Winter Public Works Laborer

Description

The Winter Public Works Laborer assists staff with snow removal activities throughout the city by shoveling, snow blowing, or plowing sidewalks. Also assists in maintaining ice rinks, equipment maintenance, tree trimming, and general maintenance. Operates light equipment.

Normal hours of work are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Work outside of these hours required for snow removal. This is a seasonal position that will last no longer than six months.

Wage is $17.00 – $19.00 per hour DOQ. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The benefits for this position are limited to ESST.

If you require accommodation with the application process, please call 763.635.1000 and ask for Human Resources.The City of Elk River is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Position Description

Department:Public Works

Immediate Supervisor:Street Division Foreman

Pay Grade:$17 – $19/hr DOQ

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Last Updated: (date)30OCT2018

Positions Supervised: N/A

Position Summary

The Winter Public Works Laborer assists city employees with snow removal activities throughout the city. This includes shoveling/blowing/plowing sidewalks around city facilities and downtown Elk River, clearing snow and surfacing outdoor skating rinks, cleaning snow removal equipment, etc.

Essential Functions

Performs snow and ice removal.

Conducts shoveling, blowing, plowing, and salting of snow and ice from city sidewalks and facilities following winter weather events.

Available to work all hours of the day or night during snow removal operations.

Available to work up to a 14-hour shift.

Inspects and reports any problems on site immediately.

Performs outdoor ice rink maintenance.

Plows snow from outdoor ice rinks and shovels along boards.

Conducts resurfacing of ice rinks.

Conducts general maintenance to include repair of ice rink boards, restringing nets, and emptying waste receptacles.

Performs general maintenance activities of Public Works as needed, including but not limited to:

Cuts or trims trees and brush on city property and road right-of-way.

Performs maintenance of snowplow equipment to include operator level maintenance of snow blowers, pickup trucks, and tractors.

Performs cleaning of snow removal equipment.

Performs facility maintenance at the Public Works Facility.

Performs other essential job duties.

Regular and timely work attendance.

Follows all safety procedures and participates in safety training.

Operates city equipment with care and respect.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to operate equipment including pickup trucks with plow, tractors with various attachments, and small engine equipment.

Ability to perform light mechanical maintenance.

Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse environmental conditions.

Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid Class D MN driver’s license and good driving record.

Demonstrated ability to operate light equipment proficiently.

Preferred Qualifications

Class B Commercial Driver’s License with airbrake endorsement.

Qualified snow removal experience or equivalent.

Experience operating single and tandem axel plow trucks with wing, underbody plow, road salting equipment and chemical pre-wet systems.

Physical Requirement Frequency

ESSENTIAL Never or Rare Occasionally Weekly or Monthly Daily

Standing or Walking X

Sitting X

Bending of Stooping X

Crouching or Kneeling X

Pushing/Pulling X

Repetitive Movements X

Operating a Vehicle X

Lifting Objects Knee to Waist X

Lifting Objects Floor to Knee X

Carrying Objects X

Exposure to Temperature Extremes X

Manual Excavation/Digging X

Machinery Operation X

Equipment Operation X

Requires Good Vision X

Requires Large Motor Skills X

HIGHLY IMPORTANT

Twisting/Turning X

Lifting Objects Waist to Shoulder X

Exposure to Noise X

Requires Good Color Vision X

Requires Fine Motor Skills X

Requires Depth Vision X

MODERATELY IMPORTANT

Working in Confined Spaces X

Lifting Objects Above Shoulder X

Working at Heights X

Exposure to Irritants/Fumes X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals X

Exposure to Vibrations X

Operation of Telephone/Radio X

Requires Good Night Vision X

Requires Good Hearing X

Requires Sense of Touch X

Requires Sense of Smell X

Requires Peripheral Vision X

Requires Far Vision X

Requires Near Vision X

Work ScheduleNormal hours of work are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work outside of these hours may be required for snow removal. This is a seasonal position that will last as long as the successful candidate is available but no longer than six months.

Hourly pay rate for this position is $17.00 – $19.00 per hour DOQ. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

This Position Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is within the City of Elk River’s discretion to assign additional duties and responsibilities or remove duties and responsibilities at any time.

This Position Description does not constitute a Contract of Employment.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Valid Drivers License

Experience

Required

Demonstrated ability to operate light equipment proficiently.

Preferred

Operating single and tandem axel plow trucks with wing, underbody plow, road salting equipment, and chemical pre-wet systems.

Snow removal