Apprentice Municipal Worker - Stormwater/Concrete

City of Kalamazoo•Kalamazoo, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is apprentice level work involving the maintenance and construction of the water distribution system and stormwater collection system, and performs related work as required. Operates one or more types of automotive equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks.

Requirements

Some knowledge of municipality construction and maintenance principles
Some knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
Ability to make minor equipment repairs.
Some knowledge of the Public Services Department activities
Must be able to lift, push, and pull 90 pounds periodically.
Must have good oral and written communication skills.
Must pass all internal and practical examination concerning numerous equipment.
Must pass AASHTO equipment maintenance, proper snow plowing techniques, de-icing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license and certified driver's license CDL "B" endorsement with air brakes within 6 months
Must obtain an ACI Flatwork Finisher Certification during the Apprenticeship
Must obtain all required training within three years of starting the program to maintain employment.
Completion of a high school diploma or GED.
In-House Test Required.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the essential knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

Works with Public Services staff to learn operations such as the water distribution system and stormwater collections system; operation and maintenance procedures; Public Works operation and maintenance
Performs manual labor relating to hydrants and other water system connections
Reads maps and makes emergency system shutdowns
Operates trucks in connection with the transportation of sand, stone, gravel and supplies
Operates trucks in carrying tools, equipment, parts, and materials/supplies to and from a job site
Performs minor repairs on vehicle equipment; repairing storm sewers, water lines and mains; operating road compactor and various other pieces of equipment
Performing maintenance on streets, traffic signs, structures, and storm sewers, cemetery, water mains, manual labor operations
Performs minor equipment repairs
Reads water meters on an assigned route and recording readings
Checks to see that meters are functioning properly
Uses hand held computers, preparing simple work reports
Performs snow removal and street sweeping operations