Public Service Worker I

City of Oak Park•Oak Park, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Oak Park is recruiting for Public Service Worker I candidates! This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks such as the operation of heavy equipment including loaders, trucks and backhoes. The Public Service Worker I also performs manual labor in functions of water & sewer, parks & forestry, street maintenance and repair. Employees in this position may be assigned to any division of the Department of Public Works. Additionally, due to driving responsibilities, employees in this position are subject to the Federal Drug and Alcohol testing act requirements, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Valid, unrestricted Michigan driver's license and ability to obtain a CDL Part B with Air Brake & Tanker endorsements within nine months of hire
Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 90 pound loads
Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures
Ability to tolerate exposure to dust, dirt, grease, fuel, chemicals and lubricants
Ability to stoop, bend, climb trees, go into underground vaults and pits with restricted movement.
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time
Ability to understand and follow both written and oral instructions
Knowledge of use of equipment and tools used in Public Works practices
Must live and maintain residency no more than 25 minutes from the City of Oak Park
May be required to obtain Michigan license for pesticide application
May be required to train and become proficient in small engine and power tool repair and maintenance
Valid driver's license
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) test
Must be able to obtain a CDL Permit and Written Test with a passing grade within 90 days of hire
Must be able to obtain a CDL Part B with Air Brakes & Tanker Endorsement within 180 days of completion of the CDL Permit and Written Test

Nice To Haves

Prior Public Works experience
Valid CDL with Part B (Air Brakes & Tanker Endorsement)

Responsibilities

Operation of a variety of power tools, including mowers, blowers, chainsaws, chippers, trimmers, etc.
Operation of large commercial equipment, including dump trucks, graders, backhoes and loaders
Perform ice and snow control activities, including shoveling and salting
Perform tree pruning and tree removal
Repair, installation and maintenance of underground sewers, lift stations and their appurtenances
Lawn and landscape maintenance including cutting and edging grass, planting, watering and care for trees shrubs and flowers
Performs repair and maintenance of pump stations, water meters, hydrants, and curb stop boxes
Repair and maintain streets and sidewalks including concrete and asphalt removal and replacement, street signs and markings
Maintains accurate work records, time sheets and other forms of data
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.