POSITION SUMMARYPosition responsible for the daily completion of assigned maintenance projects, duties and responsibilities, in all Authority facilities and surface lots throughout the City of Pittsburgh. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Participate in various projects or tasks requiring physical labor.
- Drive company issued vehicle (truck or van) to assigned areas.
- Salting, planting, removal, trimming of plants, shrubs, trees, asphalt patching, mixing of cement, installing of signs and changing light bulbs and related items.
- Experience on operating vehicle(s) equipped with snowplow and salt hopper apparatuses preferred but not a requirement.
- Perform general maintenance projects as assigned (Paint, sweep, perform snow removal (if applicable)
- Perform activities, functions, and other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.
- Ability to work in accordance with established Authority and departmental safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Ability to follow instructions and specifications.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Ability to lift objects ranging from 10 to 80 pounds repeatedly.
- Able to repeatedly climb, carry, balance, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, stretch, bend at the waist, reach, grasp, push and pull.
- Ability to walk several miles daily both long and short distances in all kinds of weather conditions.
- Knowledge of appropriate materials, tools and equipment of assigned activity such as, but not limited to; hand, electrical, and gas-powered hand tools, drills, hammers, saws, wrenches, screwdrivers, brooms, shovels and light-duty jackhammers.
- Ability to safely use tools and equipment appropriately.
- Must have mechanical skills.
- Moderate knowledge of the geography of Pittsburgh.
- Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
- Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with the public and other Authority employees.
- Any and all other duties as assigned by management.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.CITY OF PITTSBURGH RESIDENCY:Must show proof of City of Pittsburgh residency and remain a City resident throughout employment.BACKGROUND CHECK - DRUG TESTINGMust successfully complete a background/motor vehicle check. A pre-hire drug test screening may be conducted.SPECIAL CERTIFICATES and LICENSES:Must possess and maintain a current and valid Class C (or Class 1) Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License throughout employment.MEDICAL EXAMINATION:A medical examination may be required prior to appointment.