Public Works Laborer

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application, along with a resume and cover letter, to the City of Sparta Human Resources Department. Applications can be submitted to vwebb@CityofSparta.org or dropped off at 12912 Broad Street, Sparta, GA 31087.

Location: Sparta, GA

Department: Public Works

Position: Laborer

Status: Full-Time, Salary

Shift: 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM, M-F, On Call As Needed

Salary: Minimum of $12 /Hour Based on Experience (No experience required)

Job Summary:

This position involves operating equipment and performing manual labor to participate in the completion of assigned projects. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Works Supervisor.

Essential Duties:

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

• Follows the direction of the Public Works Supervisor with regards to the maintenance and oversight of the City roadwways; this includes patching, spread chemicals, spreading stone, building up gravel on the road on the road shoulders, laying salt, and reporting needed repairs to the Public Works Supervisor.
• Mow the City's right-of-ways in the summer and plow roads during the winters.
• Collect household waste, yard waste, tree limbs, and leaves; sees to their disposal.
• Cuts back trees which may be in danger of snagging utility lines or impeding street traffic.
• Chipping tree debris.
• Helps the Water Department repair cut or damaged water lines.
• Installs or repairs street signs in subdivisions and other areas.
• Assist utility companies with directing traffic if asked.

Additional Duties:

• Repairs and maintains Public Works buildings and yards.
• Maintains vehicles and equipment.
• Builds, maintains, and/or repairs fences and structures on City property.
• Removes dead animals from roadways.

Education/Trainings:

• Prefer High School Diploma or GED

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Some knowledge of methods and practices of maintaining and repairing roadways.
• Some knowledge of the materials, equipment, procedures, and methods used in Public Works construction and maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary to the operation of heavy trucks and equipment.
• Knowledge or ability to learn the geography and streets of the City and the location of underground utilities.
• Some knowledge of carpentry and mechanical skills.
• Some knowledge of basic masonry techniques.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and interpret simple diagrams and drawings of assigned projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other city staff and the general public.
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn how to operate such equipment as a backhoe, dump truck, tractor, mowing equipment, wood chipper, snow plow, compact roller, garbage truck, bucket truck, chain saw, limb saw, pavement saws, and various hand tools as required.
• Ability to use basic office technology such as a phone and calcuator.
• Ability to interact with citiznry in a professional manner.
• Ability to read maps.

Supervisory and Managerial Responsibility:

• None

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prefer a background in general trade knowledge, which could include constructions, road work, previous public works employment, equipment operations, or vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Possession of a valid State of GA's driver's license (Class C).
• CDL preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Physical Abilities: Tasks involve the ability to exert physical effort in moderate to intense work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, shoveling, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 100 pounds). The majority of a normal work day involves standing or walking.
• Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discern colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discern sounds. Some tasks require depth perception. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discern textures. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communication ability.
• Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions including, but not limited to, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature, and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, and toxic agents.

Employment Benefits:

The City of Sparta offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 13 paid holidays & 24 annual days off per year
• 457(B) contribution plan with 3% match
• Company vehicle for day-to-day duties
• Health, vision, dental, cancer, and life insurance options
• Free medical air lift services
• Competitive salary based on experience

City of Sparta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12