Water Distribution Laborer

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Public Works Director, the D&M Superintendent or the Department Crew Foreman. Exercises no supervision.

• Performs maintenance activities.
• Operates backhoe, dump trucks and all other Public Works equipment.
• Exposes water mains and service lines that need to be repaired.
• Assists the work crews with the repair of water mains, service lines, meters and fire hydrants.
• Cleans and maintains work areas after repairs are completed.
• Cleans, oils, and performs minor preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.

• Maintains and repairs equipment.
• Performs snow removal.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Basic methods and techniques of general construction, maintenance, and repair related to the area of work assigned.
• Understanding of equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

• Perform a variety of semi‑skilled maintenance, construction, and repair tasks in the area of work assigned.
• Operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations of the Public Works Department.
• Maintain effective audio‑visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  • Making observations
  • Communicating with others
  • Traveling to various work locations
  • Operating and maintaining assigned equipment and vehicles

10. Maintain mental capacity which permits:

• Making sound decisions and using good judgement
• Determining and avoiding dangerous situations

11. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:

• Walking, standing, bending, or crouching for extended periods of time
• Lifting or moving moderate to heavy weights
• Working under harsh weather conditions
• Operating assigned equipment and vehicles

12. Effectively handle a work environment and work conditions which involve:

• Exposure to dust and dirt
• Inclement weather conditions
• Working closely with others
• High levels of noise

High school diploma or equivalent. Some experience performing public works maintenance and operating heavy machinery is desirable. Missouri Class B Commercial Driver’s license is required.

Travel from site to site; field environment; confined spaces; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, and inclement weather conditions; work around heavy construction equipment.

Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may require maintaining a physical condition necessary for walking, standing, bending, pushing, crawling, crouching, and lifting heavy objects for prolonged periods of time; and the operation of motorized equipment and vehicles.

Tractors, trucks, backhoes, skid loaders, snow removal equipment, dump trucks, track hoes, oil distributors, jack hammers, and a variety of hand tools.

• Must successfully complete pre‑employment substance abuse testing.
• Will be subject to a background investigation.
• Will be subject to random substance abuse testing.

Visit neoshomo.gov/jobs or click below to apply online or download an application. Applications may be submitted online or returned to Neosho City Hall located at 203

E. Main St. Neosho, MO 64850. Only individuals who submit an employment application will be considered for the position. If you have questions or need assistance, call Human Resources at City Hall: 417‑451‑8050.

CITY OF NEOSHO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / ADA