What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Service Worker I (Garbage Collection) position at Eau Claire, City of (WI)?
Are you interested in helping keep our community clean and vibrant? Do you like to see tangible proof that your work is being enjoyed and appreciated? Do you want to work outdoors? If yes, then apply now! We are currently accepting applications for a Community Service Worker I (Garbage Collection) position in the Parks Division of our Community Services Department. Duties include: general maintenance, garbage collection; marking athletic fields and courts; performing custodial duties for buildings and facilities as needed; and more!
Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- Strong customer service skills
- Possess or obtain (within 6 months of hire) and maintain a valid Wisconsin Class B CDL with no air brake restrictions
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced custodial service and preventative maintenance knowledge
- Landscape, tree, and turf maintenance experience
Additional Reasons to Apply:
- Receive 40 hours of vacation on your first day of employment, plus earn 80 hours of additional vacation time in the first year
- Receive 3 paid floating holidays and 8 paid regular holidays (in a calendar year)
- Potential to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Other excellent fringe benefits (paid sick leave, health insurance, life insurance, etc.)!
Typical Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Application deadline: Monday, March 17, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Interviews expected to take place Monday, March 24, 2025. Candidates will be notified via email if selected to interview.
**Community Service Worker I (Garbage Collection) Recruitment Snapshot**
POSITION SCOPE
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the garbage route at City facilities and park locations. This position involves maintenance work regarding the care and maintenance of the City’s parks, playgrounds, athletic fields and courts, and other City properties and facilities which includes operating equipment. Utilizing a thorough working knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, and materials used in the maintenance trades, this positions performs a variety of skilled tasks that are generally specialized in nature. General orders for assignments are designated by supervisor and transmitted verbally, electronically or in writing, but this position is expected to work with a high degree of autonomy in most areas of responsibility. A Community Service Worker I may be assigned to a certain division, but can be moved to assist another division to complete a task/project as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collects garbage from 96-gallon carts and transfers to hauler at City facilities (City Hall, Hobbs, CMF, etc.) and City parks.
Maintains and repairs exterior and interior of shelters and miscellaneous structures, including minor electrical work, plumbing, and concrete work. Conducts repairs to masonry, plumbing, irrigation, electrical control wiring, etc.
Inspects facilities, machinery, and equipment noting conditions indicating the need for repair and maintenance. Performs preventive maintenance duties in all areas of responsibility.
Cleans and disinfects park shelters, pavilions, athletic facilities, restrooms, locker rooms, and other park buildings/facilities.
Assists with special events and recreation programs clean-up/take down.
Performs carpentry work in the maintenance of shelter buildings, parks, and playground facilities. Installs paneling, siding, sheetrock, doors, windows, and roofing.
Maintains, repairs, and moves bleachers and picnic tables.
Installs fences.
Adjusts, repairs, and replaces site amenities and facility components.
Paints walls and doors.
Floods outdoor ice rinks, grooms ski trails, and plows/shovels city trails, sidewalks, intersections, bridges, and stairs.
Maintaining athletic fields.
Reads and sets simple grading plans.
Maintains turf (level 1) and broad knowledge of turf equipment operation.
Must be able to interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and conceptual plans.
Assists in development and maintenance of leisure time areas, keeps records and submits written reports and develops drawings as required, in both written and electronic format.
Must be physically and mentally able to perform strenuous, stressful, and heavy manual duties during adverse weather conditions for up to 16 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Must be able to work with community members including park patrons and people experiencing homelessness.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs related duties as required. At times may be moved to another division to assist in completing a task/project as needed.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
A High School Diploma or equivalent (GED, etc.) is required.
Strong customer service skills are required.
Must possess or obtain (within 6 months of hire) and maintain a valid Class B CDL with no air brake restrictions.
Advanced custodial service and preventive maintenance knowledge is preferred. Landscape, tree, and turf maintenance experience is preferred.
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Maintains prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance.
Must be able to take direction and work well with others.
Must be able to concentrate and perform accurately.
Must be able to react to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
Must be able to back-up fellow co-workers.
SUPERVISION/DIRECTION RECEIVED
Community Services Supervisor, Parks, Forestry, Cemetery, and Buildings and Grounds Manager, Community Services Director
DIRECTION EXERCISED
May occasionally direct temporary/seasonal laborers or a team of co-workers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Job consists of a combination of sitting, standing, walking, and driving. The work is primarily performed outdoors, where there will be exposure to heat, cold, inclement weather, slippery conditions, noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and chemicals. The work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves. Lift on occasion 20 to 65 lbs., frequently 10 to 35 lbs., &/or constantly 15 lbs. maximum. The position is classified as Heavy according to the City’s job demand physical analysis. A complete description of physical requirements is available upon request.
WORK HOURS
At times will require PM and weekend work, and seasonally may adopt a modified schedule.
The City of Eau Claire is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $27 - $32
