Laborer

Reports to: Director and/or Crew Leader

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary $23.02 an hour

GENERAL SUMMARY:  Expected to learn procedures, rules, operations, equipment, tools and duties of this department. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Learn the functions, and procedures of the Water and Sewer Departments. 

• Learn how to inspect, install and repair water mains, valves, fire hydrants, sewer mains and basins.

• Learn how to operate the functions of all heavy equipment, trucks, power tools, hand tools and any and all support equipment.

• Learn to read and work with blue prints, water and sewer atlas, valve book and light control box book.

• Learn to install and repair street light poles, fixtures and wiring.

• Learn how to maintain and repair streets, sidewalks and curbs.

• Learn how to trim and cut down trees.

• Learn and develop skills and knowledge to communicate and respond to residents. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Successful completion of local Civil Service testing and requirements.

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (must be insurable by the Village’s insurance carrier)

• Must be able to read & write English  

• Required to obtain CDL within six months of hire date.

• Work a minimum of 40 hour week (or 20 hrs PT) with mandatory alternating periods of on-call overtime. 

• Available to work overtime during varying peak work seasons

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• Successful completion of a six (6) month probationary period.
• Successful completion of a drug screening and physical 
• Must pass criminal background check, reference check and security clearance.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT: 

• Ability to withstand inclimate weather (extreme heat and cold)
• Ability to work around fumes, dirt, dust and other such conditions
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, sit and reach routinely
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. routinely, over 50 lbs. occasionally
• The job incumbent should take scheduled breaks, practice proper body alignment and alert supervisor of any discomfort, as necessary.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable  accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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