Crew Worker

Salary: GS.05 ($17.74 /hr - $21.43 /hr)

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
*Hours may vary due to work assignments or projects.*

Work Location: 274 E. 10th Street

FLSA Status: This is a Non-Exempt position.

Department: PW - Building Maintenance

SERIES LEVEL:

The Crew Worker is a stand-alone position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties
performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary
duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and
may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.)

Performs assorted public works duties such as sweeping sidewalks and streets, blowing and
raking leaves and collecting/picking up brush, garbage and recycling materials.

Assist with placement of proper caution signs for motorists and pedestrians along rights-of-way;
assists with traffic direction and control around the worksite.

Participate in seasonal work such as ice and snow removal.

Participate in various repair work on bodies of vehicles including replacing damaged parts and
mixing paints.

Perform various duties in the cleaning and organization of fleet operations including operating
truck wash, emptying trash containers, sweeping and mopping floors of building, cleaning
restrooms, repairing flat tires, stowing scrap metal, delivering and retrieving vehicles from
privately operated shops and picking up parts, supplies and mail.

Perform/assist with various duties in the upkeep of golf courses including aerifying and mowing
greens, fairways and/or tees, racking sand traps, hand watering greens, changing pin location
and building tees.

Perform various duties in the cleaning and maintenance of various City facilities, buildings and
landscapes including cleaning restrooms, sweeping, mopping, cleaning various types of flooring
including terrazzo, tile, rubber and cork, vacuuming, carpet cleaning, operating specialized
cleaning equipment, washing windows, removing trash and litter, mowing grass, operating leaf
blower to remove leaves from various structures/landscapes (such as TN Aquarium Plaza and
Walnut Street Bridge), weeding, mulching and trimming of plants/shrubbery.

Perform/assist with various duties related to construction including but not limited to drainage
and road/paving operations.

Operate various hand and power tools requiring no special training or skill.

May be required to use, carry and answer their cell phone as determined by their job duties and
the department head.

May drive a vehicle when required.

Remove spray paint on signs, buildings and sidewalks.

May deliver and pick up recycle and landfill containers for special events. May pick up litter
bags for Hamilton County.

May pick up dead animals and dispose of them properly.

Operate a tire crusher to crush rims and tires. May pick up tires.

May flag for traffic control situations.

Assist in sign shops as needed to clean, cover and repair damaged signs for recycling.

May answer city emergency calls for 911 dispatch, 311 call center, and other calls.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.

Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and
citizens.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations,
in a timely manner.

May be assigned or reassigned to any division within the department. Performs other duties as
assigned.

This position is deemed essential during inclement weather situations, and must report to or
remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the
Department Head.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES (if any):

When working in the sign shop:
Operates a variety of machinery, equipment and tools associated with department projects,
which may include a utility truck, forklift, trowel machine, table saw, chain saw, skill saw,
concrete saw, band saw, concrete vibrator, jackhammer, air compressor, finishing tools,
measuring devices, shovel, pick axe, and mechanic tools.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data
and makes corrections as appropriate; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, desktop
publishing, database, sign making, graphics, or other software programs; installs software
programs and hardware components; digitizes images into sign program; creates computer files
to match regulated signs; troubleshoots computer problems.
Maintains inventory of stock of city signs and installation tools; checks out materials to city
employees; organizes materials for storage; supervises/conducts annual inventory of signs;
maintains computer database of sign inventory; tracks inventory for electrical sign shop.
Tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; reports problem situations.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment and tools in
operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing
fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning work areas; monitors
equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, receipts, invoices, packing slips, manuals, or
other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple
processes, and the routine operation of power tools and/or small maintenance
equipment/machines or any combination of equivalent experience and education. High School
Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid driver's license may be required depending on assignment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of construction, grounds or buildings maintenance principles and practices;
applicable equipment, materials and tools used in construction, grounds or building
maintenance activities and safe work practices.

Skill in following oral and written instructions; performing routine maintenance and construction
tasks; operating and maintaining applicable construction, grounds and building maintenance
equipment and tools and communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with
coworkers, supervisor, and the general public, sufficient to exchange or convey information and
to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching,
crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling,
talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force
frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes,
odors, dusts, gasses, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate
lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Safety Sensitive: Y
Department of Transportation - CDL: N
Child Sensitive: N

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

This position requires pre-employment screening(s) that include: background check / drug
screening / lift test

The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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