Laborer - Water & Sewer - Non-potable - Seasonal

City of Greeley•Greeley, CO

21h•$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
Manual labor, prolonged standing, kneeling, bending and walking, climbing ladders and stairs
Bends and stoops repeatedly or continuously over long periods of time
Works in small and/or cramped areas
Make precise arm-hand position movements and maintain static balance (i.e.: using wrenches, a hammer, saw or similar tools)
Moves heavy objects (50 lbs. or more) a long distance (20 feet or more)
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis
Manual dexterity enough to operate hand and power tools, move objects
Vision enough to perform above functions, read printed instructions
Must be able to remain standing for long periods of time
Make repetitive arm-hand movements

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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