Job Description

Public Works Employee

Qualifications: Commercial applicator license in spraying of Ground Core, Right of Way, Ornamental Turf, to be obtained within 6 months. Also, Class B CDL to be obtained within 3 months.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand tools and operate controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and work in confined spaces.

2. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds or more.

Job duties include but not limited to:

Operates a variety of material-moving equipment used in the maintenance and repair of City utilities and services, requiring hand and eye coordination to operate levers, joysticks, pedals, etc. Uses operating skills, learned safe practices and awareness of the area surrounding the unit of equipment to avoid injury or damage to persons or property. Use spotters, flaggers or helpers as needed to maintain a safe working environment. Inspects equipment prior and after use in order to identify needed maintenance or repairs, and reports repair needs to appropriate personnel for scheduling repairs. Ensures that equipment is properly fueled, and lubricants are at appropriate levels and tires are properly inflated. Observes and listens to equipment during use to identify malfunctions or parts in need of replacement and shuts down equipment when necessary to prevent further equipment damage or when continued operation creates a safety risk. Washes equipment regularly and cleans the operator area. Performs daily pre-trip inspections. Works safely, follows safe work practices, and identifies and reports unsafe work conditions. Reads water meters, performs water turn on/off for non-payment, locates stop boxes, converts meters, and performs service calls. Performs state and federal mandated water testing and reporting. Performs repairs to water distribution system. Operates and repair hydrants. Operates and maintain water towers. Performs the basic functions of our SCADA system. Performs snow removal operations. Performs street paving and maintenance operations. Performs maintenance and repair city storm sewers. Repair and install street signage. Performs mowing operations. Performs investigations and repairs to sink holes. Performs inspections and maintenance on city wastewater system. Performs state and federal mandated sewage testing and reporting. Operates and repair of sanitary lift stations. Performs maintenance on city buildings and grounds. Performs maintenance and repairs on city equipment. Performs other duties as required or assigned.
-Public Works Hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Friday
-MUST BE ABLE TO TAKE ON-CALL TIME.
-Job posting closes: Open until filled

Please include a cover letter, resume, and job application. Job application can be found at the cityoflincolnnd.com website (under departments tab, careers, and application.)

-Work is accomplished through delegation by Public Works Director or Supervisor and expected compliance with established policies. Performance is evaluated through direct observation, review of assigned work or projects, department managers, co-workers and compliance with established policies and procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.50 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Schedule:

8-hour shift Monday to Friday On call
Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)
Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.50 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location: In person