Laborer

Laborer II

An incumbent to a position in this class performs a wide variety of unskilled independent laboring work. Duties may involve assisting or acting as a "helper" to skilled craft workers (journeyman) in the areas of maintenance, repair and service activities. This position differs from Laborer I in that the Laborer II requires incumbents to have a working knowledge of the basic methods and techniques used in the areas of maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and grounds. Duties of this position may allow a Laborer II to work independently. Work is performed under immediate supervision. A Laborer II has no supervisory responsibilities.

Incumbents will be required to perform any tasks of an unskilled nature as deemed necessary by departments/divisions/agencies in city service: May act as an assistant to a skilled craft worker (journeyman) Carpenter, Mason, Electrician, Painter, Bricklayer, Plasterer, Glazier, General Mechanic and other skilled trades personnel; May serve as a general handyman performing duties, which include but are not limited to the following: -repairing windows, doors, floors, walls; -cleaning, operating, lubricating and repairing of boilers, pumps, heaters, pipe lines, motors, valves, traps and metering equipment; -mixing plaster and concrete; -performing necessary repair work on cranes, air compressors, air hoists; May assist in laying bricks, plastering walls, finishing concrete, painting etc.; May assist in the making and hanging of street signs and the erection of posts for this purpose; May assist in the maintenance of traffic signals and controllers; May service automotive equipment by gassing, oiling and checking tires and various fluid levels in city owned vehicles; May maintain gas pump area to insure cleanliness and safety; May assist a Motor Equipment Mechanic in repairing trucks, automobiles and other automotive equipment by performing the less skilled mechanical repair work including but not limited to the following: -charging of batteries; fixing flat tires; replacing worn or faulty parts, gaskets, broken wheels; changing spark plugs; May stoke, clinker and clean furnaces used in burning of refuse materials; -may assist in the maintenance of plant equipment such as oiling and greasing cranes and motors; May attend hoppers, which feed furnaces and clear material through them into furnaces; -may attend push pits and clear material into tractor-trailers at Refuse Transfer Station; May be required to work in stockroom in Police Garage, Fire Garage, Broadway Garage, issuing supplies and materials; -may, under direction, requisition supplies by using an electronic system, in the above stockrooms; -Maintains stockroom area to insure cleanliness and safety; May receive, accept and sign for all deliveries; -checks incoming orders against items listed on requisitions/invoices counting, grading or weighing the articles; May assist in loading and unloading of delivery vehicles such as parts, battery and tire truck, wagons, trucks, etc; May assist in placing materials and supplies in bins or on shelves in various stockrooms; May be required to operate a light pick-up truck, automobile or other light motorized equipment including the operation of the Zamboni Ice Machine and Forklift; -pick-up or deliver various parts, materials and supplies, invoices and other forms to any city garages, repair shops, parts stores, etc.; May perform general labor and custodial work in and around city owned buildings including the removal of trash from buildings or apartments; May be required to prepare various reports as requested; May be required to maintain various records; May perform general building and grounds cleaning tasks as required; May lift garbage containers onto truck; -operates packer controls; May distribute load on truck and cover with tarpaulin; May assist in the care and handling of animals in the Animal Shelter; -assists in the cleaning of the Animal Shelter and kennels; May gather and dispose of dead animals found in city streets, SPCA, veterinarian hospitals and various city laboratories; May excavate and backfill for new construction and repairs; -may dig and refill trenches for water pipe lines; May clean and flush streets, park areas, culverts, basins and sewer receivers; May remove snow from streets, parks and recreational areas; May assist in performing maintenance and repair on city streets, curbs and sidewalks; May perform a variety of laboring duties in the ash removal system of a sewage treatment plant; May cut grass, trim shrubs, rake leaves, cut brush, spade flower beds and assist in ground maintenance activities including forestry improvement, tree planting and wood cutting; May assist personnel in charge of recreation programs, in the organization and development of recreational activities; May assist in the maintenance of recreational equipment in city parks, playgrounds and community centers; May set up equipment for recreational activities;

One year of experience performing general physical work in such areas as maintenance, repair or tending of buildings, grounds and equipment; OR, One year of experience assisting a skilled craft worker in carrying out their tasks. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT, Possession of a current NYS Drivers License may be required for employment in certain departments.

Working knowledge of the basic practices and techniques of one or more of the standard trades; Working knowledge of the common tools, terminology and safety precautions used in minor maintenance and repair work in buildings, grounds, incinerator plants, sewage treatment plants, water pumps and equipment; Working knowledge of automotive shop methods, procedures, safety precautions, shop tools and lubrication methods; Willingness to perform routine mechanical work; Willingness to work under all weather conditions; Ability to follow oral and written instructions; Mechanical aptitude; physical endurance; strength; agility; good hand and eye coordination; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

This position is not eligible for benefits.