Public Utility Worker

This position is responsible for operating assigned vehicles and assisting staff in performing various repairs.

• Operates a variety of vehicles to transport equipment and materials.
• Operates equipment, hand tools, and power tools in performing various labor tasks in an assigned area.
• Assists staff in performing sewer, water main, and related repairs.
• Cleans and maintains vehicles, tools, and related equipment.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.

This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating a variety of vehicles;
• Applicable tools and equipment;
• Methods of performing standard repairs;
• Vehicle maintenance requirements;
• Safe work methods and practices.

SKILLS:

• Operating vehicles;
• Utilizing variety of hand and power tools and equipment;
• Performing standard repairs;
• Cleaning and maintaining vehicles and equipment;
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
 
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, fumes, odor, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, extreme temperatures, intense noise, and travel.EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.); related experience preferred; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
 
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: 

• Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver’s License Class A with Air Brake Endorsement
• Applicants hired without a Michigan CDL A License will be hired as a Public Works Technician, and must receive their Michigan CDL A License within 6 months from date of hire to remain employed.

POST-EMPLOYMENT OFFER REQUIREMENTS:

• Satisfactory completion of medical examination, driving record check, and criminal background check prior to start date.
• All appointees are subject to a one-year probationary period.

Salary : $45,459