Job Description
To be knowledgeable with all aspects of the department by performing a variety of manual labor tasks associated with public works maintenance activities in a skilled and safe manner, including operation of light maintenance equipment and occasional operation of heavy equipment. Position assists with watermain repairs, well house maintenance, hydrant flushing, gate valve exercising, jetting sewer duties to maintain and clean wastewater collection lines. Requires ability to obtain a Class "D" Water Operators License and a Class "S-D" Sewer Collection System Operators License within two years of hire date. Additional Information
JOB DUTIES OR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential function of the position include, but are not limited to the following:
Utility
Assist in jetting sewer duties to maintain and clean wastewater collection lines.
Assist in the checking of storm sewers
Assist in repairing catch basins and raising manholes
Assist with watermain repairs, well house maintenance, hydrant flushing, gate valve exercising, meter reading and installation.
Assist with locating utility distribution piping, valves, hydrant, curb stops and manholes.
May occasionally operate trucks and power-operated equipment such as jet vactor, electric motors, pumps, miscellaneous hand and power tools, carpentry, painting, plumbing and cement finishing work; tamper, compressors, generators, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, televising equipment, mobile radio and phone.
On- call rotation carry cell phone after hours for emergence response.
Streets
Assist in patching of streets
Assist in striping and sign installation
Daily trash pickup
Inspect trees and assist in the removal of trees in public areas
Operate and maintain equipment involved in street works maintenance, snow and ice removal, repair and construction activities including, but not limited to; one-ton dump trucks, pickups, tar kettle, roller, mowers, skid loaders, small front-end loaders (under 30 hp), chain saw, electric motors, pumps, miscellaneous hand and power tools, carpentry, painting, plumbing and cement finishing work; tamper, compressors, sanders, generators, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio and phone.
Occasional operation of equipment such as dump truck, loader, plow truck, grader, backhoe, bucket truck or similar equipment.
Parks
Plow and remove snow from ice rinks, sidewalks, trails, parking lots and other areas of parks and city property.
Flood and sweep ice rinks
Seed, fertilize and otherwise care for vegetation in parks and open spaces.
Mow and trim grass, and trims prune and remove trees, shrubs and other vegetation in and around parks boulevards and open spaces.
Assist in landscaping, maintenance, and construction of athletic fields and public facilities
Daily trash pickup
Operate light equipment including lawn and landscaping equipment, aerator, edgers, riding mowers, weed trimmers, one-ton dump trucks, pickups, power hand tools, sprinklers, irrigation systems, roller, push mowers, skid loaders, small front-end loaders and similar equipment.
Overall
Perform semi-skilled work in all areas of public works under direct supervision.
Assist in routine and strenuous manual labor including lifting and digging.
Assist in the servicing and maintaining of a variety of tools and equipment.
Under supervision, operate in a safe and efficient manner light equipment engaged in public works (parks, streets and utility maintenance).
Performs other work as assigned or apparent.
Must be able to work weekends and respond to emergencies on nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
Experience
Three (3) years of experience in park maintenance, street maintenance, utilities maintenance, or related field.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
Knowledgeable in all areas of the described "Essential Functions".
Knowledge of the operating characteristics of assigned equipment.
Ability to read and understand written and oral directions, safety rules, operating manuals, material safety data sheets, etc.
Knowledge of applicable traffic laws, ordinance and regulations involved in the operation of assigned equipment.
Knowledge of maintenance requirements of assigned equipment.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to make minor operating adjustments and to recognize operating deficiencies in assigned equipment.
Ability to perform strenuous work under varying conditions.
Special Requirements
Ability to obtain a Class "D" Water Operators License as determined by the rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Health within two (2) years of being hired.
Ability to obtain a Class "S-D" Sewer Collection System Operators License as determined by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency within two years of being hired.
Complexity
Processes, procedures, or software vary from one assignment to the next, although assignments are related in function and objective.
Responsibility
Supervision Needed: This position either (a) carries out work with minimal supervision (i.e., the supervisor sets only goals, priorities, and deadlines; and the employee uses guidelines that cover most situations), or (b) follows the supervisor's directions on methods and desired results but modifies methods to resolve unforeseen situations and problems.
Supervision Given: Moderate coordination of work with other individuals (Non-Supervisory).
Impact: Work affects the overall efficiency and image of the organization.
REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORK CONDITIONS
The physical demands and work conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hazards: While performing the duties of this job, this position:
Strenuous - Frequently runs or Climbs over 50 steps, and/or Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Surroundings: High Risk - Exposure to extreme heat or cold, and/or working at unguarded heights, and/or exposed to infectious diseases, and/or work around prisoners or mental patients, and/or work around or handle weapons, and/or defending from bodily harm, and/or exposure to smoke and fire.