The City of Fairview Heights Public Works Department is hiring a full time Streets Laborer. The starting hourly wage is $32.11. Please submit applications to hr@cofh.org. Applications can be found at www.cofh.org. Streets Laborer Local 148 SUMMARY

OF POSITION

Position includes all related labor and equipment operation involved in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the city streets in order to provide a safe and non-obstructed traffic flow.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

(Essential functions include the following and the Physical Requirements listed below) Street maintenance including oiling and chipping, asphalt, concrete paving, other construction and repairs Installation and repairs of storm sewers Maintain City right-of-ways to include grass and weed cutting, tree and limb removal, clearing ditches of leaves and debris Sweeping of streets Snow removal from streets Storm damage removal and clearing of streets Bulk trash removal Installation and repair of street signs Grading and other construction work related to street maintenance Subject to 24 hour call out Other tasks that may be assigned by supervisor

BASIC JOB QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent Class A-CDL Drivers License preferred or the ability to obtain in six (6) months Six months experience in construction related activities Driving record acceptable to the City

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES REQUIRED

Verbal communication skills Manual dexterity abilities Driving and equipment operations skills Ability to understand and follow directions Knowledge of street locations Ability to operate various types of equipment for street maintenance

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is normally those encountered by outside weather conditions. It consists of manual labor such as lifting and shoveling. The employee may be exposed to paint, calcium chloride, asphalt, concrete and other chemicals. The employee also may be asked to work weekends and evenings.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to crawl into small areas, walk through mud, snow and water Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis Ability to lift overhead, bend at the waist, crouch and squat The City of Fairview Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V