What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Municipal Worker - Stormwater/Concrete position at City of Kalamazoo?
JOB
STORMWATER DIVISIONThis is apprentice level work involving the maintenance and construction of the water distribution system and stormwater collection system, and performs related work as required. Operates one or more types of automotive equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks: does related work as required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Works with Public Services staff to learn operations such as the water distribution system and stormwater collections system; operation and maintenance procedures; Public Works operation and maintenancePerforms manual labor relating to hydrants and other water system connectionsReads maps and makes emergency system shutdownsOperates trucks in connection with the transportation of sand, stone, gravel and suppliesOperates trucks in carrying tools, equipment, parts, and materials/supplies to and from a job sitePerforms minor repairs on vehicle equipment; repairing storm sewers, water lines and mains; operating road compactor and various other pieces of equipmentPerforming maintenance on streets, traffic signs, structures, and storm sewers, cemetery, water mains, manual labor operationsPerforms minor equipment repairsReads water meters on an assigned route and recording readingsChecks to see that meters are functioning properlyUses hand held computers, preparing simple work reportsPerforms snow removal and street sweeping operations
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills and abilities.The City of Kalamazoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed and encouraged. Studies have shown that women and people of color, are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications listed. The City of Kalamazoo is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it. This approach will give each current and potential employee the opportunity to learn, grow and contribute to the City of Kalamazoo.
STORMWATER DIVISIONThis is apprentice level work involving the maintenance and construction of the water distribution system and stormwater collection system, and performs related work as required. Operates one or more types of automotive equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks: does related work as required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Works with Public Services staff to learn operations such as the water distribution system and stormwater collections system; operation and maintenance procedures; Public Works operation and maintenancePerforms manual labor relating to hydrants and other water system connectionsReads maps and makes emergency system shutdownsOperates trucks in connection with the transportation of sand, stone, gravel and suppliesOperates trucks in carrying tools, equipment, parts, and materials/supplies to and from a job sitePerforms minor repairs on vehicle equipment; repairing storm sewers, water lines and mains; operating road compactor and various other pieces of equipmentPerforming maintenance on streets, traffic signs, structures, and storm sewers, cemetery, water mains, manual labor operationsPerforms minor equipment repairsReads water meters on an assigned route and recording readingsChecks to see that meters are functioning properlyUses hand held computers, preparing simple work reportsPerforms snow removal and street sweeping operations
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills and abilities.The City of Kalamazoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization where different perspectives and experiences are welcomed and encouraged. Studies have shown that women and people of color, are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications listed. The City of Kalamazoo is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it. This approach will give each current and potential employee the opportunity to learn, grow and contribute to the City of Kalamazoo.
