Service Worker

Summary of Job Service Worker is an intermediate skilled position.  Performs maintenance, repair, and construction tasks within the Department of Public Works.  This position will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Village Public Works operations and experience in the performance of public works tasks.  This position shall perform general labor tasks including but not limited to landscape maintenance, yard waste collection, tree/forestry maintenance, utility operation and maintenance, park and building maintenance, street maintenance, automated refuse and/or recycling collection, as well other general labor duties within the Department of Public Works. The position shall be capable of working in emergencies or long work assignments as the need arises. Work hours are 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday through Friday, with the possibility of off-hour overtime.   Starting wage is $27.36 and after 6-month probationary period wage increases to $28.18. SUPERVISION EXERCISED   None   SUPERVISION RECEIVED   Works under the supervision of the Public Works Superintendent, Public Works Foreman or Director of Public Works Essential Duties & Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Brush chipping, leaf collection, and special collection of yard waste. Ice/snow control, salting and snow plowing. Lawn care maintenance including tree pruning, grass cutting, and shrub and flowerbed maintenance. Sewer and water maintenance/repair by performing service shut off, excavation, water main work, and pipe cleaning.  Repair/replacement of water pipes, sewer pipes and hydrants. Street and sidewalk maintenance by excavating, filling, moving debris, and using hot/cold asphalt.  Replacement of street light bulbs, poles (excluding wiring) and traffic signalization bulbs. Perform masonry work; concrete mixing and form placement; finishes concrete. Underground wire location for splicing and other electrical work for street lights, signs, traffic meters, and bulb and screen replacement.   Installation of water and sewer main fittings/fixtures in underground situations. Water meter repair and replacement. Installation and construction of equipment and materials for civic events. Repair, replacement, and installation of parking meters, lighting, traffic controls, and street signs. Repair and set-up of voting facilities and equipment. Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects involving excavation, hauling, and pavement repair. Perform new construction and carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical work. Operation and record keeping of periodic street sweeping    PERIPHERAL DUTIES  Collection of solid waste. Ability to use maps, electronic locating devices, and electronic records to locate and mark underground Village facilities during normal or emergency situations. Utilize Geographic Information System to document and record DPW activities. General public works duties as assigned by Superintendent on an as needed basis. Qualifications DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.  Ability to understand and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to work well with others. Training and/or previous experience in operation of trucks, snowplows, and other municipal equipment (backhoe and bucket trucks). Training and/or previous experience assisting in maintenance repair and construction tasks such as landscaping and concrete masonry. Technical training and/or experience in basic plumbing and electrical systems.   PREFERRED  QUALIFICATIONS Training and/or previous experience setting up a safe work environment in traffic, valve shut off, repair and maintenance of valves, hydrants, and pipes, and testing for safe underground entry.  TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Personal computer, GPS, electric, gasoline, and non-power hand tools and machines including, but not limited to: packers, chippers, salter, leaf suckers, compressors, pumps, gas meter, air compressor, sewer jetter/vacuum, power and manual saws, power sanders, drills, threaders, benders, pavement breakers, weed and grass trimmers, hedge trimmers, edgers, sod cutters, rototillers, jacks, hammers, mauls, and picks.  Operation of powered lawn mower, compaction equipment, valve box vac, dump truck, snow plow, street sweeper, tractor/trailer, loader, backhoe, lift truck, and CCTV truck and equipment, pick-up truck, and skid steer.    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not necessarily limited to the motor/physical abilities and skills required of this position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.    While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, the employee must periodically, climb stairs and ladders, balance oneself, work with arms above the shoulder and work with arms extended at shoulder level.  Periodical actions or movements are those that the employee needs to perform several hours weekly, monthly, and/or seasonally.  The employee must repeatedly sit, stand, crawl, stoop, kneel, brace oneself, twist oneself, reach below waist level, use fine hand manipulation, use gross hand manipulation, use simple grasping, power grip, hand twisting, smell/sniff, speak, pay attention to detail, and listen.  Repeated actions or movements are those that the employee needs to perform several hours daily.  Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.  In addition, the employee must repeatedly move, lift, push, pull, and carry 60 lbs. or more.