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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs general manual work of an unskilled nature (requiring little prior related experience; most tasks can be learned quickly on the job) in the following areas: 
  • Building maintenance/ security 
  • Grounds Maintenance 
  • Manual Labor
  • Trades Helper 
(Replaces Existing Job Titles: Custodian I, Sweeper, Watchperson, Park Caretaker, Laborer I & II, Trades Helper, Sewer Cleaner and Utility Person) This wording will be removed once approved)

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Work involves responsibility for performing a variety of manual and mechanical tasks. Performs work under general supervision.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

(Illustrative only) does related work as required.
See Addendum

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to understand and follow simple instruction, some interpersonal skills, written and oral, ability to maintain simple record keeping, ability to learn policies and procedures, must be reliable; must be able to lift heavy objects and able to work in adverse weather conditions.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Completion of a High School Diploma or a G.E.D or one (1) year combined experience in any of the following; building maintenance/security, or grounds maintenance, or manual labor, or as a helper to a skilled tradesperson.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a Connecticut State Driver’s license is required for some areas.

ADDENDUM

Examples of duties by general work areas. ALL AREAS. 
Keeps simple records and prepares reports; performs related duties as required. 

BUILDING MAINTENANCE / SECURITY: 
  • Routine cleaning General maintenance and repair of buildings 
  • Minor repairs and maintenance of equipment 
  • Delivers packages and messages 
  • Building security and safety 
  • Empties refuse cans, collects paper and rubbish 
  • Shovels snow, mows lawns and performs other ground maintenance tasks. 
  • Performs related duties as required 

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE: 
  • Performs routine manual work in the maintenance and development of parks. 
  • General maintenance and repair of buildings and playgrounds. 
  • Minor repairs and maintenance of equipment 
  • Operates small motorized and hand grass mowers 
  • Performs related duties as required 

MANUAL LABOR:  
  • Routine heavy manual work, lifting, loading and unloading 
  • Maintains sewers and manholes Loads and unloads equipment and supplies 
  • May assist other skilled workers in areas such as plumbing, carpentry etc. 
  • Performs related duties as required 

TRADES HELPER: 
Assists in the repair of cabinets, desks, tables and other office furniture 
Builds forms and performs other rough carpentry jobs 
Carries lumber and other materials and supplies as directed 
Performs trades tasks of the journeyman level on occasion 
Files, sands, sharpens other tools and keeps equipment in proper working order 


PART V - WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Requirements: Maintainer I 
Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate weights; may be exposed to some risk of injury from equipment and/or students. A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. 

Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY

(O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

 

 

 

 

Depth Perception

 

 

X

 

Standing

 

 

X

 

Color Distinction

 

 

X

 

Walking

 

X

 

 

Peripheral Vision

 

 

X

 

Sitting

 

X

 

 

Driving

 

 

X

 

Lifting

 

X

 

 

Physical Strength:

 

 

 

 

Carrying

 

X

 

 

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Pushing

 

X

 

 

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Pulling

 

X

 

 

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Climbing

 

X

 

 

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Balancing

 

X

 

 

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

 

 

 

 

Stooping

 

X

 

 

Environmental Conditions

 

 

 

 

Kneeling

 

X

 

 

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

 

 

X

 

Crouching

 

X

 

 

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

 

X

 

 

Crawling

 

X

 

 

Temperature Changes

 

X

 

 

Reaching

 

X

 

 

Wetness

 

X

 

 

Handling

 

X

 

 

Humidity

 

X

 

 

Grasping

 

X

 

 

Extreme Noise or Vibration

 

X

 

 

Twisting

 

X

 

 

Exposure to Chemicals

 

X

 

 

Feeling

 

X

 

 

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

 

X

 

 

Talking

 

 

X

 

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

X

 

 

 

Hearing

 

 

X

 

Exposure to bodily fluids

X

 

 

 

Repetitive Motion

 

X

 

 

Exposure to dampness

 

 

X

 

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

 

 

X

 

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

 

X

 

 

Visual Acuity/Near

 

 

X

 

Mechanical Hazards

 

X

 

 

Visual Acuity/Far

 

 

X

 

Physical danger or abuse

X

 

 

 


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified. 

The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.