with excellent benefits, pay is based on qualifications. This position is an 8-hour day shift, forty-hour workweek and has on call responsibilities once employee is operator qualified.

Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Garnett is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter. Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9.

POWER PLANT OPERATOR

Department: Public Works – Production

Reports To: Power Plant Superintendent

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Power Plant Superintendent, the Power Plant Operator performs duties involved in the city’s electric generation power plant. The employee in this position is responsible for monitoring the city’s connections with other electric systems and delivering the necessary electrical power to the City of Garnett. The Power Plant Operator performs skilled and semi-skilled work. This employee participates in the operation and maintenance of plant facilities, machinery and equipment.

Additional duties may be assigned in support of other areas of the City’s operation, such as assisting with solid waste loading, code enforcement, parks maintenance, collections, water, gas, and electric distribution, among others. This position is subject to assignment at the city owned power plant.

Examples of Work

● Monitors gauges, meters and dials;

● Records load and voltage readings, prepares daily paperwork and makes schedule of loads;

● Operates switch boards to control voltage and distribution of electricity;

● Starts up and stops engines, motors and generators;

● Maintains and makes repairs to power generators and related equipment;

● Checks or tests equipment regularly;

● Supports other departments on projects;

● Other related duties as deemed necessary or as required.

Experience

One to three years of electric generating experience is preferred. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the job reasonably well after six months in the position.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Skills

General knowledge of power plant operations, safety procedures, equipment operation and maintenance and chemical usage. Mathematical aptitude to figure kilowatt hours and computations for chemical addition for water treatment plant procedures. The ability to operate generators, electric motors, pumps, chemical feeders, pumping equipment, water testing equipment and other department equipment.

Physical Demands

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 accommodation 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 reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to utilize objects, tools, equipment or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Must maintain a physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include working closely with others, moderate levels of public contact, and irregular working hours.

Problem Solving & Decision-Making

Problem solving is a factor in this position. Problems include power outages, circuit trips, pumps and motor malfunctions. Decision making is a factor in this position. Decisions include when to start power generators and motors in adverse weather and how much load to carry.

Accountability

Employee is not responsible for budgetary control of department and does not participate in the annual departmental budgetary process.

Supervision

Supervision is required and job-related decisions are always reviewed by the Power Plant Superintendent.

Personal Relations

Continual contact with other city departments and the general public.

Residency

The employee working in this position is required to reside within a thirty (30) minute response time of Garnett City Hall.

Working Conditions

Manual labor is required in this position. Adverse weather conditions and working with electricity and chemicals are factors in this position.

Salary and Hours

The starting pay for this position is $20.00 per hour with excellent benefits; pay is based on qualifications. The work schedule for the Power Plant Operator will be eight-hour day shifts in a forty-hour workweek with a possibility of nights, holidays and weekends as determined by Power Plant Superintendent.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The City of Garnett is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter. Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9.