The temporary wastewater grounds maintenance worker will perform unskilled to semi-skilled work in a variety of fields in the maintenance and upkeep of the grounds, buildings, fields and related facilities. The employee cuts grass, maintains fields, loads and unloads dirt, gravel, trash and other debris including the collection and disposal of refuse at the treatment plant. Duties also include operating vehicles and equipment in either a specific or a variety of maintenance, construction and/or utility tasks. The employee is under the supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor and the administrative supervision of the Director of the James R. Dilorio Wastewater Reclamation Facility. This is a non-exempt Temporary/Seasonal position limited to 1300 hours annually. The employee operates light duty vehicles, trucks, tractors, riding and push mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, rakes, shovels, sprayers, blowers, and other hand tools Cuts grass with mowers and weed eaters Operates a variety of hand tools and power equipment Loads and unloads dirt, gravel, and other debris Cleans, maintains and services equipment and tools Trims, prunes trees and hedges Assists in the adjustment, repair, replacement and installation of irrigation equipment Picks up trash in the treatment area and disposes of it properly Maintains and performs light repair work on equipment, and grounds operated by the treatment plant Cuts down and removes limbs, branches, and trees that have been damaged by adverse weather conditions and perform preventive maintenance Safely operates a motor vehicle for the purpose of driving to work locations and performing the essential functions of the position

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is characterized by the necessity for considerable physical exertion throughout the workday Performs heavy manual labor for extended periods under some unfavorable climatic conditions, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects weighing up to one hundred (50) pounds Most of the work is outdoors and can occasionally be in adverse weather conditions May have exposure to fumes and other noxious odors, machinery with moving parts and noise Knowledge of and the ability to operate maintenance equipment such as tractors, riding mowers, trailers, motorized vehicles, and other equipment Knowledge of and the ability to use common hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, etc. Some knowledge and/or the ability to learn about occupational hazards and safety precautions Ability to establish and maintain effective, harmonious, cooperative, and productive working relationships with other employees and the public Ability to learn to operate and maintain equipment used at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Ability to perform all job duties in a safe manner Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older. Must have a High School diploma or its G.E.D. equivalent Must have legal authorization to work in the United States of America Must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check A valid driver's license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This is a seasonal position .All required licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout the term of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain licenses and certifications may result in demotion or termination. Due to Federal and State Criminal Justice System access requirements, classifications that access and maintain criminal justice information may also be required, as a condition of employment, to not have been convicted of and/or have pending charges of a felony or misdemeanor crime that would deny or otherwise restrict access to criminal justice information. This requirement applies to all existing City employees as well as external candidates seeking to fill positions that meet the given criteria.

BENEFITS

The City of Pueblo offers a very rich benefits packet! Click on the "Benefits" hyperlink at the top of this (online) job posting to view a summary of the benefits associated with this position. For a more comprehensive view on the lush benefits offered by the City, please go to www.pueblo.us/benefits .