Laborer - Water & Sewer - Non-potable - Seasonal

City of Greeley•Greeley, CO

1d•$18 - $26

About The Position

The Laborer in the non-potable water division obtains daily readings from various stations, daily inspections and assists system operators with preventive maintenance. Additional duties may include performing work on pumps, valves, sprinklers, mowing grass, maintaining pump station sites and other related job duties. This is a seasonal assignment and may work up to 40 hours per week for approximately 1,040 hours or up to 6 months, whichever occurs first.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Current driver's license with good driving record (MVR and background check required)
Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment, lawn mowing and sprinklers
Must be able to work weekends if needed.
Ability to read and understand work instructions
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Ability to work independently, along with and/or in groups.
Ability to properly use hand and power tools to maintain facility.
Ability to accurately input, retrieve, and verify work assignments.
Collaboration skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, and general public.
Computer skills, Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and the ability to learn new software and systems.
Interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others.
Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness.
Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results.
Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed.
Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects.
Ability to focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.
Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with pump maintenance preferred
Bilingual in Spanish/English a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Obtains daily readings from various stations
Performs daily inspections
Assists system operators with preventive maintenance
Performs work on pumps, valves, sprinklers
Mows grass
Maintains pump station sites
Measure distance using a tape measure or calibrated instruments
Works with small objects (placing washers on bolts)
Operates machinery such as a riding lawn mower, a tractor, or mower
Moves debris, dirt, and other material from one location to another using a shovel, rake, or other hand tools
Learn job-related skills through oral or written instruction
Proficiency in reading and understanding instructions in English on a computer screen required
Interprets information on a computer screen and follows sequence of repair information
Follows established safety practices and procedures
Must be able to work weekends if needed
Perform other duties as assigned