What are the responsibilities and job description for the Municipal Highway Worker position at City of Lewiston?
Accepting applicants for HIGHWAY WORKER with the City’s Public Works Department. Applications are available from the Human Resources Department or online at www.lewistonmaine.gov.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Department: Public Works
Division: Highway
Barg. Unit: AFSCME- Public Works Unit
Status: Full-Time 40 hours/week
Grade: 3/4 [$21.88 - $25.85/hour]
Depending on license/experience.
SUMMARY: The Highway Worker performs a wide variety of maintenance and construction tasks, operates trucks and other related equipment as needed for necessary roadway repairs and projects.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent GED, plus three (3) years experience in heavy construction. Must have a valid State of Maine Class C driver’s license. Must obtain Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within first six (6) months of employment. Background in winter operations, including plowing, sanding, equipment upkeep/maintenance, open space maintenance, turf and game lining and set-up, pool and water element maintenance and related operations is ideal.
WORK ACTIVITIES: Perform a variety of street, drainage, parking lot and sidewalk maintenance and construction projects. Mark and paint crosswalks, stop lines, and other traffic control markings. Set up routine and emergency traffic control signage displaying working knowledge of Dig-Safe laws, MDOT and MUTCD requirements and other safety regulations. Must be able to complete accurate records of time and materials used. May perform construction and paving inspections. May, at times, act as a crew leader for various street and sidewalk maintenance operations. Participate in lawn repair, loam work, and winter operations such as snowplowing and snow removal. May perform carpentry and/or masonry work. Will take part in ongoing training regarding equipment skills and other operations. Participate in City-wide event set up and tear down. Install and remove holiday lighting/decorations. Interact with public in a courteous and tactful manner. Must be available for emergency operations and overtime, as required. Able to follow oral and written instruction, and perform other duties as assigned.
Submit City of Lewiston Employment Application with complete resume via email, fax, or in person directly to the Department of Human Resources, City Hall 27 Pine Street Lewiston, ME 04240. Additional Human Resources contact information for email and fax submissions is available at lewistonmaine.gov > Human Resources > Terri-Lynn Bechard
Applications reviewed as received. Only interviewed candidates will be notified. Prospective candidates MUST submit all required documents at time of application.Incomplete position inquiries, including those without accurate contact information, will be rejected.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.88 - $25.85 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Union benefits
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Hourly pay
- Overtime pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
- Year round work
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $26
