Winter Laborer; Engineering & Public Works) seasonal

Career Opportunities:
Winter Laborer (Engineering & Public Works) seasonal (14193)

Requisition
14193
-Posted
- Public Works

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Winter Laborer (Engineering & Public Works) seasonal

Interviews will be conducted as applications are received. This position will remain open until filled.

JOB SUMMARY:

This position performs unskilled labor and performs snow and ice removal operations on village streets and village-owned parking lots on a temporary as-needed basis. Work consists of assisting staff in the maintenance and repair of village infrastructure, buildings, grounds, and facilities. This position may also perform semi-skilled mechanical labor as well as custodial work.

The position is typically from November 1st to April 30th based on a 40-hour work week. The work schedule may change depending on snow and ice operational needs.

JOB DUTIES:

• 1. Performs a variety of routine unskilled manual tasks, uses simple tools, and carries and wheels heavy material as required.
• 2. Performs minor maintenance and custodial work in the care of Village owned buildings, grounds, and facilities.
• 3. Performs shop and yard clean-up and organization. Is responsible for the arrangement, location, and proper operation of job-related tools and equipment in the shop/yard environment.
• 4. Drives a 58,000-pound GVWR truck hauling gravel, fill, or other material or plowing snow, services trucks, and other equipment.
• 5. Performs snow and ice control duties and assists in emergencies such as floods and wind or rainstorms.
• 6. Salts and shovels sidewalks.
• 7. Assists in processing and filling material requests and distributions of both fleet and public works-related material.
• 8. Thorough knowledge of the department’s standard operating procedures and safety practices.
• 9. Keeps accurate records of accomplishments.
• 10. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
• 2. Working knowledge of hand tools and power tools.
• 3. A minimum of one year of experience operating dump trucks with plow and salt spreaders.
• 4. Possession of a valid Class A or B (CDL) Illinois driver’s license with air brake endorsement.
• 5. Proficiency with current computer technology, job-specific software, and customer service systems.
• Ability to establish good working relationships.
• Ability to carry out assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read street maps and route maps in the English language.
• Ability to complete related paperwork in the English language.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions in the English language.
• Ability to communicate over the radio or phone in the English language.
• Proficient use of four-wheel and/or six-wheel dump trucks with plow and salt spreader.

WORKING CONDITIONS/

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 1. Subject to high levels of noise for an extended period.
• 2. Subject to extremes of temperature for prolonged periods or abrupt temperature changes.
• 3. Subject to fumes or disagreeable odors.
• 4. Subject to extended periods of isolation.
• 5. Subject to inclement weather conditions.
• 6. Subject to working in wet, dirty, dusty, hot, humid, and/or cold conditions in high vehicle traffic areas.
• 7. Physical strength and agility sufficient to do strenuous laboring tasks under varying weather conditions. Ability to lift and move 75 pounds frequently.
• 8. Frequent and/or prolonged bending, stooping, standing, pulling, pushing, or reaching.
• 9. Occasionally works at heights/depths of 10 to 60 feet above or below ground.

STARTING PAY RATE: $31.79 - $35.37 per hour based on a 40-hour workweek. Salary dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $31.79 - $46.10.

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you…