Seasonal Maintenance Worker (Streets & Utilities)

City of Dublin, OH•Dublin, OH

39d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy tasks that are hands-on, tactile and physical? How about working outdoors? Would you like to share in the key role of taking care of the City of Dublin's streets through heavy equipment operation, solid waste utilities management and sustainability initiatives? Apply today to join the team that contributes to the daily maintenance of Dublin's clean community spaces and safe streets! The City of Dublin offers seasonal maintenance job opportunities in many of our public service-oriented divisions. Successful candidates gain valuable knowledge and experience through training, both on the job and through formal instruction, while working with a highly tenured and expert staff. These positions require working outdoors in all weather conditions, performing light to heavy manual labor and maintenance work, as well as operating a variety of hand tools and power equipment. The nature of this classification may subject the successful candidate to call-ins during emergencies and/or irregular shifts. Specific duties of Streets & Utilities Operations Seasonal Maintenance Workers include, but are not limited to:

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Possession of a valid driver's license
Candidates must successfully complete and pass a physical ability/lift test as a condition of hire
Physical strength, agility and endurance to perform all essential functions
Ability to demonstrate dexterity in the use of hands and feet
Ability to transfer and carry heavy objects
Ability to exert in excess of 75-125 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50-100 lbs. of force frequently
Ability to maneuver over/under equipment and in small work areas while performing essential functions
Ability to dig, bend, lift and work in confined spaces
Ability to walk long distances and/or work while standing for long periods of time
Ability to perform tasks requiring stooping, bending, climbing ladders/stairs, etc.
Ability to operate a variety of light and medium motorized vehicles
Ability to operate and control power tools such as jack hammers and chainsaws
Ability to work under emergency conditions in support of fire and police operations
Ability to utilize appropriate protective clothing and equipment around hazardous chemicals/conditions
Ability to work outdoors in a variety of climatic conditions (rain, snow, etc.) with a range of temperature conditions on streets with a heavy volume of vehicular traffic during daylight and night hours

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with road maintenance, solid waste utilities and/or engineering
Possession of a valid State of Ohio Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an ideal preference for a "CDL Class A"
H.S. Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent certificate

Responsibilities

Repairing roads, manholes and sewer lines
Hydrant maintenance and repair
Manhole inspection
Providing traffic control during street repairs
Setting up barricades, signs and cones
Supporting the Sign Shop staff in making, repairing and installing street signs
Claw chipper, leaf machine and street sweeper operation
Collecting yard waste (i.e. leaf and chipper collection)
Trash removal and equipment maintenance
Operation of salt truck with plow and spreader during winter weather months
Power tool operation including chainsaws, circular saws and other light construction tools
Supporting sustainability initiatives including food waste and Styrofoam collection
Assisting with community special events as needed

Benefits

Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) enrollment and contributions
Potential Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
Support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
20% discount on classes and free textbooks at Franklin University
Discounts on memberships at the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC)
Employee recognition and appreciation events throughout the summer
Discounted/free employee participation in select City events (Memorial Golf Tournament, Dublin Irish Festival, etc.)
Uniforms provided
Career mapping and growth opportunities
City provided personal protective equipment and boot reimbursement after 90 days of employment
Seasonal employees are eligible for overtime and compensatory time.
Seasonal employees are also eligible for the instant bonus program providing all terms and conditions are met.
Tuition Benefit - All City of Dublin employees are eligible to save 20% on tuition for Franklin University associate, bachelors, masters or graduate certificate programs
Free books - Get your textbooks for free! The Franklin University Bookstore will mail textbooks to registered students beginning 3 weeks prior to the start of courses, so make sure to register early. Some courses include embedded electronic textbooks with fees charged upon registration. These fees will be waived.
No Tuition Deferment Fee - You may defer tuition payments to the end of the trimester at no charge! You will need to apply for tuition deferment each term through your Franklin student portal.