Laborer 2

The City of Red Bank has an immediate opening for a Laborer 2. This is a full-time position that performs a variety of manual labor tasks in areas such as streets, parks, sanitation, and the removal of yard waste. JOB OVERVIEW Demonstrating the ability to follow directions. Demonstrating an ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision. Demonstrating proficiency in the operation of various hand tools while using proper personal protective equipment (PPE). Supervision Received: Employee works under the general supervision of the Public Works Supervisor. On occasion, independent judgment must be used to accomplish tasks. Supervision Exercised: None. Salary and Benefits: (G2) $42,369.60 annually – Day Shift M–F 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. + excellent benefits. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Use mowing equipment to maintain the city’s rights‑of‑way and parks. Trim trees on rights‑of‑way. Assist Drainage/Street crews and the Solid Waste Department in everyday activities as needed. Maintain city‑owned buildings that require maintenance. SPECIALIZED ABILITIES AND SKILLS Knowledge and skills required to operate city‑owned trucks that require a CDL license. Knowledge and skills required to operate city‑owned mowing equipment. Ability to use chainsaws and pruning equipment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of materials and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work. Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, walk and stand for long periods of time, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. Ability to safely operate equipment and power tools (lawn mower, weed eater, chainsaw, pressure washer, hedge trimmer, leaf blower). Knowledge of general maintenance. Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to schedule. EQUIPMENT Pickup truck. Lawn and landscaping equipment (tractors, mowers, edgers, weed trimmers, pressure washers, hedge trimmers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, irrigation systems). Miscellaneous hand and power tools for maintenance, carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and cement finishing work. Janitorial equipment (floor buffers, steam cleaners, carpet cleaners, washers, vacuums, mops, brooms, dusting equipment). Chainsaw. DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Valid state driver’s license. Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Minimum of one (1) year of related experience to perform the job at hand. Must be able to acquire a CDL license within six (6) months of employment. WRITING SKILLS REQUIRED Complete forms using words and numbers, etc. SPEAKING/PRESENTATION SKILLS REQUIRED Employee must be able to answer questions with brief responses or provide standard information to customers, citizens, supervisors, etc. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High school education or GED. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen; walk; use hands to operate, manipulate or handle tools; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee will seldom be exposed to temperature extremes and will have limited exposure to dangerous equipment, chemicals, loud noise, and noxious odors and fumes. The City of Red Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr