STREET LABORER

Job Description

Job Description

TITLE: STREET  LABORER 

DEPARTMENT:  STREETS

DESCRIPTION:
Under direct to general supervision, is responsible for performing strenuous unskilled or semi-skilled labor of routine difficulty, including semi-skilled street maintenance.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
THE FOLLOWING DUTIES ARE NORMAL FOR THIS TITLE. THESE ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS EXCLUSIVE OR ALL-
INCLUSIVE. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE REQUIRED AND ASSIGNED.

• Attendance and dependability.

GENERAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
WHILE FOLLOWING TASKS ARE NECESSARY FOR THIS POSITION, THEY ARE NOT AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE DUTIES  OF THIS POSITION AND MAY ALSO BE PERFORMED BY OTHER EMPLOYEES.

• Work on crew performing general street maintenance.  
• Operates hand and power tools such as shovels, rakes, jack hammers, dirt compactors and other tools to maintain asphalt, brick, gravel and concrete streets and surfaces, 
• Perform work associated with snow/ice removal working variable hours on an on-call basis
• Cleans catch basins and acts as flag persons.
• Operates all equipment and tools including the backhoe, loader, skid steer, roller, and crack sealing equipment
• Operates street sweeper to clean streets
• Operates motor grader to maintain asphalt, concrete and gravel surfaces
• Performs minor repairs and adjustments on equipment.
• Performs minor carpentry.
• Attend monthly safety meetings.
• Help other team members accomplish tasks.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment, as required.
• Abide by all standards, conduct and policies, as stated in Employee Handbook.
• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

OTHER TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
• The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description shall not to be construed as an exclusive or all-inclusive list of the duties associated with this position.
• The supervisor may on occasion assign other duties which are not specifically listed in this job description, provided the employee is qualified and certified/licensed to perform these additional functions.

GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
LANGUAGE ABILITY AND INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other City employees and the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Has ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, reaching overhead, grasping, lifting, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling and handling of objects; is on feet most of shift.
• Has the potential of frequently lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Has ability to occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Has normal eyesight and depth perception, with or without correction.
• Hears normal tones, with or without correction.
• Has ability to work within environment described above.

COGNITIVE:

• Work under supervision and cooperatively with other employees.
• Ability to listen, understand and communicate information.
• Basic understanding of math.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility in work environments, performing a variety of frequently changing tasks

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and one year of experience performing manual labor or buildings/grounds maintenance work.
• One-year related experience preferred operating tools and equipment described in essential functions.
• Must obtain CDL Class A with air brake, and tanker endorsement license within 6 months of employment.  
• Must be able to successfully complete a thorough background check, and successfully complete a physical exam and drug test.

Benefits:

The City of Augusta offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision 
• KPERS - Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 - Retirement plan
• YMCA Discount
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible savings account
• Life insurance
• Sick and Vacation
• AFLAC and LegalShield 
• * Salary may vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift - Typical hours 6:30am - 3.00pm
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL (Required)

Work Location:  In person

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

The City of Augusta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.