This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants who reside within 20-minute drive of the Village of Sturtevant. The incumbent of this position is required to maintain such residency during the term of this employment. The eligibility list created from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill similar vacancies, which occur within the next 12 months.
GENERAL OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION: Under the direction of the Manager of Public Works or designee, this position is responsible for performing a variety of unskilled and skilled manual labor and equipment operator tasks calling for physical strength, intellect and endurance associated with maintaining streets, buildings, grounds, parks, sanitary sewer and storm sewers in all weather conditions and at all times of the day and night. In addition, individuals will perform maintenance, repair and inspection of the wastewater collection system’s gravity mains, force mains, manholes, pumps and metering stations. Individual will perform task in the care and maintenance of Village parks, grounds, as well as operate trucks, other automotive and heavy equipment, and any other duties as assigned. The Village crew is small and all workers are expected to do a variety of tasks as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative only):
Operates various types of equipment such as backhoes, front end loaders, vacuum trucks, street sweepers, dump trucks, lawn mowers
Operates mechanical or power driven equipment, such as a jackhammer, tampers and other similar equipment
Performs preventative maintenance tasks, such as making simple adjustments, replacing minor parts, and lubricating equipment, in order to keep equipment in proper operating condition
Rakes and tamps asphalt and spreads aggregate on street repair projects
Sets out and picks up barricades, lane cones, and warning signs to channel traffic around work crews
Inspects both storm and waste water sewer lines and manholes
Cuts pipe and performs other tasks related to sewer main repair, replacement and extension
Repairs and constructs manholes
Lays brick
Moves debris, dirt or other material from one place to another
Removes and replaces manhole covers
REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required; advanced higher education preferred.
Three years of similar experience in performing skilled and unskilled construction tasks associated with street, storm, parks, and wastewater sewer maintenance/repair.
Prior experience working the public works field or equivalent is desired.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge and proficiency in:
Hazards inherent to sewer maintenance work and required safety measures
Equipment operation and machinery maintenance
Operation of large equipment including dump truck, large snow plow truck with wing, end loader, skid steer, large tractor, backhoe, zero turn lawn mower, street sweeper, sewer jet truck, etc.
Operation of small equipment and hand tools including carpentry tools, power saws, chain saws, compactors, welder, pneumatic tools, mechanics tools, etc.
Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in equipment operation
Techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in maintenance and improvement of street repair, equipment, and general property and grounds maintenance
Towing and backing up of trailers
Snow plowing operations
Ability to:
Perform basic preventative maintenance for equipment, such as making simple mechanical adjustments, replacing minor parts, and lubricating equipment
Perform simple mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) to calculate quantities, times, distances, weights and measures
Understand and follow oral instructions in the English language
Read, comprehend and interpret written material in the English language such as operation manuals and Material Safety Data Sheets
Communicate orally with co-workers and the general public in one-to-one setting
Work cooperatively with other Village employees and the general public
Continually strives to improve operations through preventative maintenance of equipment and vehicles, maintaining safe operations, and implementing new practices and procedures
Physical Requirements:
Duties involve some strenuous physical effort such as moving heavy objects (50 pounds or more) short distances (20 feet or less) using proper lifting techniques and methods or minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body
Coordinate the movement of more than one limb simultaneously, such as operating the clutch and accelerator on a front end loader
Climb and work at heights at or above 30 fee in all weather conditions
Walk across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces
Remain in a standing position or walking for extended periods of time in excess of three hours
Move debris, dirt, or other material from one place to another using a shovel, rake, or similar tools
Environmental Requirements:
Work in small, confined and cramped spaces
Work from elevated platforms or ladders
Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements such as heat, cold, snow, rain, air pollution, and dust
Work with raw sewage in the collection system using only normal protective equipment
Sensory Requirements:
Sound perception and discrimination
Color perception and discrimination
Depth perception and discrimination
Texture perception and discrimination
Visual perception and discrimination
Oral communications ability
Additional Requirements:
This classification requires the use of Village vehicles during work. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely with no special accommodations. Possession of a valid State of Wisconsin commercial Driver’s License with commercial license endorsements, an acceptable driving record, and licenses must keep valid as a condition of continued employment. The position requires a Class B CDL with N endorsement and air brake operation. A Motor Vehicle Department print out of your driving record will be required before employment.
Pre-employment drug testing is required, and employees will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing as a condition of continued employment. The Village may require a pre-employment medical examination and reserves the right to withdraw any offer pending the results of these exams. Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon work location of assignment.
The Village will conduct a police background investigation and contact previous employers for all applicants or candidates prior to hiring.
Applicant must be available for on call rotation and weekend work as assigned by the Public Works Manager.
METHOD OF SELECTION: Applicant’s education, training, and experience will be analyzed. Written, oral, proficiency, and/or other exams, such as equipment operation, may be required to determine if applicant has the knowledge, skills and abilities to qualify. Appointment to the position will be in accordance with Village Sturtevant policy and regulations. Resumes are encouraged, however, Village of Sturtevant application forms are required and available at the Village of Sturtevant Clerk’s Office: 2801, 89th Street, Sturtevant, WI 53177.
Benefits:
Health, Dental and Vision, Enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System, Paid Holidays, Sick Time, and Paid Vacation
Compensation: $25.00-$28.00 Depending on Qualifications
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the Village of Sturtevant to be fair and impartial in all its relations with its employees and applicants for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, handicap, sexual orientation, national origin or other protected category. Our employment practices have been designed to provide that all individuals be recruited, hired, assigned, advanced, compensated, and retained on an individual basis because of qualifications for employment and treated equally in these and all other respects without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, handicap, sexual
Applications can be dropped/obtained off at Village Hall 2801 89th St. Sturtevant, WI 53177
or emailed to feinerj@sturtevant-wi.gov
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