Crew Worker (Landfill)

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Crew Worker performs miscellaneous labor for assigned Public Works departments, including landfill-related work. Tasks are performed under close supervision, though routine work may require little supervision. The position is a stand-alone classification, and the employee may be assigned or reassigned to any division within the department. Duties may vary according to assignments and may include public works, fleet, grounds, facilities, construction, recycling, and other support work. The position is essential during inclement weather and may require reporting to or remaining at work during administrative closures. Regular attendance, good working relationships, and timely completion of essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, are required. Other duties may be assigned. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. (EST); hours may vary due to work assignments or projects. The work location is Chattanooga Landfill, 9327 Birchwood Pike. The position is non-exempt and safety-sensitive. Pre-employment screening includes a background check, drug screening, lift test, and TB screening questionnaire or TB skin test.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand written instructions and understand simple processes.
Ability to routinely operate power tools and/or small maintenance equipment or machines, or equivalent experience and education.
Knowledge of construction, grounds, or building maintenance principles and practices; applicable equipment, materials, and tools; and safe work practices.
Skill in following oral and written instructions and performing routine maintenance and construction tasks.
Skill in operating and maintaining applicable construction, grounds, and building maintenance equipment and tools.
Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Valid driver's license may be required depending on assignment.
Must complete pre-employment background check, drug screening, lift test, and TB screening questionnaire or TB skin test.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform miscellaneous public works labor, including sweeping sidewalks and streets; blowing and raking leaves; and collecting brush, garbage, and recycling materials.
Assist with placing caution signs and directing or controlling traffic around worksites; flag traffic when needed.
Participate in seasonal work such as ice and snow removal.
Assist with vehicle-body repairs, including replacing damaged parts and mixing paint.
Clean and organize fleet operations: operate the truck wash, empty trash, sweep and mop floors, clean restrooms, repair flat tires, stow scrap metal, transport vehicles to and from private shops, and pick up parts, supplies, and mail.
Perform golf-course upkeep, including aerifying and mowing greens, fairways, or tees; raking sand traps; hand-watering greens; changing pin locations; and building tees.
Clean and maintain City facilities, buildings, and landscapes, including restrooms, floors, carpets, windows, and litter; operate specialized cleaning equipment; mow, blow leaves, weed, mulch, and trim plants or shrubbery.
Assist with construction work, including drainage and road or paving operations.
Operate hand and power tools that do not require special training or skill.
Use, carry, and answer a cell phone when required by job duties and the department head; drive a vehicle when required.
Remove spray paint from signs, buildings, and sidewalks.
Deliver and pick up recycling and landfill containers for special events; collect litter bags for Hamilton County; pick up tires and properly dispose of dead animals.
Operate a tire crusher to crush rims and tires.
Assist sign shops with cleaning, covering, and repairing damaged signs for recycling.
Answer City emergency calls for 911 dispatch, the 311 call center, and other calls.
Meet attendance requirements, maintain effective interpersonal relationships, complete essential duties in a timely manner, and report to or remain at work during inclement-weather closures when directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.