What are the responsibilities and job description for the Street Maintenance Worker I position at City of Kirkwood?
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary responsibilities of the position include:
- Drive and operate all Street Department equipment including front end loader, backhoe, skid loader, tandem truck, bucket truck, dump trucks, salt spreaders, snow plows, pickup trucks, street sweeper, stump grinder, etc.
- Shovel, patch, move, lift, and sweep hot asphalt, cold asphalt, sawdust, sand, rock, concrete, dirt and other material in the repair of streets and sidewalks.
- Cut and rake grass using rakes, riding lawn mowers, power hedge trimmers, blowers, etc.
- Remove snow, ice, dead animals, and debris from properties, streets, and sidewalks.
- Operate pavement grinders, asphalt curb machines, paint machine, sign machine, post puller, and post remover.
- Climb ladders, lift, bend, reach, kneel, push weight of up to 40 pounds, pull weight of up to 70 pounds or more, grip, hold, carry, and lift up to 65 pounds or more.
REQUIREMENTS:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.
- Experience in street and sidewalk construction or maintenance.
- Experience operating trucks and heavy equipment.
- Willing and able to work overtime including evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor working environment. May encounter hazards from working in extreme weather conditions as well as exposure to hot material, hazardous material, dust, and other allergens. Exposure to constant and extreme noise.
STARTING SALARY: $46,000 - $50,000 per year plus excellent benefits.
To apply: Complete the electronic employment application located on the City website under "Jobs." OR: A paper application can be picked up at Kirkwood City Hall, 139 South Kirkwood Road, 63122 OR: call 314-984-6975 to have one e-mailed, mailed, or faxed to you. Return paper applications to: City of Kirkwood, Attn: Human Resources at the address listed above.
PERSONS REQUIRING AN ACCOMMODATION TO APPLY FOR A JOB OPENING SHOULD CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 314-822-5809.
THE CITY OF KIRKWOOD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY.
Salary : $46,000 - $50,000