Sewer - Laborer II

La Vergne Tennessee • La Vergne, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laborer II performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work and operates equipment used to construct, operate, repair, maintain, and replace City sewer facilities and systems, as well as street and storm drainage facilities and systems for the Public Works Department’s Water, Street, and Sewer divisions. This is a safety-sensitive position. The work is primarily outdoors at various municipal locations, including streets, public utility areas, and sewer system access points, and may involve adverse weather and physically intensive tasks. The employee works as part of a team under experienced personnel, follows safety protocols and uses personal protective equipment, and may assist with emergency response outside normal business hours. On-the-job training and skill development are available. The position is not remote, and a flexible schedule may be needed to meet project, maintenance, and emergency-response demands.

The City of La Vergne offers paid employee and family insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, longevity pay, on-the-job training, professional growth opportunities, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

• One year of experience relating to construction, maintenance, or repair, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or be able to obtain one within a reasonable period.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction, and repair activities.
• Skill in operating some of the listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods and work safely.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to assist with emergency response outside normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• On-the-job training and skill development in sewer system maintenance techniques and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling, and implementing construction, maintenance, and operations activities for street, water, and sewer systems and facilities.
• Assist in training lower-level employees in maintenance, construction, and repair duties.
• Inspect and/or repair streets, drainage systems, and sanitary sewer systems to ensure they function correctly.
• Respond to complaints and service requests.
• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment; report defects or needed repairs to a supervisor and clean and check equipment and tools after use.
• Maintain records relating to inspections, maintenance activities, and repairs.
• Perform crew labor on construction and maintenance projects for the Water, Street, and/or Sewer departments, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying, and backfilling.
• Cut, fit, lay, repair, tap, clean, and flush stormwater mains, pipes, gates, and fittings during line and fire hydrant repairs.
• Determine the locations of gas, telephone, power, television, water, and sewer lines from appropriate sources before excavation.
• Contact residents and business owners when services or access may be discontinued and explain when they will be restored.
• Drive trucks of various sizes and weights to load, haul, and unload equipment, gravel, and sand.
• Operate light and medium-sized construction and power equipment.
• Perform duties in accordance with applicable safety and security standards.
• Assist in emergency situations such as sewer overflows or blockages, potentially outside normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• 100% paid insurance for employees and their families, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and Lasik coverage.
• 401(a) retirement plan with a 4.5% City contribution.
• 457 retirement plan with matching up to 3.5%.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, 12 holidays, and a birthday off.
• Annual longevity bonuses based on years of service.
• On-the-job training and professional growth opportunities.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED