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Job Description
The Position
Is your mantra “Stay Ready So You Don't Have To Get Ready”? Well, seize the opportunity with the City of Hollywood. We can provide you with a pathway to employment through our temporary, on-call Labor Pool. This is a great opportunity if you’re new to the workforce, re-entering the workforce or looking to gain new skills or develop your skill set. As a member of our Labor Pool, you’ll learn more about our organization and mission first-hand, showcase your talent and serve the community. Apply Now! https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hollywoodfl .
JOB SUMMARY:
Must be available for temporary, on-call, non-remote, assignments of varying timeframes.
As a member of a temporary / on-call labor pool and under close supervision, performs a variety of manual labor, general, semi-skilled or skilled work in the maintenance of municipal property, repairs, construction, and sub-journey work in multiple trades. Operates a variety of common and specialized equipment to perform work. Work is physically demanding and incumbents are occasionally exposed to adverse weather conditions. Assignments and work methods are outlined in detail. Supervision is received through superiors who give general direction as to job requirements.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Collects trash and debris from city-maintained properties; loads vehicles with trash and debris; disposes of trash and debris.
- Cleans restrooms; provides minor maintenance to city-maintained facilities; performs minor landscaping to include, but is not limited to, trimming hedges, weeding, and planting.
- Removes sand and debris from city maintained properties walking areas and streets.
- Helps load and unload tools and equipment from delivery vehicles.
- Performs tasks related to the maintenance of City owned roads, facilities, beaches, and all areas within the rights-of-way as assigned.
- Assists in troubleshooting maintenance problems involving streets, sidewalks, and all areas within the rights-of-way.
- Performs construction work; may smooth and level surfaces of poured concrete, such as walks, sidewalks, and/or curbs using a variety of hand tools; aligns and places forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patches voids; and uses power tools to cut expansion joints and grind uneven edges.
- May be required to patch broken or eroded pavement and repair guard rails, and highway markers.
- Performs journeyman level tasks related to the maintenance of City owned roads, facilities, beaches, and all areas within the rights-of-way, as assigned in the trades of carpentry, painting, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC.
- Operates a variety of machinery, equipment and tools associated with the assignments and projects.
- Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition.
- Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of self, other employees, and individuals.
- Helps set up and remove Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) devices as directed.
- Works collaboratively and effectively with all members of the assigned crew to accomplish required working assignments and City projects.
- Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.
- Communicates with supervisors, other employees, other departments, and members of the public as needed, to coordinate work activities, review status of work and to exchange information.
- Performs related work as required for this position description only.
The Requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required:
Must be available for temporary, on-call, and non-remote assignments of varying timeframes.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent and six (6) months of manual labor, general maintenance, or construction experience.
Preferred:
One (1) year of manual labor, general maintenance and construction experience.
Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :- Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
- Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
- Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:- Knowledge of the use of common garden and construction tools.
- Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting supplies.
- Knowledge of tasks related to maintenance of streets, sidewalks, and all areas within the rights-of-way.
- Knowledge of building codes and accessibility requirements under the ADA.
- Knowledge of equipment and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, and all areas within the rights-of-way.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Ability to perform arduous manual labor in a variety of climatic conditions.
- Ability to lift 60 lbs. on a routine basis with or without help.
- Ability to understand and carry out simple oral instructions.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to follow safety practices and recognize hazards.
- Ability to use hand and power tools.
- Ability to follow instructions in written, verbal, diagrammatic or schedule form. Ability to understand and carry out simple verbal instructions.
- Ability to represent the City effectively and positively in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation/gender identity.
- Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, write, hear, speak and be required to exert at least 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. May require the use of fingers or hands to manipulate objects such as picking, gripping, or pressing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral, and depth perception. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work involves moderate to heavy physical activity in a primarily outdoor setting under all types of weather conditions with added exposure to insects, animals, chemicals and other hazards.
No benefits provided.
Closing Date/Time: 11/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Hollywood, FL
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The City of Hollywood is a beachfront community located in southeastern Broward County midway between Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Founded by Joseph Young in 1925, Hollywood is approximately 30 square miles in size and is Broward’s third-largest municipality with a population of roughly 153,000 residents. Hollywood has an average annual high temperature of 83 degrees and low temperature of 68 degrees.
Hollywood is home to more than 60 parks, seven golf courses, seven miles of pristine beaches, and the one-of-a-kind Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, a promenade that stretches nearly 2.5 miles along the Atlantic Ocean. Named one of America's Best Beach Boardwalks by Travel + Leisure magazine, this brick-paved thoroughfare hosts pedestrians, joggers, bicyclists, rollerbladers, and millions of others every year. Dozens of eateries and inns line the Broadwalk and the promenade also features the Hollywood Beach Theatre, a children’s water playground at Charnow Park, and many other attractions. Hollywood Beach also offers dozens of luxury resort hotels and condominiums such as the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, Hyde Resort & Residences and Hollywood Beach Marriott. In addition to many independently owned and operated boutique inns and vacation properties.
Hollywood is home to 32 public and charter elementary, middle, and high schools. Students take advantage of the wide range of award-winning magnet programs including S.T.E.M.; the Cambridge Advanced International Certificate (AICE); Communication and Broadcasting; Military Academy; Health and Wellness; Montessori; and several others. All public schools located within the City of Hollywood are operated by the School Board of Broward County. Hollywood also has 13 private schools and a number of career schools. Nationally renowned higher learning institutions such as Barry University, Nova Southeastern University, and City College have research and educational facilities in Hollywood.
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