PUBLIC WORKS SEWER & WATER LABORER

Job Applications and full job description can be found at www.VillageOfFairchild.com

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Director of Public Works or designee, this position is responsible for performing a variety of unskilled and skilled manual labor and equipment operator tasks associated with maintaining streets, buildings, grounds, parks, sanitary sewer, water utilities, and storm sewers in all weather conditions and at all times of the day and night. In addition, individuals will perform maintenance, repair and inspection of the wastewater collection system’s gravity mains, force mains, manholes, pumps and metering stations. Individual will perform task in the care and maintenance of Village parks, grounds, as well as operate trucks, other automotive and heavy equipment, and any other duties as assigned. The Village crew is small and all workers are expected to do a variety of tasks as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Work is generally performed outdoors year-round in varying weather and environmental conditions
• Work sites may be dusty, noisy and on occasion, hazardous. Job duties require a considerable amount of physical activity, including walking, standing, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching, climbing, digging, and scooping with a shovel, raking, and shoveling snow
• Incumbents must have the ability to transport themselves to and from work sites and lift 30 pounds frequently and repeatedly and lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and as needed
• Must have sufficient stamina to engage in such activities for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to work from a ladder at heights greater than four (4) feet and ability to work from a lift more than 20 feet
• Respond to weather and other related emergencies for snow and ice removal, flooding, utility issues, tree debris removal, accident cleanup and other issues in any and all-weather conditions
• Grass cutting, trim, plant, remove trees, tree & brush control
• Perform construction projects such as rebuilding and installing manholes, storm sewer inlets, concrete work, building maintenance and improvement, and other facilities and amenities
• Work in trenches and above ground
• Snow plowing and snow removal, hauls and applies sand/salt/brine
• Collection of refuse, rubbish, scrap, and recycling materials
• Clean and maintain park equipment, structures, playgrounds and other amenities
• Maintain daily operations and maintenance logs
• General facility housekeeping such as cleaning floors, windows, painting, lawn care, snow removal, parks maintenance, bathrooms, etc.
• Perform preventative and/or corrective maintenance on all Public Works, Wastewater and Water Utilities – structures, equipment, buildings/grounds, street work, patching, etc.
• Hang banners and decorations
• Perform vehicle and equipment maintenance on Village fleet
• Assist with election setup and takedown

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge or Skills in:

• Hazards inherent to sewer maintenance work and required safety measures
• Public water supply and distribution systems; maintenance, compliance, and repair
• Public sanitary sewage collection systems, maintenance, compliance, and repair
• Equipment operation and machinery maintenance
• Operation of large equipment including dump truck, large snowplow truck, end loader, large tractor, backhoe, zero turn lawn mower, street sweeper, etc.
• Operation of small equipment and hand tools including carpentry tools, power saws, chain saws, welder, pneumatic tools, mechanics tools, etc.
• Techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in maintenance and improvement of street repair, equipment, and general property and grounds maintenance
• Towing and backing up of trailers
• Snow plowing operations

Ability to:

• Perform basic preventative maintenance for equipment, such as making simple mechanical adjustments, replacing minor parts, and lubricating equipment
• Perform simple mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) to calculate quantities, times, distances, weights and measures
• Read, comprehend and interpret written material in the English language such as operation manuals and Material Safety Data Sheets
• Communicate orally with co-workers and the general public in one-to-one setting
• Work cooperatively with other Village employees and the general public
• Continually strives to improve operations through preventative maintenance of equipment and vehicles, maintaining safe operations, and implementing new practices and procedures
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A valid Wisconsin Driver’s License with a Class B CDL endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Certification or ability to obtain certification as Wisconsin DNR Grade 1 Waterworks Operator Certification with subclasses Groundwater and Distribution within 18 months
• Certification or ability to obtain certification as Wisconsin DNR Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator with subclasses Biological Treatment Ponds, Lagoons & Natural Systems and Sanitary Sewage Collection System certification within 18 months
• A background check will follow all conditional offers of employment along with periodical drug screenings
• Be available for overtime work or emergency calls
• Attend specialized annual training, seminars and conferences necessary to maintain knowledge to effectively operate and maintain Village Water and Sewer systems

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The Village of Fairchild offers 100% employer paid health, dental, eye and prescription insurance, short term disability, WRS retirement, holiday pay and a generous vacation and sick leave policy. The hourly starting rate of pay is between $19.20 to 21.10, depending upon certifications, qualification and experience.

Pay: $19.20 - $21.10 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21