MEO3 Laborer

City of Lowell

Job description

MEO Gr. 3/Laborer

Parks Department

2 Vacancies

Job Title: MEO Gr. 3/Laborer (2000-09/09N, J#6373, 3953)

Department: Department of Public Works

Division: Parks Division

Reports To: Commissioner, Supt of Parks, Division Heads, and other designated personnel

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Union: AFSCME

Salary: $24.5665 (min) to $28.6736 (max) per hour without licenses; 40 hours/week

$25.6325 (min) to $29.7396 (max) per hour with appropriate licenses;

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Under the direction and supervision of the Commissioner, Department Head or other designated personnel:

Operates any motor driven equipment including trucks, tractors, road rollers, rotary snow fighters, tar distributors, road sweepers, leaf loaders, road flushers, etc.

Loads and unloads trucks; picks up and hauls materials, plows and sands streets, sidewalks and roadways, parking lots, etc.

Greases, oils and cleans equipment; changes tires; performs minor preventative maintenance. Operates hoisting equipment and hydraulic equipment, payloaders, sweepers etc.

May occasionally operate motor equipment of a lower level of difficulty.

Performs a variety of unskilled laboring duties of which are some examples:

Shoveling snow, loading and unloading materials, digging holes and other excavations, cleaning litter and debris from streets, etc.

Trims shrubs and trees, mows grass using hand or powered equipment, removes snow and ice using manual or small powered equipment, spreads sand and salt; performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Applicant must be dependable and reliable. Ability to follow oral and written instruction. Ability to perform heavy lifting in excess of 50 lbs. Good past work history. Knowledge of the hazards associated with the trade. Ability to get along well with others and the general public.

1-2 years related experience desired.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Applicant must have a current and valid Class 2 Commercial Driver’s license issued by the Registry of Motor Vehicles; A Safety Certificate from the Mass. Dept of Public Safety to operate hydraulic (hoisting) equipment. A good driving history. No suspensions or revocations of license.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.

Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

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 this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must meet physical requirements for Commercial Drivers as set forth under 49 CFR 391.41; samples are listed below:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

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 is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer and requires a physical with drug screen, CORI post offer. Position subject to DOT Testing Act.

Qualified individuals should apply by the deadline by submitting

application/resume with cover letter using the City of Lowell job opportunities

online portal:

https://cityoflowellma.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

The City is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion through equitable opportunities for all community members. The aim is for our workforce, including contractors, to be truly representative of all sections of society and our community, and for each team member to feel respected while fostering belonging.

The City of Lowell assures that every individual shall have equal access to all City employment opportunities. The City is all-inclusive and no person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military service, or physical/mental disability.

EOE/AA/504 Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.56 - $29.73 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30