Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment, tools and software in the general construction, operation, repair and maintenance of the municipal infrastructure, right of ways, services, cemeteries, wading pool, forestry, recreation programs and facilities as authorized.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the direct supervision of the Street Commissioner and/or their designated representatives.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Required to oversee the work of seasonal employees as directed.
Monday - Thursday 28-30 hours per week, hours may vary.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent
Two (2) years of experience relating to construction, municipal maintenance, and equipment operation as it relates to the roadway or forestry professions
Any equivalent combination of education and experience
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid Wisconsin state driver’s license
CDL – Class A, B/C with air brakes restriction and tanker (N) endorsement PREFERRED
Must reside within a thirty (30) mile radius of the City limits
- Considerable knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in municipal maintenance, operation, construction or repair activities
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Skill in operation of the listed tools and equipment
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Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time
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Ability to work safely
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Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
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Ability to work effectively with fellow employees, other departments and the public
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Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
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Must have a working knowledge or ability and willingness to obtain a working knowledge of the following:
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Windows operating systems and programs with an emphasis on Microsoft office; and
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Ability to navigate web applications, and have an understanding of other emergent technologies and peripherals
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell. The employee frequently uses hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may frequently be required to walk over rough terrain.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. The employee will be required to slide, roll, push or pull on a regular basis up to 140 pounds. The work will also require sitting and operating a keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions which may become extreme. The employee frequently works near moving parts and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and vibrations. The employee occasionally works in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is loud.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; drug testing; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to modification by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.