Service Worker

Village of Whitefish Bay•Whitefish Bay, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Service Worker position is an intermediate skilled position within the Department of Public Works. This position performs maintenance, repair, and construction tasks. All applicants shall demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Village Public Works operations and experience in the performance of Public Works tasks. The Service Worker shall be capable of working in emergencies or long work assignments as the need arises. Work hours are typically 6:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the possibility of off-hour overtime or compensatory time. The starting wage is $27.36 and after a 6-month probationary period, the wage increases to $28.18. There is a 6-year Service Worker Pay Plan with incremental increases.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to understand and execute written and oral instruction
Ability to work well with others
Training and/or previous experience in operation of trucks, snowplows, and other municipal equipment (backhoe and bucket trucks)
Training and/or previous experience assisting in maintenance repair and construction tasks such as landscaping and concrete masonry
Maintain a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Commercial Driver’s License (B,C,D) with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain these CDL licenses before end of 6 month probationary period.

Nice To Haves

Training and/or previous experience setting up a safe work environment in traffic
Valve shut off; repair and maintenance of valves, hydrants, and pipes; and testing for safe underground entry
Technical training and/or experience in basic plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems

Responsibilities

Brush chipping, leaf collection, and special collection of yard waste
Ice/snow control, salting, and snow plowing
Lawn care maintenance including tree pruning, grass cutting, and shrub and flowerbed maintenance
Sewer and water maintenance/repair by performing service shut off, excavation, watermain work, and pipe cleaning; repair/replacement of water pipes, sewer pipes, and hydrants
Street and sidewalk maintenance by excavating, filling, moving debris, and using hot/cold asphalt
Replacement of street light bulbs, poles (excluding wiring) and traffic signalization bulbs
Perform masonry work; concrete mixing and form placement; finishes concrete
Underground wire location for splicing and other electrical work for street lights, signs, traffic meters, and bulb and screen replacement
Installation of water and sewer main fittings/fixtures in underground situations
Water meter repair and replacement
Installation and construction of equipment, tents and materials for civic events
Repair, replacement, and installation of parking meters, lighting, traffic controls, and street signs
Repair and set-up of voting facilities and equipment
Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects involving excavation, hauling, and pavement repair
Perform new construction and carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical work
Operation and record keeping of periodic street sweeping
Collection of solid waste and recycling materials curbside with automated equipment
Ability to use maps, electronic locating devices, and electronic records to locate and mark underground Village facilities during normal or emergency situations
Other duties as assigned