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POSITION:Â MAINTENANCE WORKER IÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
DEPARTMENT:Â PUBLIC WORKSÂ
REQUISITION:Â 1189Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
STATUS:Â REGULAR FULL-TIME; NON-EXEMPT;
12-MONTH INTRODUCTORY PERIOD
SALARY RANGE: $27.0437 – $37.8615 / HOUR – DOQ/E        Â
EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGEÂ Â Â Â
WORK SCHEDULE: MON - THURS 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
OPENING DATE:Â TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026
CLOSING DATE:Â OPEN UNTIL FILLED
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SUMMARY:Â
Operates both light and heavy equipment and performs routine, semi-skilled to skilled work in the maintenance and construction of streets, open space, summer flowers, parks, storm drainage systems, traffic control, signage, striping, landscaping, snow plowing, and City trash operations. Â Incumbents entering the class typically have limited related work experience and are closely supervised during training in the operations and procedures. Â Incumbents are expected to perform a wider range of work as training and experience are gained.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Â
Performing equipment and/or manual operation in street maintenance and repair work; completing snow and ice removal from streets, gutters and City stairways; performing street sweeping and cleaning; constructing, repairing, maintaining, and cleaning drainage structures; inspecting and clearing obstructions from storm drains; measuring and lays out center lines, crosswalks and other line markings; operating a paint striper or spray gun in painting line markings on pavement; repairing, installing, and maintaining traffic control signs; completing trash removal and pickup from City receptacles; servicing and inspecting assigned equipment; maintaining service and operator use records; advising superintendent on operating conditions of equipment and progress of projects; Â reporting needed mechanical adjustment and repair; assisting with the equipment repair and maintenance program; performing grass cutting, weed removal, and landscaping; responding to after hour emergency calls; and performing other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS: Education and experience:Â
Requires high school diploma or GED; two years of related work experience; valid Colorado Class R driver’s license with a safe driving record and the ability to obtain a Colorado Class A license with a Passenger Rating within two years of employment; Obtain flagger certification within six months of employment. Knowledge of traffic laws involved in light and heavy equipment operations; skilled in understanding and complying with verbal and written instructions and equipment manuals; skill in effectively communicating both verbally and in writing; the ability to learn materials, equipment, and tools used in street operations; the ability to read and interpret plans, maps, diagrams, and construction drawings; the ability to adapt to multiple demands or changing priorities, and accommodate emergencies; the ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds; the ability to serve on-call as required; and the ability to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.  Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
HOW TO APPLY: To apply for the position, please go to www.cityofblackhawk.org and click the job openings tab, then the job title link. Please read the full job description. All online applications must have a resume attached to be considered. The City of Black Hawk conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment. Â
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