What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ltd Appt - Equipment Painter RPU position at City of Rochester, MN?
Position Description
The City of Rochester invites applications for:
Equipment Painter
Seasonal Opportunities*
www.rpu.org
The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working together
RPU, a division of the City of Rochester, MN, is the largest municipal utility in the State of Minnesota. RPU consists of 200 employees and serves over 57,000 electric customers and over 41,000 water customers in a 60 square mile service area, with revenues nearing $161 million annually.
Vision- "We Will Set the Standard for Service"
Our vision is based on six core values which are Safety, Integrity, Service, Stewardship, Accountability, and Skill.
The Electric Division of Rochester Public Utilities is seeking an individual for temporary employment during the 2024 summer season.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Nature of Work
This is a temporary/seasonal/limited appointment position with the primary duty of painting electric equipment in outdoor situations. This position must be able to interact with the public in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.
Work Schedule:
Positions are available from May through September. Work schedules may vary to include early morning and/or some late afternoon hours, during the average 40 hours per week schedule.
Pay Scale:
$15.76 - $18.39 per hour, depending on qualifications/experience.
The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment.
High School diploma or the equivalent (GED)
Must be 18 years of age or older to work at RPU
Valid driver's license
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: the operating characteristics, maintenance requirements and safety procedures and precautions associated with operating and maintaining assigned equipment, tools, and vehicle.
Ability to: use battery-powered grinder, hand tools, and painting tools; use iPad or similar device to read and enter data; follow oral and written instructions; perform manual tasks under varied weather conditions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; positively interact with public and coworkers; and provide positive customer service.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Medium Work : Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Continuous demands: standing, walking, reaching, handling, bending
Frequent demands: carrying, lifting, pushing/pulling, kneeling, crouching, utilizing manual dexterity
Occasional demands: sitting, fine dexterity, crawling, twisting, climbing, balancing, foot controls
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
Extreme heat and humidity (above 90 degrees)
Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)
Vibration (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities)
Exposure to dust/solvents/fumes/chemicals
Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)
Walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, construction sites)
Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers)
Protective equipment required (respirator, mask, earplugs, gloves, eyewear, etc.)
Potential exposure to infectious diseases
The City of Rochester invites applications for:
Equipment Painter
Seasonal Opportunities*
www.rpu.org
The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working together
RPU, a division of the City of Rochester, MN, is the largest municipal utility in the State of Minnesota. RPU consists of 200 employees and serves over 57,000 electric customers and over 41,000 water customers in a 60 square mile service area, with revenues nearing $161 million annually.
Vision- "We Will Set the Standard for Service"
Our vision is based on six core values which are Safety, Integrity, Service, Stewardship, Accountability, and Skill.
The Electric Division of Rochester Public Utilities is seeking an individual for temporary employment during the 2024 summer season.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Nature of Work
This is a temporary/seasonal/limited appointment position with the primary duty of painting electric equipment in outdoor situations. This position must be able to interact with the public in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.
Work Schedule:
Positions are available from May through September. Work schedules may vary to include early morning and/or some late afternoon hours, during the average 40 hours per week schedule.
Pay Scale:
$15.76 - $18.39 per hour, depending on qualifications/experience.
- Pursuant to MN Statute, seasonal assignments are limited to 67 working days per calendar year or 100 working days per calendar year if the employees are under the age of 22, are full-time students enrolled in a nonprofit or public educational institution prior to being hired by the employer, and have indicated, either in an application for employment or by being enrolled at an educational institution for the next academic year or term, an intention to continue as students during or after their temporary employment.
The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment.
- Perform equipment painting duties, including the use of hand tools, power tools, cloths and mild solvents to clean and prepare the equipment surfaces.
- Use iPad or smartphone mapping app to communicate work locations and work progress.
- Maintain and clean all equipment / vehicles used on a daily basis.
- Assist with cleaning, repairing or maintaining departmental facilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
High School diploma or the equivalent (GED)
Must be 18 years of age or older to work at RPU
Valid driver's license
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: the operating characteristics, maintenance requirements and safety procedures and precautions associated with operating and maintaining assigned equipment, tools, and vehicle.
Ability to: use battery-powered grinder, hand tools, and painting tools; use iPad or similar device to read and enter data; follow oral and written instructions; perform manual tasks under varied weather conditions; establish and maintain effective working relationships; positively interact with public and coworkers; and provide positive customer service.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Medium Work : Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Continuous demands: standing, walking, reaching, handling, bending
Frequent demands: carrying, lifting, pushing/pulling, kneeling, crouching, utilizing manual dexterity
Occasional demands: sitting, fine dexterity, crawling, twisting, climbing, balancing, foot controls
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
Extreme heat and humidity (above 90 degrees)
Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)
Vibration (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities)
Exposure to dust/solvents/fumes/chemicals
Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)
Walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, construction sites)
Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers)
Protective equipment required (respirator, mask, earplugs, gloves, eyewear, etc.)
Potential exposure to infectious diseases
Salary : $161
