Public Works Laborer

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under the general supervision of the Public Works Director or other supervisory staff performs a wide variety of tasks related to operation of the Township Public Works Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ø Safely operates equipment used in carrying out the maintenance operations in the Township; single axle dump trucks, backhoe/loader, articulating front end loader, asphalt roller, brush chipper.

Ø Safely operates various hand and power tools; chainsaws, power saws, hammers, shovels etc.

Ø Operates fully equipped single axle dump truck in inclement weather during snow and ice removal operations.

Ø Performs various maintenance tasks in accordance with established procedures and performance standards, such as: pothole patching, crack sealing, tree trimming, manhole repairs, concrete work, fence installation and repair; mowing and trimming of grass, trash pick up, maintenance of park equipment, repair/replacement of street signs, curb repair, dragging and lining of ball fields, and the placement of athletic and recreational equipment.

Ø Operates fully equipped single axle dump truck during inclement weather to ensure the effective removal of snow and ice on Township rights-of-way and property.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: May occasionally have supervisory capacity over seasonal summer employees.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Completion of high school education or equivalent. Experience operating farm type tractors with power take-off equipment is preferred. Experience operating backhoe/loader and rubber tire articulating loader is desirable.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have or be able to obtain a valid Class A or B Ohio Commercial Driver’s License. Must be bondable and insurable by the Township’s insurance carriers as to all relevant insurance types, including but not limited to automobile insurance

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Farm type tractors, backhoe/loader, rubber tired front end loader, single axle dump trucks, pneumatic hammers, various hydraulic powered hand tools, asphalt roller, hot tar kettle, chain saws and other powered and non powered hand tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS: Normal working hours are from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, with 1/2 hour lunch. Must be available for snow, ice or other emergencies 24 hrs by phone or pager as determined by the Director of Public Works or Township Administrator.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat. The employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and may work with toxic or caustic chemicals; proper protection will be provided and worn as recommended by OSHA guidelines. The noise level in the work environment will vary: proper hearing protection will be provided and worn as recommended by OSHA guidelines.

POSITION TYPE: This is a full-time, hourly position which is not exempt from the overtime requirements of the FLSA.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tools provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends
• On call
• Overtime
• Year round work

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Cincinnati, OH 45231 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cincinnati, OH 45231: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25