Public Works Laborer

City of Willard, Missouri Job Description Public Works General Labor:

Public Works Department General Purpose of Position Provides maintenance of city property and performs general labor for Street, Water, and Sewer Departments. Major Duties and Responsibilities Maintains City streets, greenways, trails, and rights-of-way Mows areas with tractor or by hand as scheduled. Brush hog areas as needed. Operates a weed eater along paths and trails as scheduled. Provides light maintenance of equipment as necessary. Sprays insecticide and weed killers. Assists in road maintenance. Picks up and disposes of trash. Assists with Water and Sewer Operations Performs meter reader activities and work assignments. Assists with monthly readings for residential, commercials and city meters. Deals with residents and animals in route as needed. Adds and removes services for moving residents and businesses. Assists in Installs of new meters. Reconnects utility service. Completes all necessary paperwork associated with replacements or repairs. Assists with Lift Station maintenance assignments as required. Assists with other Public Works functions as needed Installs new lines. Performs maintenance for main breaks . Assists with snow removal. Operates pump at lift station. Weekend and night on call rotation .Performs other duties as directed Job Context Status-Full-time FLSA Status-Non-Exempt Department-Public Works Immediate Supervisor(s)-Public Works Director Frequency of Supervision-Once or twice weekly; more often during winter Number of Supervised Employees-None Type of Work Schedule-Regular hours, year-round Frequency of Overtime-Occasionally, for snow removal and emergencies Frequency of Night Work-Occasionally, for snow removal and emergencies On Call Status-Always Percentage of Work Indoors-10% Percentage of Work Outdoors-90%, in all types of weather conditions Types of Accountabilities-Monetary, Safety, Legal Exposure to Chemicals / Hazardous Materials-On a regular basis Applicable Chemicals / Hazardous Materials

• -Cleaning supplies, muratic acids, pool chemicals, insecticides, herbicides, marble dust, gasoline, oil, vehicle exhaust, flood water, human waste.
• Exposure to chemicals / hazardous materials may not be limited to this list.
• Average Stress Level-Below average, varies with activities Physical Work Associated with This Position
• -Lifting, climbing, raking, shoveling, bending, walk for long periods of time, carrying equipment, pulling and pushing.
• These are the most common types of physical work associated with this position; however, this list is not considered to be exhaustive.

Education and Experience The person in this position must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Prefer two years of experience in landscaping, public works or a related field. An equivalent combination of education or experience will be considered. Licenses and Certifications A valid Missouri driver's license is required. A commercial license is preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities-Knowledge preferred with any combination of skills.

• Basic plumbing principles,
• Principles of public works operations.
• Safety recognition.
• Procedures to maintain vehicles and equipment.
• General equipment operation.
• Basic understanding of hand tools and small machinery.
• Minor mechanical repairs on the truck and other machinery.
• Basic measurement principles.
• Basic construction methods and practices.
• General maintenance practices.
• Proper grammar and the use of English in speaking and writing.
• OSHA standards and regulations concerning employee safety.
• Federal and state statues concerning the work of the department.
• Mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, division and multiplication. Skills and Abilities
• Usage of power tools or small machinery.
• Apply basic plumbing principles.
• Basic construction skills as they apply to water and sewer maintenance.
• Capable for walking for long periods of time over lengthy distances.
• Ability to make judgments concerning job tasks.
• Good defensive driving skills.
• Ability to follow orders.
• Use tools and small machinery.
• Operate and maintain light equipment.
• Good physical strength.
• Deal with others in a professional manner.
• Maintain professional composure in heated situations.
• Follow departmental and city policies and procedures.
• Prioritize daily workflow.
• Work as a team member with other employees.
• Meet specified or required deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with other City employees, both oral and written.
• Work autonomously when necessary.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.50 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Ability to

Relocate:

Willard, MO 65781: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person