Laborer Class C-General

Laborer Class C

Job Summary:

This position is accountable for performing general unskilled manual work requiring no special training and little or no experience; also, does related work as required.  This position is under supervision of the Foreman or designee who may, from time to time, review said work, methods of results, and are given general instructions on assignments.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

·         Assists Operator and/or Class A Laborers with all manual labor related to job

·         Lays out all safety equipment for jobs (Cones, barrels, signs, etc.)

·         Acts as flagman, directing traffic around workmen and equipment

·         Cleans up job site

·         Preps trucks for daily duties

·         Washes trucks and tools

·         Cleans shop/shop yard

·         Performs janitorial duties, cleaning buildings, offices, rest rooms, etc.

·         Drives truck to and from job and works as a trainee or occasional driver on other types of automotive equipment

·         Operator smaller equipment

·         Properly clean, stock and inspect all trucks

·         Attend safety meeting learning new rules, regulations, and safe work practices

·         This classification will be cross trained and required to perform all departmental duties

·         Any other work given within reason from the administration of the department

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

·         Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety practices of the work

·         Knowledge of construction and landscaping equipment

·         Ability to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of climatic conditions

·         Ability to work in inclement weather

·         Ability to take/understand work orders

·         Ability to practice safe working behaviors while on the job

·         Ability to make decisions in accordance with the laws, ordinances, regulations, and department policies and procedures

·         Dependable

·         Maintain confidentiality of all information obtained

·         Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and the general public

Requirements and Qualifications:

·         High School diploma (GED equivalent) required

·         Must have or be able to obtain a valid CDL- Class B license.  Must be able to obtain a permit  within 90 days of hire, and the license within 1 year of date of hire

·         Must be able to pass a Fit-For-Duty physical, upon request

·         Requires heavy lifting

·         Must always wear proper work attire and safety gear

Essential Functions:

·         Ability to follow written and oral instructions

·         Able to communicate via phone, radio and in person and exchange accurate information in such situations

·         Able to sit, stand, lift, bend, walk, etc.

·         Able to lift up to 50 pounds

·         Ability to handle emergencies in all weather conditions and at varying times