What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works Worker position at City of Olivia?
Position Title: Public Works Maintenance Worker
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: City of Olivia
Pay Scale: $24.02 - $32.02
Job Posting: https://olivia.mn.us/government/employment.php
The City of Olivia is seeking a skilled and motivated Public Works Maintenance Worker to join our team. This full-time position is responsible for performing routine and skilled maintenance and repair work on city streets, vehicles, equipment, parks, grounds, storm sewers, and buildings. The ideal candidate will be a hardworking, dependable individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively with a variety of equipment and materials. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and improvement of essential city infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and repair city streets, including patching holes, sealing cracks, and operating equipment like graders, skid loaders, and street sweepers.
- Perform snow removal and road clearing for city streets, parking lots, airport runways, and cemetery roads using plows, salt spreaders, and other machinery.
- Clean and repair storm sewers, catch basins, utility covers, and culverts.
- Operate a tractor mower for grass maintenance on City property.
- Maintain playgrounds, park equipment, and park shelters.
- Assist with tree maintenance, including trimming and removal using chainsaws.
Skills and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Minnesota driver’s license (Class B or higher preferred with tanker endorsement).
- Ability to obtain certifications in weed, tree and mosquito management within one year of employment.
- Minimum of one year of maintenance or construction experience.
- Ability to follow safety protocols, work independently, and manage multiple tasks.
- Must be able to work in a team environment and foster positive relationships with coworkers and the public.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application packet, including a cover letter, resume and a completed City of Olivia Application for Employment to Jasmine Miller at jmiller@olivia.mn.us.
Deadline:
This position will remain open until filled. To be considered for the first round of review, applications must be received by March 31th.
Join us at the City of Olivia and be part of a team dedicated to serving our community with integrity and efficiency.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.02 - $32.02 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $32