Public Works Operations Specialist

Bondurant City•Usa, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general to direct supervision of the Public Works Director, performs manual labor, semi-skilled and skilled work often involving the operation of light to heavy-duty construction and maintenance equipment. Employee must show fundamental knowledge of how to use the machinery and the general ability to follow instructions. This full-time position is compensated on an hourly basis.

Requirements

Ability to follow one or two-step verbal or demonstrated instructions.
Ability to perform simple addition and subtraction, copy figures, count, and record numbers.
Ability to read and write identifying information, request supplies verbally or in writing.
Ability to operate, or learn how to operate, light-to-heavy duty construction equipment in a safe and competent manner.
Basic skills in equipment maintenance.
Ability to perform water and sewer testing.
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time often in inclement weather.
Ability to use a cellular telephone and a telephone.
Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations involved in equipment operation.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with the operation of tools and equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and the public.
Ability to pass a post-offer employment physical and a CDL required drug screen and participate in CDL-required drug screen policy testing.
High School diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
Three years of light and medium construction equipment operations, or two years in a mechanical position.
Shall be generally available for off-hour emergencies and/or work assignments and be able to respond in less than thirty (30) minutes.
Shall establish residency within thirty (30) miles, which takes less than 30 minutes to drive to the department maintenance facility under normal driving conditions within the first three months of employment with the city.
Shall possess and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brakes and any required endorsements and /or restriction removals issued by the State of Iowa. This certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment and have a good driving record for the past three years.
Shall possess and maintain Iowa Certified Pesticide Applicator Certification, valid in all categories necessary for the department. This certification must be obtained within 60 days of employment.
Shall possess or have the ability to possess and maintain State of Iowa (DNR) Water Distribution Grade 1 or 2 certification.

Nice To Haves

Two years of college education in a field dealing with public works tasks.

Responsibilities

Performs duties relating to building and grounds maintenance.
Mows grass and weeds, cuts brush, trims trees, and performs site cleanup.
Constructs and repairs buildings, playground equipment, fences and other park facilities using manual labor and equipment as needed.
Safely operates maintenance and construction equipment, which may include, but is not limited to snow removal equipment, street sweeper, dump trucks, tractors, mowers, chain saws, weed eaters, and other equipment as needed.
Operates painting equipment to maintain the appearance of facilities and streets.
Loads and unloads heavy objects, materials, and supplies as needed.
Performs routine maintenance and repairs on equipment.
Operates snowplows, sanding, and salting equipment.
Clears snow and ice accumulations from streets and sidewalks, which may include operating a snow blower, and a shovel to manually remove snow as needed.
Prepares recreation fields and facilities for use.
Assists other city departments as directed.
Repairs, replaces, and maintains street signs and markers.
Attends safety meetings and seminars as required.
Installs water meters in consumer establishments using hand tools as needed.
Operates truck, tractor, loader, backhoe, mower, and street sweeper to construct, maintain, and repair city streets.
Performs manual labor in the repair and construction of streets and other facilities.
Operates painting equipment to paint hydrants, crosswalks, curbs, and other street and sidewalk markings.
Assists with the repair and installation of sewer and water lines.
Turn water service off or on for new customer/occupants.
Perform weekend duties inclusive of reading of master water meter(s) and sewer flows and water & sewer testing every seventh weekend.
Mow, weeds, cuts brush, trims trees, and cleans up site by raking and/or hauling to the landfill.
Must be available 24 hrs. Per day, 7 days per week for snow removal duties unless time off has been arranged in advance.
Assist the water/wastewater superintendent with lift station maintenance when requested.
Learn how to locate and mark graves at City cemetery.
Set up City Council meeting room for meetings. This may involve moving tables and chairs into different configurations.
Assist water/wastewater and street superintendent with various projects when requested.
Respond to water/sewer emergencies when requested.
Performs other duties as apparent or assigned and assist other departments as directed.