Public Service Worker

Description

Positions are available in several divisions of the department. Placement will be determined by urgency of staffing needs of division.

Provides unskilled and semi-skilled laborer work for a variety of divisions in connection with a variety of public service projects. Maintains removes debris after storm events. Sets up for special events and snow removal and may include providing direction to community service workers.

The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

When Assigned to Public Works:

• Loads and unloads gravel, asphalt, dirt, timber, chemicals and other materials, tools and equipment;
• Cuts grass and trees, rakes leaves;
• Digs trenches and ditches;
• Cleans catch basins, manholes and sewer lines;
• Performs various custodial duties; Picks up paper, leaves and debris on public property and streets; Collects leaves, brush, debris and other materials;
• Performs various street maintenance duties such as cleaning gutters and patching holes;
• Assists with the fabrication and installation of traffic signs;
• Assists with painting and measuring traffic lines and markings; Removes and refurbishes damaged or non-legible signs; Removes and replaces damaged poles;
• Places and removes street barricades and other warning devices; picks up and delivers supplies and materials;

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Supports special events.
• Provides emergency response during severe weather (snow, floods, storms, etc.).
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.

Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED and basic computer skills (when assigned to Utilities). No job experience required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record according to City Criteria
• Based on assignment, the following may be required:
  • Confined Space Certificate
  • Flagger Certification
  • Registered Technical Pesticide Application

Job Knowledge
No knowledge of specific work. Ability to learn and general knowledge of having a job such as timeliness and receiving directions.

Reading
Basic: Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words.


Writing
Basic: Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.


Math
Basic: Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).


Communication Skills
Requires regular & routine interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.

Independence and Decision-Making
Normally performs the duty assignment after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. The immediate supervisor may, at times, provide close and constant review.

Technical Skills
Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary/fiscal responsibility.

Supervisory Responsibilities
No responsibility for direction or supervision of others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work requires heavy physical effort, exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
• Adequate vision, hearing and talking to drive, use computer, and communicate effectively with others.
• Constant standing.
• Frequent walking, lifting and carrying
• Occasional sitting, pushing/pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, climbing, and balancing.

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
• When assigned to Utilities, may experience frequent time pressure, emergency situations, irregular work schedule/overtime, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working closely with others as part of a team, and noisy/distracting environment.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE
Typically requires use of computer and related hardware and software (when assigned to Utilities); and any other equipment as appropriate or required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed outdoors, where there is daily exposure to respiratory hazards, frequent exposure to noise and vibration. There is occasional exposure to mechanical, chemical, and physical hazards. There is seasonal exposure to extreme temperature and wetness/humidity.

The employee is expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (hard hat, safety vest, steel toe shoes, hearing and eye protection, etc.); and any other equipment as apparent or assigned.