City of Kimberly Public Works Operator and Technician

City of Kimberly

Department: Public Works Class Title: Public Works Operator, Water Distribution and Wastewater Collections Operator and Public Works Agent

Classification: Full Time (40)-hours – Five (8)-hour shifts (8 am – 5 pm) Monday through Friday (Non-Exempt-OT Compensation as Needed)

Salary compensation for this position shall be based upon experience, skills, certification and ability to perform the necessary job duties. Salary Range $26.50 - 27.20 / hour

General Statement of Duties:

This position is responsible for operation, construction and maintenance of City of Kimberly public water supply facilities, wastewater collection facilities and city-maintained pressure irrigation supply systems. This position will be responsible for maintaining City of Kimberly city park amenities, equipment and landscaping. Routine city street maintenance including street cleaning, street repair, sign placement; street construction and traffic control must be performed as needed. This position is responsible for maintenance of city infrastructure, performing basic automotive maintenance tasks and other duties as assigned by the Public Works Supervisor Assistant.

Supervision Received:

This position will work directly under the Public Works Supervisor Assistant.

Examples of Work (Illustrative Only): Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Operate, maintain and identify public water supply facilities and extend city services when prompted.

· Water Distribution Class One license is required.

· Operate, maintain and identify wastewater collection facilities and extend city services when prompted. Maintain and service RV dump station.

· Wastewater Collection Class One license is required.

· Class B commercial driver’s license with Tanker and Air brake endorsements is required.

· Operate and maintain city owned surface water pressure irrigation facilities.

· Maintain city residential and collector street systems, sidewalks, curb and gutter features.

· Utilize snowplow equipment during the winter to clear road systems and sand icy road surfaces as needed to ensure safe driving conditions.

· Install and maintain street signs, traffic control and barricades. Flagging and traffic control assistance must be performed when needed. Locate and identify public utility locations when prompted.

· Maintain city park equipment, grounds (including but not limited to mowing, trimming and weed control), landscaping (including but not limited to pruning and weed control) and amenities and install supplemental features when prompted. Maintain grounds (including but not limited to weed control) adjacent to street signage, city common areas and city owned structures, including city hall, library, dog kennel area and RV dump station.

· Perform basic automotive maintenance; maintain city owned structures, including HEPA filter changeouts.

· Perform basic electrical service, including but not limited to changing bulbs, replacing ballasts, replacing lighting fixtures, transducer change-outs and power outlet replacements.

· Perform basic carpentry, concrete placement and road patch work functions as needed.

· Week long “On Call” Duty in a rotating schedule. Must respond to public service requests, emergencies and monitor operation 24/7 while on call.

· “On Call” employee is responsible for monitoring dog kennel and ensuring dogs have sufficient water, food and a suitable environment on weekends, holidays and perform dog capture duties when code enforcement officer is unavailable.

· Other public works duties as requested or assigned.

Professionalism & Communication

· Proper and respectful communication with the Public Works Supervisor Assistant and cross-functional team members

· Maintain a professional, positive and courteous demeanor at all times

· Provide timely, respectful and thorough customer service

· Maintain a proper professional image and generate a positive public image

· All other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Acquire knowledge and certification necessary to operate and maintain water, wastewater and pressure irrigation facilities.

· Able to use people skills to motivate teammates and apply organizational and operational practices for the public works department.

· Able to apply City policies and procedures.

· Able to work individually and within a team setting.

· Able to work safely. Utilize lock-out/tag-out; Cognitive of confined space entry protocols and the use of the appropriate level of personal protective gear.

Special Qualifications

· Must possess or obtain a valid State of Idaho driver’s license without record of suspension or revocation in any state.

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Essential Physical Abilities

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 90 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job, include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Eye protection is required when working with caustics, hot or electrified hazards.

· The noise level in the work environment will range from quiet to loud. Ear protection is required when noise levels exceed 80 decibels.

· There are situations on the job when an air respirator is necessary to safely perform job functions. A suitable air respirator mask fit test must be acquired within six months of starting employment. An air respirator mask may need to be worn at any time for perform day-to-day maintenance functions. Fit Test and Respirator Use during maintenance activities may require facial hair removal.

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

New employees are subject to the standard probationary period, which is three months.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Employee acknowledgement of receiving this job description:

Employee: ___________________________ Date: _________________________

PW Supervisor: ________________________ Date: _________________________

PW Supervisor Assistant:_________________ Date: _________________________

PW Director: __________________________ Date: _________________________

Pay: $26.50 - $27.20 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $27