PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Job description statements are: intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title; not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required; and subject to change, as approved by the City Manager.

Job Summary:

Employees in this class are under close supervision. Work performed involves maintenance tasks of an unskilled or semi-skilled nature.

Examples of work performed: works as member of a concrete crew; loads and unloads gravel; concrete maintenance; pours and finishes concrete; carpentry work for concrete form construction; operates tools and equipment such as chain saw and concrete saw; cleans and maintains equipment and tools; directs traffic at work sites. Performs related work as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of the materials and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions

Knowledge of the operation and minor maintenance of light vehicles and equipment

Ability to carry out simple oral instructions

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and co-workers

Ability to pour and finish concrete

Qualifications:

The required knowledge, skill, and abilities to satisfactorily perform job duties are normally acquired through attainment of a High School diploma or general education degree (GED) plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Tennessee Driver's license; CDL preferred.

Essential Functions:

Work requires employee to use a variety of hand tools, power tools, equipment, and motor vehicles to move and lift objects and material that frequently weighs up to fifty (50) pounds and occasionally up to one hundred (100) pounds. Employee must be able to position himself to work in close spaces. Employee must be able to communicate with others to complete certain tasks. Performance of the essential duties of this job requires the ability to work in all weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts. Work environment is frequently loud (earth moving equipment) or very loud (jackhammer).

Full Time Benefits Summary:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary Benefits
Pension and 401k Retirement Savings
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick time

City of Cookeville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (931) 520-5289.

Successful applicants must pass a limited background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen.