CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:	Zoo Construction Worker II	POSITION NUMBER(S):	1502
DEPARTMENT:	Zoo	GRADE:	308
DIVISION:		FLSA STATUS:
SECTION/UNIT:		UNION ELIGIBLE:
REPORTS TO:	Zoo Maintenance Foreman	EEO CATEGORY:
		EPAS JOB FAMILY:

 

 

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job.  The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time.  Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress.  Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  Constructs, repairs and performs preventative maintenance on equipment, buildings, and structures at the City of Little Rock Zoo.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Performs carpentry work to cut, shape, assemble, install, and repair building components, including doors, cabinets, wall finishing, and furniture.

 

2.         Installs, repairs, and replaces roofing, floor covering, and laminated cabinet covering; prepares surfaces and applies plaster, paint, and other protective coverings.

 

3.         Performs masonry work to install and repair brick, rock, and block walls.

 

4.         Constructs and anchors forms for concrete work; mixes and pours concrete for projects; smoothes and levels concrete surfaces.

 

5.         Operates welding equipment to assemble metal components of buildings, benches, and other Zoo equipment.

 

6.         Operates small backhoe and small front-end loader to move and load materials; operates a one-ton truck to transport and unload supplies equipment, and materials.

 

7.         Works with the electrician on outside wiring projects, troubleshooting faulty electrical wires and other service work.

 

8.         Repairs and replaces water faucets, sprinkler system valves, and other plumbing components.

 

9.         Performs preventative maintenance on heating and cooling systems and other fixtures by replacing filters, cleaning thermostats, oiling fans, and motors, and replacing switches and light bulbs.

 

10.       Provides working supervision to Zoo Construction Worker I, Zoo Maintenance Worker, part-time employees, trustees, and volunteers on a project basis.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.         Visits work sites and reviews work orders and sketches to estimate the amount of material needed for assigned projects; obtains bids for estimated materials and notifies supervisor of needed materials.

 

2.         Purchases material and submits purchase orders.

 

3.         Operates power tools to cut and assemble telephone poles and other wooden components for animal climbing structures.

 

4.         Cleans, adjusts, and changes worn and malfunctioning parts on hand and power tools.

 

5.         Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  None.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Knowledge of carpentry methods and techniques.

 

Knowledge of masonry methods and techniques.

 

Knowledge of the procedures involved in mixing concrete.

 

Knowledge of the methods and procedures employed in concrete pouring and finishing.

 

Knowledge of welding methods and techniques.

 

Familiarity with the equipment and tools employed in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing and sprinkler systems.

 

Familiarity with the basic methods and procedures of simple electrical component installation and replacement.

 

Skill in the operation of acetylene and arc welding equipment.

 

Skill in the operation of a variety of maintenance, power, hand and metal working tools and equipment.

 

Skill in the operation of a small backhoe and small front-end loader.

 

Skill in the operation of a one-ton truck.

 

Ability to perform carpentry work to cut, shape, assemble, install and repair building components.

 

Ability to install, repair, and replace roofing, floor covering and laminated cabinet covering.

 

Ability to apply plaster, paint and other protective coverings.

 

Ability to construct and anchor forms for concrete work.

 

Ability to review work orders and sketches to estimate the amount of materials needed for projects.

 

Ability to obtain bids for materials.

 

Ability to purchase necessary building materials.

 

Ability to clean, adjust and change worn or malfunctioning parts of hand and light power tools.

 

Ability to repair or replace water faucets, sprinkler system valves and other plumbing components.

 

Ability to perform preventive maintenance on heating and cooling systems.

 

Ability to troubleshoot faulty electrical wiring.

 

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

 

Ability to direct the work activities of assigned employees.

 

These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of high school,  two (2) years of experience in building construction work of a semi-skilled nature,  one (1) year of semi-skilled welding experience,  one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience.  Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  The physical demands marked below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

                                                                            YES                                                                            NO

Lifting (lbs.)	100
Carrying (lbs.)	100
Stooping, Bending	ü
Kneeling, Squatting	ü
Walking	ü
Standing	ü
Sitting	ü
Climbing, Balancing (e.g., climbing and working from ladder)	ü
Use of Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel	ü
Physical Coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs)	ü
Eye-Hand Coordination	ü
Close Vision (clear vision at 20" or less)	ü
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20' or more)	ü
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	ü
Depth Perception (ability to judge distance spatial relationships)	ü
Hearing	ü

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job:

 

                                                                            YES                                                                            NO

Outdoor Weather Conditions	ü
Wet, Humid Conditions (non-weather)	ü
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts	ü
Work in High, Precarious Places	ü
Fumes or Dust	ü
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals	ü
Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90º F.)	ü
Low Noise (e.g., business office)	ü
Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers)	ü
Loud Noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment)	ü

 

Updated:    March 1999 – format changes on 2/1/02

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