Public Works Maintenance Worker

Overview

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The Town of Harrisburg is one of the fastest-growing communities in North Carolina and is considered one of the top ten affluent zip codes in the surrounding region. Growth has been exponential over the past ten years, and the Town maintains a community-based mindset with a customer excellence mantra where service to residents and businesses is the #1 priority.

The Town of Harrisburg currently has an employment opportunity in our Public Works Department for a Public Works Maintenance Worker. Employees perform semiskilled and unskilled manual work requiring operation of various small to medium maintenance equipment, collection of yard waste and bulk items within Town limits, snow removal, and repair/maintenance of the Town’s water and wastewater systems, streets, signage, and grounds (including right-of-ways, vacant lots and buildings).

Work may also involve preventative maintenance and minor repairs to assigned equipment. Employees assist crews in other tasks such as repairing water and sewer lines, patching asphalt, repairing concrete, small construction projects, stormwater system maintenance and installation and repair of street signs, etc. Employees must follow safety methods to avoid injury and enforce Town policies regarding yard waste loads, materials, and safe equipment use in tight locations and around traffic.

Employees are subject to hazards of maintenance work including working indoors/outdoors in extreme temperatures and exposure to hazards such as confined spaces, noise, oils, fumes, dusts, mists, moving parts, vibrations, and chemicals. Employees are subject to standby and call-out during assigned periods and are expected to respond to emergencies when they arise.

Graduation from high school or equivalent, with a minimum of 1 year of experience in solid waste collections, utilities or general construction; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid NC or SC Driver’s License with a safe driving record and obtain a NC or SC Class B Commercial Driver’s License before the six-month introductory period.

An excellent comprehensive benefits package and a desirable workplace where employees feel appreciated for their contributions. The salary range is $40,176 - $49,974 and the starting salary will depend on qualifications and prior experience. Please submit your resume, employment application, references, and salary requirements to resumes or at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

To apply, please submit the required materials as listed above. Referral information indicates referrals can increase interview chances.

Status:
Public Works Maintenance Worker position is listed under Town of Harrisburg, NC job postings.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Finance and Sales
• Industry: Government Administration