Panama Job Openings

City of Panama City Beach

Street Maintenance Worker Trainee/I/II

Panama City Beach

FULL TIME

November 13, 2024

Salary

$16.91 - $24.23 Hourly

Location

PCB, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

00447

Department

Public Works

Division

Street

Opening Date

11/13/2024

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

Description

This position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of city streets and for assisting with other assigned public works functions. An incumbent in this position may be designated “Street Maintenance Worker II” or “Street Maintenance Worker Trainee.”

Examples of Duties

Performs general maintenance along streets and within the public right-of-way in both CRA and non-CRA areas.

Picks up trash and garbage spills on roadways, public parks, etc.

Clears, cuts, edges grass, and weeds with hand tools and power operated machines (commercial mowers and bush-hogging) within public rights-of-way and easements; gives general care to lawns and grounds; removes dirt, rubbish, weeds, leaves, and other refuse from grounds.

Perform general lawn and grounds maintenance; removes dirt, rubbish, weeds, leaves and other refuse from grounds.

Plants trees, shrubs, flowers, and spreads mulch.

Clears ditches with bush cutter; digs ditches; shovels, places sandbags, and performs related work in trenches.

Performs skilled tasks of one or more of the skilled trades; or on a regular basis, may assist higher level maintenance workers.

Performs asphalt and concrete repairs within the Public Rights-of-Way.

Operates light construction equipment; sets up and operates pumps, compressors, generators, concrete mixers, etc.

Operates various automotive vehicles, trucks, or tractors are required.

Performs service, lubricates, and makes minor inspections and corrections on vehicles and equipment, in a shop or in the field.

Loads and unloads City vehicles in an effective and efficient timely manner.

Maintains accurate, detailed work logs.

Performs road Striping-thermo plastic functions.

Performs related duties.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a standard high school diploma/GED.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Trainee – No further experience requirements.

Street Maintenance Worker I - Must have at least two (2) years of experience in Streets/Roads Department environment, or have any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; must have at least one (1) year experience in the operation of heavy equipment; must have experience in performing heavy manual labor; must have completed Heavy Equipment training courses as well as a Road Safety Training (MOT) Course or approved equivalent courses.

Street Maintenance Worker II - Must have at least four (4) years of experience in Streets/Roads Department environment and experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; must have at least three (3) years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment, and complete Roadside MOT training and Heavy equipment FDOT training or approved equivalent courses; must have a valid Class B CDL License (with air brakes); must be knowledgeable and able to make signs utilizing the sign machine; must obtain Roadside Spraying License within 1 year; must have the ability to operate a Knuckle Boom Truck.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of city and departmental safety policies and procedures.

Knowledge of the geography of the city, including street names and locations.

Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles, trucks, tools, and equipment.

Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools.

Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Street Crew Leader assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include traffic laws, work safety policies, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, city codes, and city policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contribute to the complexity of the position.

The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of city streets and related infrastructure. Successful performance contributes to the provision of safe and well-maintained city streets and related infrastructure.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with coworkers and the general public.

Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Agency

City of Panama City Beach

Address

17007 Panama City Beach Parkway

Panama City Beach, Florida, 32413

Phone

850-233-5100

Website

http://www.pcbfl.gov

Examples of Duties

Performs general maintenance along streets and within the public right-of-way in both CRA and non-CRA areas.

Picks up trash and garbage spills on roadways, public parks, etc.

Clears, cuts, edges grass, and weeds with hand tools and power operated machines (commercial mowers and bush-hogging) within public rights-of-way and easements; gives general care to lawns and grounds; removes dirt, rubbish, weeds, leaves, and other refuse from grounds.

Perform general lawn and grounds maintenance; removes dirt, rubbish, weeds, leaves and other refuse from grounds.

Plants trees, shrubs, flowers, and spreads mulch.

Clears ditches with bush cutter; digs ditches; shovels, places sandbags, and performs related work in trenches.

Performs skilled tasks of one or more of the skilled trades; or on a regular basis, may assist higher level maintenance workers.

Performs asphalt and concrete repairs within the Public Rights-of-Way.

Operates light construction equipment; sets up and operates pumps, compressors, generators, concrete mixers, etc.

Operates various automotive vehicles, trucks, or tractors are required.

Performs service, lubricates, and makes minor inspections and corrections on vehicles and equipment, in a shop or in the field.

Loads and unloads City vehicles in an effective and efficient timely manner.

Maintains accurate, detailed work logs.

Performs road Striping-thermo plastic functions.

Performs related duties.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a standard high school diploma/GED.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Trainee – No further experience requirements.

Street Maintenance Worker I - Must have at least two (2) years of experience in Streets/Roads Department environment, or have any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; must have at least one (1) year experience in the operation of heavy equipment; must have experience in performing heavy manual labor; must have completed Heavy Equipment training courses as well as a Road Safety Training (MOT) Course or approved equivalent courses.

Street Maintenance Worker II - Must have at least four (4) years of experience in Streets/Roads Department environment and experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; must have at least three (3) years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment, and complete Roadside MOT training and Heavy equipment FDOT training or approved equivalent courses; must have a valid Class B CDL License (with air brakes); must be knowledgeable and able to make signs utilizing the sign machine; must obtain Roadside Spraying License within 1 year; must have the ability to operate a Knuckle Boom Truck.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of city and departmental safety policies and procedures.

Knowledge of the geography of the city, including street names and locations.

Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles, trucks, tools, and equipment.

Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools.

Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

GUIDELINES

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contribute to the complexity of the position.

The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of city streets and related infrastructure. Successful performance contributes to the provision of safe and well-maintained city streets and related infrastructure.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with coworkers and the general public.

Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

PTO Leave: Leave begins accruing immediately. The schedule varies slighter for Fire Fighters.

Years Of Service Completed Annual Leave Cap Available
less than 5 years: 152 hours
5 to 9 years: 176 hours
10 to 14 years: 200 hours
15 to 19 years: 224 hours
20 + years: 248 hours

PTO begins accruing immediately. At the end of the year, any unused annual leave will roll over to the next year. Time will be accrued bi-weekly and shown on each paycheck.

RETIREMENT: General employees are fully vested after 10 years of employment. Employees can become partially vested at five (5) years of service. Partial vesting at five (5) years is 50%, six (6) years 60%, seven (7) years 70%, eight (8) years 80%, and nine (9) years 90%. General Employees are eligible for normal retirement upon the earlier of reaching age 55 and the completion of 10 years of credited service or reaching age 50 and the completion of 20 years of credited service. The amount of normal retirement benefit is based on your credited service and average final compensation. See General Employees’ Pension Plan Summary for more details.

HOLIDAYS: Employees receive 14 holidays per year. The holidays are:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Presidents' Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
July 4th
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Friday After Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve
Employee's Birthday

INSURANCE:* Florida Blue Health, Humana Dental & Securian Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Insurance premiums are paid in full by the City for the Employee. Florida Blue Tiered Family Coverage available but paid by Employee via paycheck. (Blue Option LG Plan 03559 Spouse only $630/month; Child/Children $540/month; and Family $1,200/month) (Blue Option LG Plan HDHP Spouse only $508/month; Child/Children $244/month; and Family $767/month).

Spouse Dental Coverage only $34.85/month; Child/Children $49.31/month; Family Dental Coverage $87.48/month. Vision Coverage available: Employee only: $5.24/month; Spouse only $10.50/month; Child/Children $9.97/month; and Family $15.67/month). Both are covered by Humana. The City also offers a suite of Allstate Worksite products available for purchase.

Note: Insurance coverage takes effect on the 1st of the month following your hire date.

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