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FULL TIME STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER Job opening - Abilene state Kansas ( Job openings )
Abilene , state Kansas
( By Press Release office )
2022-06-20T00:00 - 2022-07-20T00:00 | 34 | 2
Position Title: Street Maintenance worker I
Position Summary:
The City of Abilene Public Works Department is accepting applications for a full time Street Maintenance worker at 40 hours a week with the potential for intermittent overtime. This position is responsible for performing semi-skilled and unskilled labor in the repairs and maintenance of streets, signs, flood control and storm drains. This employee should possess a strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability and willingness to learn quickly.
How to Apply:
Complete On-Line Application at
https://www.abilenecityhall.com/jobs.aspx
Date Closed:
open until filled.
Hours:
M-F 7:30 am – 4 pm
Wage Range:
$14.92 - $20.15 per hour – based on Qualifications and Experience
The City of Abilene conducts background checks and drug screening on all potential candidates.
The City of Abilene is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Department
Public Works
Reports To
Public Works Director/Streets & Utilities Superintendent
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime pay)
Retirement
KPERS
Job Description:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Summary:
Under the supervision of the Streets and Utilities Superintendent, the Street Maintenance Worker I is a non-exempt position under FLSA which performs semi-skilled and unskilled labor in the repairs and maintenance of streets and Right-of Ways. This position is responsible for operating a variety of equipment and performing manual labor in the maintenance of streets, signs, flood control and storm drains. This employee should possess a strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability and willingness to learn quickly.
Essential Job Functions:
Performs street and curb maintenance procedures;
Safely and effectively operate departmental equipment;
Installs and replaces street signs and pavement markings;
Perform snow and ice control procedures;
Respond to emergency call outs.
Ancillary Job Functions:
Assists other divisions of Public Works as needed;
Assists other departments as the need arises;
Assists with repairs to water and sewer lines;
Education and Experience:
This is an entry level position, so no previous experience is required, but is preferred. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within six months of employment.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and a valid Kansas Driver's License is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
(Not all inclusive)
The ability and willingness to learn about equipment maintenance and construction materials is required. This employee must be able to operate trucks, hand tools, small-motorized equipment and other departmental equipment. The ability to read and interpret written instructions, and effective oral and written communication skills are required.
Work Environment:
Adverse working conditions exist within this position. Exposure to hazardous chemicals is expected. This position may require duties to be performed in all types of weather conditions.
Physical Abilities:
Manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy material, pushing, pulling and the ability to operate departmental equipment is required to perform the daily duties of this position.
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