Job Description
Join Atlanta's vibrant municipal team as a Public Works Maintenance Specialist! Shape our city's infrastructure while enjoying career stability, comprehensive benefits, and the pride of serving your community. We're seeking dedicated professionals to maintain Atlanta's parks, streets, and facilities – ensuring our city remains beautiful and functional for all residents. Why Atlanta? Experience Southern charm with big-city opportunities, plus competitive pay, health benefits, and retirement plans. Apply today to build your future while building our city!
Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair municipal infrastructure including roads, sidewalks, and drainage systems
- Operate heavy machinery and specialized equipment safely and efficiently
- Perform routine inspections of public facilities to identify maintenance needs
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams on infrastructure improvement projects
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and OSHA standards
- Document maintenance activities using digital reporting systems
- Respond to emergency weather-related public works situations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years experience in public works, construction, or facility maintenance
- Valid Georgia driver's license with clean driving record
- OSHA 10-hour construction certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)
- Ability to operate heavy equipment (backhoes, dump trucks, etc.)
- Strong physical stamina and ability to work in all weather conditions
- Basic computer skills for reporting systems
- Excellent teamwork and communication abilities