MAINTENANCE WORKER I - PUBLIC WORKS - ASPHALT AND CONCRETE - INTERNAL ONLY
Salary
$35,110.40 - $65,466.96 Annually
Location
Public Works Department 750 NW 91 Avenue, Plantation, FL
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
101PWAC-01
Department
PUBLIC WORKS ROAD AND TRAFFIC
Opening Date
07/17/2026
Closing Date
7/22/2026 4:30 PM Eastern
Description
THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF PLANTATION EMPLOYEES. APPLICANTS MUST BE EITHER IN A FULL OR PART TIME CAPACITY.
This is a non-exempt position which requires unskilled and semi-skilled manual work in the performance of light and heavy manual labor for conducting various maintenance duties for various municipal departments of the City of Plantation.
Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Examples of Duties
Cleans culverts, ditches, and swales, and builds retaining walls.
Mixes concrete and replaces and repairs sidewalks throughout the City.
Mixes concrete and replaces and repairs concrete walls throughout the City.
Digs, grades, and sets forms for concrete work; tamps and levels concrete.
Reads and understands utility locates ("mark-outs") before beginning work.
May remove and repair broken asphalt within City limits.
May prepare and form areas for new asphalt and/or concrete installation.
Operates heavy equipment, including rollers, skid steers, and other related equipment.
Installs new and replacement road signs, erects barricades, and repairs breaks and holes in street surfaces.
Cleans and maintains public buildings and other municipal property, including sweeping and general upkeep.
Performs semi-skilled carpentry, masonry, painting, and general maintenance of municipal buildings, equipment, and property; assists skilled trades workers as needed or directed.
Performs miscellaneous pickups, deliveries, and other errands as required.
Performs related duties as required and as directed.
Exercises care and safety in use of equipment and tools required to complete assigned tasks and knowledge of safety rules and regulations prescribed by the city.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of cleaning methods and skill in the use and care of cleaning materials and equipment.
Knowledge of the methods and tools used in cement finishing, as required by the position.
Knowledge of occupational hazards associated with the trade and the proper use of safety practices.
Skill in written communication, including learning and utilizing the work order process, and effective verbal communication.
Skill in the use of common hand and power tools and mechanical equipment, including drills, cut-off saws, jackhammers, and similar equipment.
Ability to operate assigned equipment safely and effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions.
Ability to understand and follow instructions and complete work assignments accurately.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other City departments, fellow employees, supervisors, outside agencies, and the general public.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid State of Florida driver's license.
Must be able to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL), with the appropriate weight combination endorsement, for designated Public Works divisions within a timeframe established by the Public Works Director.
Must be able to obtain National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100c and 700b certifications within a timeframe established by the Public Works Director.
Work Environment
Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments and requires travel between work sites. Employees may be exposed to varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and other environmental elements.
Supplemental Information
This is a designated Recovery classification under the Citys Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Employees occupying this position are required to report to work during declared emergencies and disaster recovery operations, as directed.
Attendance and successful completion of the appropriate National Incident Management System (NIMS) training is required.
Probationary Period
All new employees serve a one (1) year probationary period from date of hire.
Working Hours
Most full-time employees work 40 hours per week unless otherwise indicated.
Hours of Operation Monday through Friday (except City Holidays) 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM unless otherwise noted.
Pay Check
Pay checks are issued bi-weekly every other Friday; direct deposit of paycheck required to any banking institution is mandatory.
Insurance Coverage
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Closest thousand to amount of Annual Salary (policy paid for by the City) up to $50,000.
Hospitalization, Major Medical, Dental and Vision
The Employee pays a portion of the cost for themselves and for dependent coverage at a rate established by Administration.
Dependent Coverage: spouses are eligible only if they do not have entitlement to participate in another employers group medical plan or Medicare.
General Employees Pension
Retirement - Mandatory contribution is 4% of base pay.
Normal Retirement Date: Age 59 and completion of 10 years of credited service.
Holidays
The City of Plantation observes eleven (12) paid holidays per year as declared by the City Council each year.
Personal Day
All full-time employees will be given the benefit of one (1) personal day per calendar year. Cannot be used until employed six (6) months; can not be carried over from one year to the next.
Sick Leave
13 days per year. Accrues 4 hours at end of each bi-weekly pay period. Maximum accrual is 480 hours.
Annual Leave
General Employees
1 - 5 years - 13 days per year
5 - 15 years - 19 ½ days per year
15 years or more - 26 days per year
Maximum Accrual is 240 hours. An employee is not entitled to use annual leave until employed 6 months.
Funeral Leave
3 days (8 hours each)
Jury Duty
Paid full salary - all fees received, excluding mileage must be turned into the City.
Educational Reimbursement
Employees will be entitled to a refund of their tuition and lab fees upon the successful completion of each approved course based on the following scale: (After one (1) year of employment)
Grade A.....................100 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
Grade B.....................75 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
Grade C.....................50 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
"Pass" in lieu of grade.....50 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
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Do you have a valid drivers license?
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How many years of experience do you have working in public works, construction, street maintenance, or a related field?
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Did you attach a copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate? (A copy will be required upon hire)
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Please indicate any other work experience you have had you believe is relevant for this position?
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Do you claim Veterans Preference? (Check "no" if this does not apply.)
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If you answered "Yes" to Veterans Preference above, did you attach your DD-214 - MEMBER 4 form, the Veterans Preference Certification, FDVA form VP-1 and, if applicable, other certification forms. Please see Veterans Preference link on the Employment page for additional information. Failure to attach these documents will result in no Veterans Preference being given. (Check "NA" if this does not apply.)
Required Question
Employer City of Plantation
Address City of Plantation City Hall
400 NW 73rd Avenue
Plantation, Florida, 33317
Website http://www.plantation.org