The City of Louisville Civil Service Commission will conduct an open competitive written examination for the purpose of establishing an eligibility list for the position of full-time Service Operator in the Public Works Department for the City of Louisville on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Civil Service applications and more information is available on the City website at www.louisvilleohio.gov or Louisville City Hall. Deadline to submit Civil Service application and required documents is September 2, 2026 by 4:00 p.m.

Position Functions:

Performs heavy manual labor digging ditches, cleaning and installing culverts; cutting brush; removing obstacles from roadways and adjacent areas; loads and unloads all types of materials; performs manual work connected with patching and repairing roadways; sands slippery or oily road surfaces; installs and repairs guardrails, fences, sign posts, and other materials as necessary; lays bricks; sets pipe, catch basins, manholes, and hydrants; lays water taps; performs all types of work related to streets, parks, sewer and water lines; other duties as required.

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of operation and maintenance of construction and road maintenance equipment; knowledge of state laws regarding the operation of motor vehicles and equipment on roads and highways; ability to perform specialized work and heavy manual labor.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least eighteen years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent. Minimum lifting/physical exertion requirement of 50 pounds. Must possess a valid Ohio Commercial driver's license (CDL) or be able to obtain within 6 months of employment.