Service Worker

Service Worker

The Service Worker position is an intermediate skilled position within the Department of Public Works. This position performs maintenance, repair, and construction tasks. All applicants shall demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Village Public Works operations and experience in the performance of Public Works tasks. The Service Worker shall be capable of working in emergencies or long work assignments as the need arises.

Work hours are typically 6:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the possibility of off-hour overtime or compensatory time.

Starting wage is $27.36 and after 6-month probationary period wage increases to $28.18. 6-year Service Worker Pay Plan:

• Hire - $27.36
• 6-Month Probationary Period - $28.18
• Year 1 (Date of Hire) - $29.59
• Year 2 (Calendar) - $30.77
• Year 3 - $31.69
• Year 4 - $32.64
• Year 5 - $33.62
• Year 6 – $34.46

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Brush chipping, leaf collection, and special collection of yard waste
• Ice/snow control, salting, and snow plowing
• Lawn care maintenance including tree pruning, grass cutting, and shrub and flowerbed maintenance
• Sewer and water maintenance/repair by performing service shut off, excavation, watermain work, and pipe cleaning; repair/replacement of water pipes, sewer pipes, and hydrants
• Street and sidewalk maintenance by excavating, filling, moving debris, and using hot/cold asphalt
• Replacement of street light bulbs, poles (excluding wiring) and traffic signalization bulbs
• Perform masonry work; concrete mixing and form placement; finishes concrete
• Underground wire location for splicing and other electrical work for street lights, signs, traffic meters, and bulb and screen replacement
• Installation of water and sewer main fittings/fixtures in underground situations
• Water meter repair and replacement
• Installation and construction of equipment, tents and materials for civic events
• Repair, replacement, and installation of parking meters, lighting, traffic controls, and street signs
• Repair and set-up of voting facilities and equipment
• Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects involving excavation, hauling, and pavement repair
• Perform new construction and carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical work
• Operation and record keeping of periodic street sweeping
• Collection of solid waste and recycling materials curbside with automated equipment
• Ability to use maps, electronic locating devices, and electronic records to locate and mark underground Village facilities during normal or emergency situations
• Other duties as assigned

Desired

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to understand and execute written and oral instruction
• Ability to work well with others
• Training and/or previous experience in operation of trucks, snowplows, and other municipal equipment (backhoe and bucket trucks)
• Training and/or previous experience assisting in maintenance repair and construction tasks such as landscaping and concrete masonry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training and/or previous experience setting up a safe work environment in traffic; valve shut off; repair and maintenance of valves, hydrants, and pipes; and testing for safe underground entry
• Technical training and/or experience in basic plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems

Special Requirements:

Maintain a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Commercial Driver's License (B,C,D) with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain these CDL licenses before end of 6 month probationary period.

Tools and Equipment Used:

Personal computer, electric, gasoline, and non-power hand tools and machines including, but not limited to: packers, chippers, salter, leaf vacuum, compressors, pumps, gas meter, air compressor, sewer jetter/vacuum, power and manual saws, power sanders, drills, weed and grass trimmers, hedge trimmers, edgers, sod cutters, rototillers, jacks, hammers, mauls, and picks. Operation of powered lawn mower, compaction equipment, valve box vacuum, dump truck, snow plow, street sweeper, tractor/trailer, loader, backhoe, lift truck, CCTV…