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Village of South Amherst
Public Works Operator
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What they do
A Waste or Recycling Worker collects, recycles, processes or treats waste in a city or community. Works in a recycling plant, wastewater treatment facility, or landfill. Collects refuse from commercial and/or residential locations. Does not drive the vehicle used to collect/transport refuse.
$38,579 / year median in Ohio
+13% projected growth
Job Description
General Description Performs a variety of village maintenance activities involving manual labor and equipment operations in one or more public works/public utilities areas. Performs semi-skilled work requiring some training and experience. The position is supervised by the Village Administrator or authorized representative and requires some independent judgment. Equipment to be used and job location Pick-up truck, dump truck, lawnmowers, chainsaw, weed eater, chemical sprayers, blowers, hand tools, shovels, rakes, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, sweeper, backhoe, asphalt roller, sprayer, and woodchipper. This position is based at the village garage and performs duties on village property, right-of-ways, and the village park. Physical demands Involves frequent walking or standing Some lifting and carrying of objects weighing 20-50 pounds, with occasional lifting of items weighing 100 pounds Bending or stooping Working in confined spaces Frequent operation of vehicles, shop, or hand tools requiring manipulative skills and hand eye coordination Position requires working under adverse weather conditions Qualifications Completion of a standard high school course Experience in performing heavy manual labor preferred Experience in the operation of ground maintenance, equipment, plant pest & disease diagnosis, and treatment General knowledge of maintenance tasks Good physical strength and stamina are required, and willingness and ability to work under varying climate conditions Must be able to understand and follow oral instructions and write Must possess or obtain appropriate licensing requirements as required Possession of valid