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Jefferson Township, Franklin County

Job SummaryJefferson Township is a local government located in northeast Franklin County, serving an area of approximately 15.34 square miles with over 15,000 residents and 50+ businesses. The Township is known for its rural character, quiet atmosphere and abundance of open space. The majority of Jefferson Township is unincorporated, meaning that there is no affiliation with a city. The Township&rsquo;s Public Service Department is responsible for maintaining over 57 miles of roads and rights-of-way, as well as the upkeep of five parks, five cemeteries, and various open spaces. We are currently accepting applications for the position of Service Crew I. This is skilled work requiring the operation of various pickup trucks, dump trucks requiring a class B commercial driver&rsquo;s license, large construction equipment, and hand operated equipment. Position is responsible, under the direction of the Service Foreman, for the maintenance, repair and upkeep of township roads and road right-of-ways, signage, equipment, stormwater systems, parks, cemeteries, buildings/grounds, and open spaces.To apply, submit your resume and optional letter of interest to jobs@jeffersontownship.org or to the Township Administration Building, Attn: Human Resources, at 6545 Havens Road, Blacklick, Ohio 43004.Responsibilities and Duties<ul><li>Performs road maintenance, including traffic control, pothole repair, berm maintenance, street sign installation, and tree trimming.</li><li>Conducts stormwater maintenance, including reclaiming ditches, and repairing and replacing storm tiles and catch basins.</li><li>Provides snow and ice removal services using vehicles that require a Class B CDL.</li><li>Performs light building maintenance tasks.</li><li>Handles groundskeeping duties, including mowing, trimming, weeding, and planting.</li><li>Opens and closes grave plots for cemetery burials and cremations; frames and pours headstone foundations.</li><li>Operates a variety of specialized equipment for road, building, and grounds maintenance, including dump trucks/snow plows, leaf mulching and wood chipping machines, chain saws, backhoe, tractor, and boom mower/zero-turn mower.</li><li>Assists with the repair and maintenance of the department&rsquo;s vehicle and equipment fleet, including daily inspections, cleaning, and fueling.</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills<ul><li>A valid State of Ohio Class B Commercial Driver's License is required.</li><li>High School Diploma or GED required.</li><li>Three years of experience in construction, maintenance, and public works system repair preferred.</li><li>Knowledge of, or ability to learn, the materials, methods, and techniques used in road and grounds maintenance.</li><li>Proficiency in operating vehicles and equipment, including dump trucks, snow plows, backhoe, tractor, zero-turn mowers, etc.</li><li>Preferred experience in clearing snow and ice from roadways.</li><li>Ability to perform a wide range of duties, often switching between tasks of varying nature and adjusting priorities quickly as needed.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with Township staff, elected and appointed officials, and the general public.</li></ul>Special Conditions This position requires the successful completion of an initial and regular DOT physical, as well as a pre-employment drug screening. Additionally, an initial and annual department physical, including a 50-pound lift test, will be required.Work ScheduleThe primary work schedule is 7:00 am. to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Irregular hours will also be required, including nights, holidays, and weekends.BenefitsCompetitive benefits offered including participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) with 14% employer contribution; medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 12 paid holidays; paid vacation and sick leave; tuition reimbursement; and longevity bonus after 5 years of service.Jefferson Township is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions in a discriminatory manner based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability that can be reasonably accommodated, veteran status, political affiliation, or genetic information.Job Type: Full-timePay: $33.15 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Compensation Package:<ul><li>Hourly pay</li><li>Overtime pay</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>public works: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Class B Commercial Driver's License (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Blacklick, OH 43004 (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Public Service Crew Member (CDL Class B req)

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Public Service Crew Member (CDL Class B req)