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Apprentice Laborer

Des Moines Public School District
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/10/2025

TITLE: Apprentice Laborer

 

DEPARTMENT:  Facility Services

 

REPORTS TO: Laborer Foreman

 

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Laborer Foreman

 

EVALUATES: N/A

POSTION TYPE: CRFT

 

FLSA STATUS: NON EXEMPT

 

FT/PT: FULL TIME

DAYS:  260   Calendar Day           HOURS: 8 Hour Day

 

BASIC FUNCTION:  This position provides labor to assist the operations department in a variety of tasks, some of which are listed as part of essential functions below. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the operations department.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Carry out all the policies and procedures set forth by the Facility Services.
  2. Provide prompt, courteous, and excellent service.
  3. Work under the direction of the ground’s foreman or general foreman.
  4. Provide labor to repair grounds, repair/install fences, etc.
  5. Assist in installation and repair of playground equipment.
  6. Trim/remove trees and plants on district property.
  7. Operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to skid loader, dump truck and front-end loader.
  8. Remove snow using truck with plow.
  9. Providing mowing for District property.
  10. Perform small engine work.
  11. Pour and finish concrete.
  12. Perform blacktop work, fertilize and seed ground, maintain ball fields, lays sod, move furniture, install/maintain signs, and haul trash.
  13. Perform metal fabrication including but not limited to stick/mig welding, plasma cutting and basic fabrication skills.
  14. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with the English language.
  15. Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner

 

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

 

  1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
  2. Maintain confidentiality.
  3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
  4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:


Required:

  1. Two years or more of consistent work experience and/or extracirricular activities
  2. Willingness and ability to complete apprenticeship program
  3. CDL Class B and airbrake required or willingness to obtain within 90 days.
  4. Valid Driver's License with a driving record that aligns with the District's motor vehicle record requirement while employed.

Desired:

  1. Pesticide applicators certification.
  2. Successful completion of 40 hours asbestos Contractor/Supervisor training.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

  1. Ability to drive district vehicles.
  2. Ability to read blueprints and calculate materials.
  3. Ability to meet the requirements to wear a respirator.
  4. Ability to give attention to detail when performing assigned tasks.
  5. Ability to pass pulmonary function test.
  6. Willingness to work variable shifts, not limited to emergencies, special projects and inclement weather.
  7. Be on call 24 hours for emergency situations.

 

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

FREQUENCY:

Standing

Constant 67%

Walking

Frequent 33% - 66%

Sitting

Occasional 1% - 32%

Bending/Stooping

Frequent 33% - 66%

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

Frequent 33% - 66%

Climbing/Stairs

Frequent 33% - 66%

Driving

Frequent 33% - 66%

Lifting (100 lbs.)

Constant 67%

Carrying (20 feet)

Occasional 1% - 32%

Manual Dexterity Tasks

 

Telephone

Occasional 1% - 32%

Computer

Occasional 1% - 32%

Other

Occasional 1% - 32%

Working Conditions

 

Inside

Frequent 33% - 66%

Outside

Frequent 33% - 66%

Extremes of Temperature/Humidity

Frequent 33% - 66%

  

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

 

Approved By: EB

Date: 11/20/2024

Salary : $21

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