Facilities Worker II - Beach Services

Facilities Worker II - Beach Services

Salary

$21.95 - $34.01 Hourly

Location

City Hall, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

TM051-94

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

09/17/2026

Closing Date

10/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION SUMMARY

This position requires the hired candidate to have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B with Air Brake endorsement at the time of application and upon hire. Failure to maintain an active CDL endorsement will result in separation from City employment.

Work Schedule: Sunday to Thursday - 5:00am - 1:30pm

This position is responsible for the execution of a daily route servicing the City's public places trash cans. Employee will, with another team member, operate a trash collection vehicle and empty trash and recycle containers located throughout the City. Work requires strenuous physical outdoor work, often under unfavorable conditions. Performs progressively responsible facility maintenance duties, which includes minor repairs of building systems, cleaning restrooms, trash pick-up, etc. or performs progressively responsible grounds maintenance duties. Displays more specialized knowledge in the area of tree trimming, irrigation repair, carpentry, athletic field maintenance, etc. An employee in this class usually functions as a crew leader.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Monitors and prints out work orders; closes out work orders performed; keeps track of work in progress
• Plans and assigns duties and work activities
• Maintains, repairs, constructs, and renovates park facilities
• Participates in performing custodial tasks as applies to municipal buildings and other municipal property, including trash removal
• Lines playing fields; drags, waters, weeds, and maintains landscaped areas on baseball and football fields, as assigned
• Inspects and repairs structures and buildings
• May supervise and participate in planting, mowing, watering, cleaning and trimming municipal parks and grounds; planting trees, flowers, and shrubbery; and operating equipment necessary in completing assigned tasks
• May climb trees using ropes, hooks or a hoist mounted on a truck; does necessary trimming and pruning to eliminate hazards and preserve the beauty of the trees on municipal streets and property; fell dead or dangerous trees and cut dead limbs, remove overhanging or damaged limbs
• May perform maintenance of municipal facilities and property, such as painting, plumbing, masonry, and landscaping work involving the use of hand and power tools
• Performs landscaping duties, including mowing, edging, weed eating, and blowing
• May be required to respond to emergency calls
• Performs minor equipment repair and maintenance

Additional Responsibilities

• May operate specialized trucks, small roller, grader, cement saw, tractor and various mowing equipment.
• May supervise and participate in performing custodial tasks as applies to municipal buildings and other municipal properties
• May line playing fields, drag, water, weed and maintain landscaped areas on baseball and football fields
• May supervise and participate in setting up and taking down of benches, seats, chairs and other equipment
• May act as a concession attendant when required
• May assign and issue tools, maintain shop area and equipment
• May perform minor repairs on equipment and municipal buildings including lubrication of the equipment
• May perform semi-skilled tasks requiring the use of hand tools and perform manual work in conjunction with job assignments
• May perform duties in conjunction with City street maintenance such as erecting signs, barricades and clearing debris
• May inspect public trees to diagnose disease; ensuring healthy tree growth; removes tree stumps
• Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience using equipment powered by motor and other hand tools.
• CDL Class B with airbrakes required.
• To claim Veterans' Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs. (https://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/)

PREFERENCES

1. Experience driving a sanitation route.

2. Experience operating a trash truck, including knowledge of hydraulics for safe vehicle operation and dumping.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Availability to work staggered schedules including evening hours when necessary

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

For technical support with your application, contact GovernmentJobs.com from 9 am to 9 pm EST, Monday to Friday, at (855) 524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com.

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package.

Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! Under the U.S. Department of Educations Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale. Click here for more information or to see if you qualify.

In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.

01

Are you currently a Full-Time Regular employee of the City of Fort Lauderdale covered under Teamsters Local Union 769?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D Certificate from a recognized agency?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you currently possess a current and valid State of Florida Class "B" Commercial Drivers License with Airbrakes (CDL)

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you possess using equipment powered by motor and other hand tools?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 to 2 years of experience
• 3 to 4 years of experience
• 5 to 6 years of experience
• 7 or more years of experience

05

Describe your experience using equipment powered by motor and other hand tools? Include in your response the name of the company and how long you worked with the company. This experience must be listed on your application. If no experience, insert "N/A".

06

This position requires driving a sanitation route and operating a trash truck, including knowledge of hydraulics for safe vehicle operation and dumping. Please indicate which best describes your years of experience. This experience must be demonstated on your application.

• No experience
• 1 to 2 years of experience
• 3 to 4 years of experience
• 5 to 6 years of experience
• 7 or more years of experience

07

Please describe in detail your working experience driving a sanitation route and safely operating a trash/claw truck. Include the company you worked for and how long you worked with them. Include in your response the name of the company and how long you worked with the company. This experience must be listed on your application. If no experience, insert "N/A".

Required Question

Employer City of Fort Lauderdale

Address Tower Building - 101 NE 3rd Ave

Department of Human Resources - 16th Floor

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301

Phone 19548285300

Website http://www.fortlauderdale.gov