GENERAL LABORER I - PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

City of Gallatin, TN • Gallatin, TN

326d • $17

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to perform unskilled and skilled manual work for the Streets/Storm department. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• One (1) year previous work experience in custodial, light maintenance, carpentry, machinery, or hand tools.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assists with general streets, grounds maintenance, utility and related work.
• Cuts grass and trees, rakes leaves.
• Mows and clears rights-of-way.
• Digs shallow trenches and ditches, installs drainage systems.
• Performs various grounds maintenance duties.
• Picks up paper and debris on public property and streets.
• Cleans and stocks restrooms.
• Performs various street maintenance duties such as cleaning ditches, raking and spreading asphalt and patching holes.
• Assists in pouring/forming concrete, laying asphalt, installing pipe, and general work layout.
• Loads and unloads gravel, dirt, timber, chemicals and other materials, tools and equipment; Assists in the repair, installation, and maintenance of utility lines and related facilities.
• Removes, installs, and changes street signs, paints cross walks and related markings.
• Cleans sidewalks, removes snow and ice.
• Serves as traffic flagger on street and utility projects.
• Assists with the cleaning of vehicles.
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance on buildings and other city property.
• Maintains chemicals and lawn/snow equipment.
• Performs all custodial duties as identified on Custodian Job Description as needed and directed.
• Stocks vending machines and sets up for special events.
• Perform other related tasks as required and cross-train to cover other department positions when necessary.
• Moves equipment.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to work in a cooperative manner with others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED