Under regular supervision, performs technically skilled Public Services maintenance and construction activities. Employees in this class typically operate a variety of tools, vehicles and equipment to accomplish duties. Work usually requires maintaining close engineering tolerances. Reports to Stormwater/Streets Supervisor or designee.

Assists in the inspections of canal systems for aquatic plant encroachment, litter, and debris. May assists in the application of herbicide or biological agent. Removes obstructions hindering water movement and assists in applying herbicides to the roadsides, medians and waterways owned and operated by the City. Ensures that signs are posted to notify public of pending pesticide applications. Performs mechanical harvesting and removes plant material manually when conditions permit. Assists in operating a computerized spray rig and amphibious vehicles used in spraying and removing vegetation from canals and waterways; also in the cleanup of canal debris and tree removal. Removes extraneous material from waterways which may include heavy objects, dead fish and containers of unknown contents.

Assists in the inspection of City streets, rights-of-way, medians, canal crossings, and city-maintained property for litter and debris. Remove and dispose of all litter and debris from said locations; and notify the appropriate individual for City Contractor-generated litter and debris.

Operates trucks, trailers, and small all-terrain vehicles (e.g. Gator) along streets, sidewalks, medians, and canals. Utilizing hand tools and equipment, such as grabbers, trash picks, etc., for the collection of litter and debris. Responsible for recording and reporting the amount of litter and debris collected.

Set up Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), such as traffic cones, signs, arrow boards, etc., to ensure proper traffic control and safety of workers, drivers, and pedestrians.

Performs repairs, maintenance and operation of flood control gates, sometimes during heavy rain and high wind, in order to control canal elevations to prevent flooding. Lays-out construction projects in accordance with specifications. Constructs forms and pours concrete for concrete slabs.

Performs a variety of construction and maintenance activities including but not limited to the repair, reconstruction and maintenance of roadways and sidewalks, asphalt paving and patching, canal crossings and concrete surfaces. As well as rebuilding and reshaping drainage systems, and cleaning and replacing culverts and catch-basins. Installs and repairs highway safety features including guardrail, sign replacement, pavement striping and marking, and concrete repairs. Also placing riprap along canal banks.

Operates tracked and wheeled earthmoving, road-building and other related equipment such as road rollers, combination backhoes with hydraulic loading lift and back hoe digging shovel, skid steer loaders and dozers. Drives vehicle to worksite unless it is transported in other vehicle and makes settings of the attachments if required. Performs such operations as loading earth, gravel or other loose materials onto trucks, installing concrete catch basins, and underground stormwater drainage pipes. Transports construction equipment. Performs operator prechecks on equipment; checks lubricants, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems and makes necessary minor adjustments.

Lays out construction projects in accordance with specifications. Constructs forms and pours concrete for concrete slabs and curbing.

Interacts with the public to assist in the assessment of and timely correction of any and all complaints.

Exercises care and safety in the use of equipment and tools required to complete assigned tasks. Assures the establishment of safe work zones and compliance with all applicable safety requirements.
Performs simple maintenance on vehicles and equipment.

Operates a variety of tools and equipment such as vehicle, truck, asphalt roller, street cutter, compactor, striping machine, power tools, hand tools, telephone, two-way radio, computer and survey equipment.

Interacts and communicates with Public Services supervisors, employees and the public.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responds to emergencies 24 hours a day.

Performs related duties as required.

Requires high school diploma or GED, and at least two years’ experience performing public services or large-scale commercial construction/maintenance tasks, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must obtain a valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL and obtain a Stormwater Class "C" or FSA Stormwater Operator Certification – Level 1 and OSHA approved trench safety certificate within six (6) months of hire. The probationary period may be extended for up to six (6) months (for a total of twelve months) in order to allow for this requirement to be met.

NOTE: Job description, minimum qualifications, and the standards required to perform the essential functions are detailed in the official job description. The City of Tamarac is a drug-free workplace. Recommended candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to appointment, as appropriate. An eligible veteran or spouse of veteran shall receive preference in the selection process as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran’s preference, a candidate MUST submit a copy of a DD-214, Certificate of Discharge, or Statement of Eligibility with their application.

FIRST REVIEW: May 22, 2023. Subject to closing at that time, or when sufficient number of applications are received.