Job Description

DESCRIPTIVE STATEMENT:

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This is a non-exempt, temporary, part-time position, limited to 1,300 hours annually. Under the supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director and the immediate supervisor, the employee assists in the successful operation of the Team Up for Clean Up Trash Removal Program. In addition, the employee may perform unskilled and semi-skilled work; cleanup and disposal of trash, debris, and refuse in assigned areas. Duties also include operating vehicles and equipment in either specific or a variety of maintenance and/or utility tasks.


This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assists with the City's Trash Removal Program operations which includes picking up, bagging trash, debris, and refuse Loads and disposes of trash, debris, and refuse Safely operates light duty vehicles, trucks, and trailers for driving to work locations Safely operates a variety of hand tools such as rakes and shovels Cleans, maintains, and services equipment and tools Performs duties and special projects as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The individual must meet and maintain the job-essential physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation, which include, but are not limited to:Lifting and carrying moderate to heavy weight (up to 96 pounds), Driving motor vehicles. Considerable walking and standing, as well as other activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, kneeling, leaning, sitting, stooping, crouching, pushing, pulling, and climbing Frequent hand/foot/eye coordination for operation of tools, equipment, and vehicles Far and near visual acuity to read manuals, record data, monitor/observe instruments, and gauges, and to safely operate equipment/vehicle and adequately perform maintenance operations Ability to hear verbal instructions and warning signals and for troubleshooting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

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The position requires the skill and ability to:



Work independently, in the absence of direct supervisor Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work Familiarity with Pueblo City Streets, locations, and landmarks and a demonstrated ability to distinguish cardinal directions Ability to follow City policies and regulations Ability to work flexible hours and perform occasional overtime with some weekend work required Ability to perform all job duties in a safe manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above, the position requires:

Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the application A high school diploma or GED

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This position involves outdoor work with exposure to all weather conditions, noise, fumes, and dust. The work may also be performed around water, electrical currents, traffic, and other potentially hazardous conditions.



If selected to drive as part of the job duties, the following will be a requirement of the position: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
Selected candidates must submit to and pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen


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.

Benefits Package for Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Because of its reduced schedule, temporary and seasonal employment with the City gives you the time to maintain a quality work/life balance and offers the following benefits:

As a PERA member you contribute a percentage of every check to PERA in exchange for a lifetime defined benefit, or pension.

City of Pueblo Temporary and Seasonal Employee Sick Leave Benefits

Beginning January 1, 2021, all employers in Colorado are required to provide paid sick leave to employees under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act ("HFWA"). Said leave is accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours.

Per the Act, leave may be used for any of the following reasons:

The employee has a mental or physical illness, injury, or health condition; needs a medical diagnosis, care, or treatment related to such illness, injury, or condition; or needs to obtain preventive medical care. The employee needs to care for a family member who has a mental or physical illness, injury, or health condition; needs a medical diagnosis, care, or treatment related to such illness, injury, or condition; or needs to obtain preventive medical care. The employee or family member has been the victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or harassment and needs to be absent from work for purposes related to such crime; or A public official has ordered the closure of the school or place of care of the employee's child or of the employee's place of business due to a public health emergency, necessitating the employee's absence from work.


Consistent with the HWFA, part-time temporary and seasonal employees of the City shall not carry forward more than forty-eight (48) hours of unused sick leave from one year to the next.

Pueblo Municipal Code 6-6-5.5, 6-6-5 and 6-6-6







City employment as a temporary or seasonal employee means that the most you can expect to work is 1300 hours in a calendar year. Depending on the work schedule required by the hiring department, this means more time to spend with your family and/or doing other activities.