Mason

MasonThe City of Richmond Department of Public Works is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill a vacancy for the position of Mason in the Roadway Division. The incumbent is engaged in a variety of construction activities, performing masonry duties and associated tasks.Duties Include But Are Not Limited ToPerforming a variety of skilled masonry work and associated tasks to include, laying brick, concrete, and asphalt for sidewalks, roadways, and retention structuresPlacing, smoothing, and finishing concrete cement surfacesPerforming daily equipment and vehicle inspectionsEstimating the amount of materials need to perform a jobOperating appropriate equipment to perform each planned jobsLoading and unloading required equipmentPerforming other related duties as assignedCity of Richmond Department of Public Works employees who perform duties in this class are considered essential employees and may be required to work during times of emergencies, natural disasters, and inclement weather.Qualifications, Special Certifications and LicensesMinimum Training and Experience:High School Diploma or G.E.D.Two (2) years of masonry experienceAn equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classificationPreferred Qualifications:Masonry training will be provided for those candidates who have at least two (2) years of prior equipment operating or similar experience.Current certification and/or training as for certified mason or proof of apprenticeshipPrior experience working with concrete, laying sidewalks, and/or working with asphalt desiredAt least two (2) years prior experience as an Equipment OperatorCurrent and valid commercial driver's license (CDL) highly desiredLicensing, Certifications, and/or Other Special Requirements:Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License with a satisfactory driving recordAbility to obtain a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial Driver's License initially or within six month of hireKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Basic MathematicsBricklaying and masonry principles and techniquesUsing masonry/construction tools and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, breakers, compressors, mixers, loaders, backhoes, concrete saws, etc.Skills:Monitoring constructionEffective oral and written communicationAbilities:Estimate/calculate time needed for repairs, from start to finishUse discretion in day-to-day workThink criticallyExhibit good judgment and make decisionsAmericans With Disabilities Act RequirementsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.Environmental Hazards: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.Physical Requirements and Working Environment: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach extending hands and arms in any direction, stand, lift, finger (pick, pinch, type or otherwise work primarily with fingers), grasp applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm, talk, see, and use substantial repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and fingers. The employee is occasionally required to hear, feel, walk, push, pull, and climb. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Veronica Kenner, by email at View email address on click.appcast.io policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.BenefitsWith over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice". 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