What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works and Water Department Laborer position at Borough of Baden?
The Borough of Baden is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our Public Works Department as a Full-Time Laborer. This position performs a variety of routine and complex tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of Borough-owned infrastructure and facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Road & Infrastructure: Perform road maintenance and repair of storm/sanitary sewer, fire hydrants and waterlines.
- Winter Maintenance: Operate snowplows and salt spreaders to maintain safe road conditions during inclement weather.
- Groundskeeping: Maintain Borough parks and public properties, including mowing, tree trimming, wood chipping, and landscaping.
- Equipment Operation: Safely operate various vehicles and tools, such as dump trucks, backhoes, mowers, street sweeper, jackhammers, and wood chipper.
- Water Meters: Read water meters quarterly; Install and repair water meters as needed.
- Computer Knowledge: Essential computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- DEP Water Certification: Required to obtain the PA Water Operators Certification within 3 years of hire date
- Work Hours: Monday through Friday 8AM to 4PM with overtime as required for snow removal or waterline breaks.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Licensing: Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License.
- Physical Ability: Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods in all weather conditions, including lifting at least 80 lbs. and walking throughout the town for quarterly water meter readings.
- Background: Ability to pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and pre-employment physical and drug screening.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting Wage: $25.36 per hour with $1 per hour incremental yearly increase for five years, additional $1 per hour for DEP water certifications. Additional $16 per hour for sewage authority work.
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement: Enrollment in the Borough pension plan.
- Paid Time Off: Includes paid vacation, sick leave, personal time and holidays.
Pay: From $25.36 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $25