What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works Street Maintenance Worker (Convenience Center) position at City of Hopewell?
Performs entry-level labor or support work for an assigned unit such as Sewer, Ditch, Traffic, Asphalt, Refuse, etc.
- Opens the gate and greets the landfill users.
- Inspects yard waste and non-hazardous debris loads for type, content and size, assesses the appropriate charge and collects the money.
- Assist with directing the landfill users as to where to dump items and assists them with off-loading or mulch loading.
- Assist with maintaining the closed landfill by cutting grass, brush and weed eating
- Performs other labor work as needed such as:
- Picking up trash/refuse
- Maintaining street lines and signs, closing roads to protect coworkers engaged in hazardous situations
- Pouring concrete to create pieces such as curb gutters, sidewalks, etc.
- Clearing sidewalks, ditches or cutting grass
- Assists other crews as needed.
- May be required to work outside normal work hours in on-call and emergency situations.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Ability to read, write and understand oral/written instructions in English and minimal experience required (less than 6 months). High school diploma preferred.
Licenses and/or Certifications:
- Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- May require possession of or ability to obtain specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental assignment.
- Obtain Virginia commercial driver’s license within six months of hire.
- Obtain VDOT Flagger certification within six months of hire.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of hand and power equipment used in assigned unit
Skills:
- Skill in operating equipment assigned to each unit
Abilities:
- Ability to do medium to heavy manual work outdoors for long periods of time
Other requirements:
- Ability to be on call during emergencies and to work on rotating shifts during snow and natural emergencies
- This position requires availability to work on Saturdays.
Work Environment:
- Worker is exposed to outdoor weather conditions, traffic conditions, extreme noise, odors, heights or depths, dust and/or to potentially dangerous materials.
- Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.
- Typical weight handled: up to 75lbs
Salary : $30,781
