MAINTENANCE WORKER II PUBLIC WORKS - SIDEWALK - INTERNAL ONLY
Salary
$37,753.81 - $68,262.66 Annually
Location
Public Works Department 750 NW 91 Avenue, Plantation, FL
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
204S-01
Department
PUBLIC WORKS GENERAL
Opening Date
07/17/2026
Closing Date
7/27/2026 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 semi-skilled manual work in the performance of light and heavy manual labor of more than average difficulty in the construction, landscaping, maintenance, and repair of properties and grounds for various municipal departments of the City of Plantation.
An employee in this classification is responsible for the performance of a wide variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks, and may require some acquired skills in the use of hand tools and power tools.
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
Performs semi-skilled carpentry, masonry, painting, and general maintenance of municipal buildings, equipment, and City property.
Performs concrete work, including mixing concrete, replacing and repairing sidewalks, digging, grading, setting forms, and tamping and leveling concrete.
Understands the layout and installation of sidewalks, curbs, and valley gutters.
Operates heavy equipment, including loaders, backhoes, rollers, and other equipment necessary to perform assigned duties.
Operates road saws, concrete grinders, jackhammers, chainsaws, and a variety of hand and power tools.
Installs barricades and traffic control devices to ensure safety within public rights-of-way and work zones.
Exercises proper care and follows all safety procedures in the operation of equipment, tools, and machinery.
Completes daily work orders accurately and in a timely manner.
Supervises and directs employees in lower classifications, providing guidance and oversight of assigned work.
Assists higher-level trades workers in the completion of skilled trade projects.
Executes purchase orders as authorized by the supervisor and/or department director.
Performs miscellaneous pickups, deliveries, and other errands as required.
Performs related duties as assigned or directed.
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 and asphalt installation, 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.
Skill in the safe operation of equipment used to perform assigned tasks and knowledge of City safety rules and regulations.
Ability to operate assigned equipment safely and effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs, 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 supervise, train, and direct employees in lower classifications.
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; supplemented by a minimum of one (1) year of experience in grounds, street, roadway, concrete, asphalt, landscape maintenance, construction, or a closely related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess a valid State of Florida drivers license. A Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)must be obtained within the timeframe established by the Public Works Director.
Must obtain National Incident Management System (NIMS)IS-100C, IS-200C, IS-700D, and IS-800D certifications within the timeframe established by the Public Works Director.
Work Environment
The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, lift and/or carry and push/pull various objects
Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment and requires travel from site to site.
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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Do you have at least one year of experience in construction, maintenance and repair work or other fields related to position assignment?
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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