Public Service Worker I – Street Department (Express)

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13056217

Express Employment Professionals is accepting applications at 2009 North
Penn Avenue for a PSW I position for work at the City of Independence
Street Department. Alternately, applicants may also apply online at
www.expresspros.com/independenceks/.

Basic Function Under supervision, performs a variety of manual labor in
the construction and maintenance of streets, parks, airport, and other
municipal buildings or grounds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Mows and trim lawns and brush
Picks-up and disposes of trash and brush Drives vehicles and operates
light equipment Maintains city vehicles Repairs streets, manholes,
street signs, and water and sewer lines Installs water meters and dig
meter boxes Services airport equipment and grounds Assists with
maintenance of Memorial Hall as needed Performs additional duties as
assigned

Qualifications Ability to perform heavy manual labor Some knowledge of
maintenance of public grounds and facilities Ability to operate trucks
and light equipment Knowledge of operation and maintenance of trucks,
light equipment and lawn care tools Ability to listen to, follow and
communicate oral and written instructions Ability to work well with a
small team

Education and Experience Completion of high school or GED required One
year of experience as a laborer or maintenance worker preferred

Special Requirements A current Kansas drivers license Must be available
to work nights, overtime, and weekends

Physical Requirements Intense physical effort is required. Individual
must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, climb,
balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, grasp, speak, and listen
for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions Work involves frequent exposure to unpleasant
elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke,

loud noises, chemicals, etc.

SALARY RANGE: The starting salary for this position is $12.50 per
hour.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled.

Eligible for hire with the City after 720 hours with Express.

THE CITY OF INDEPENDENCE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER