Operator I - Parking

Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, positive environment alongside other caring team members. You’ll be challenged by rewarding work that impacts the lives of community members each day. You’ll expand your skills and knowledge through training and growth opportunities. You’ll be respected and appreciated for sharing your ideas and bringing your authentic self to your work. And you can celebrate your successes with your loved ones because of the great flexible work arrangements the City offers. Come join our team—you belong here!   
 
The City of Appleton is currently accepting applications for a vacancy in Public Works. Work involves inspecting meters for damage, make minor repairs to meters and performing custodial functions. Work will also involve collecting money from parking meters and ramp pay machines, maintenance of meters and equipment, cleaning, and snow removal (inside and out) of ramps and lots. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Parking Supervisor. 

Essential Job Functions

• Collects money from ramp pay machines.

• Inspects parking meters to ensure they are operating properly. Replaces batteries and repairs jammed meters on the street and removes others to parking meter shop for repairs; replaces meter posts.

• Operates a power sweeper to clean parking ramp floors and a pressure washer to clean the ramp deck to install concrete sealer.

• Cleans ramps on a daily basis.

• Installs signage in parking ramps and lots.

• Removes snow and ice from both inside and outside the ramp. Spreads snow melt and ice melt when needed

• Maintains regular punctual and predictable attendance, works overtime and extra hours as required.

Other Job Functions

• Collects coin from on street and ramp meters as needed.

• Assists with repairs of parking equipment and bathroom facilities as needed.

• Replaces light bulbs in parking ramps.

•Assists in applying concrete sealer on decks of the parking ramps.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalency, good mechanical aptitude, and the ability to deal effectively with the public and exercise good judgment. This position typically works 10:00am to 600pm Tuesday – Saturday but will require flexibility to work during special events and high parking demand periods. Regular attendance is required.
• Knowledge of methods and materials used in the repair of small mechanical equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment and make necessary repairs.
• Ability to operate and use hand tools.
• Ability to operate a snowblower, power washer and sweeper.
• Ability to operate alone on routine work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public, and to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Ability to withstand a variety of temperatures and adverse weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.Competencies
Communication
Customer Focus
Handling Difficult People
Problem Solving
Adaptability/Flexibility
 

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Salary : $21 - $24