Street Laborer

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JOB

  • The entire range of pay for this position is posted. Typical starting pay will be at the beginning of the range, depending on qualifications.*Primary PurposeAssist in general repair and maintenance of City streets, waterways, grounds, and other property as assigned.SupervisionUnder the direct supervision of the Street Superintendent.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Works as a member of a crew to repair, clean, and/or maintain city streets and/or property.Picks up trash, rocks, leaves, limbs, debris, and concrete blocks and loads into containers or dump trucks for removal.Sprays or hand-paints guard rails, drainage grates, buildings, or equipment as required.Assists in building concrete forms and placing concrete or asphalt for construction projects as required.Maintains simple records, logs, etc., as required.Reads and applies instructions and labels for product and equipment operation.Utilizes appropriate safety equipment and procedures.Maintains facilities and work area as needed.Utilizes and applies chemicals such as insecticides, fertilizers, root control chemicals, etc., as necessary.Installs and repairs street signs.Services and makes minor repairs to assigned equipment.Maintains equipment and tools through proper care and maintenance.Performs other duties as assigned. Important DutiesAttends in-service training sessions or other training sessions deemed appropriate by supervisor or department head.Maintains a neat and orderly work area.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical DemandsPerforms bending, squatting, crawling, twisting, kneeling, and reaching to ground level and overhead; Must be able to reach, grip and hold; Must be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; Must be able to lift 30 pounds above their head; Must be able to push, pull and carry 80 pounds. Work EnvironmentBoth indoor and outdoor working environments with exposure to dust and pollen, toxic fumes, chemicals or smoke, contagious diseases, electrical and mechanical hazards associated with equipment, extreme noise; Subject to variety of extreme weather condition; Susceptible to safety hazards associated with working in and around high traffic volume; Works in confined places and awkward positions.Selection GuidelinesFormal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, reference check and job-related tests may be required.The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.THE CITY OF REPUBLIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to diversity and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.”Meet” our current Leadership Team by clicking here!


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