Location: Kannapolis,NC, USA
Salary : $40,677.00 - $63,049.00 AnnuallyLocation : 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis NC 28081Job Type: Full TimeJob Number: 00143Department: Water and Wastewater ResourcesDivision: Water and Sewer DistributionOpening Date: 07/12/2024Example of DutiesNote: This position within the Water Resources department in currently in a schedule change testing phase should the schedule be approved, the schedule will remain permanent July 2024. The new test schedule is Monday thought Thursday from 7:00am until 5:00pm with an (1) one hour lunch and Fridays from 700am until 1100am with no lunch.**OPEN UNTIL FILLED**HIRING RANGE: $40,677 - $46,778 ANNUALLYHOURLY: $19.56 - $22.49GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORKPerforms responsible semiskilled work on a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair projectsOperates equipment in connection with tasksDoes related work as requiredWork is performed under regular supervisionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed, the omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)Performing a variety of semiskilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of public facilities such as streets, water and sewer lines, drainways and sidewalksOperates dump trucks, mowers, weed-eaters, chain saws, concrete mixers, trimmers, tractors, hydraulic winches, hoists, boom truck, rear loader and similar equipmentLoads and hauls materials to and from job sitesAssists in the installation of pipe in ditch lineAssists in the installation and repair of catch basinsCleans catch basins, manholes and sewer linesAssists with the installation and repair of water and sewer lines and related facilitiesAssists in the installation and removal of water metersAssists with spreading asphalt to repair potholes and utility cuts in streetsAssists in cleaning rights-of-way on public streets and propertyCuts limbsCollects limbsMows grass, sprays weedsInstalls and maintains erosion controlAssists with traffic control and flaggingAssists with setting up work zonesPerforms general landscaping and surface restoration at job sitesAssists with the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipmentAssists with snow removal and ice controlPerforms related tasks as required Typical QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESGeneral knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of the equipment to which assignedSkill in the use of equipment to which assignedAbility to understand and follow specific oral instructionsAbility to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditionsAbility to lift heavy articlesAbility to read and writeGood physical conditionAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma or GED preferred and minimal experience in the operation of motorized equipment. Those applying without a high school diploma or GED must have 10th grade reading level and ability write complete sentences. Other Necessary RequirementsJOB RELATED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTSThis is heavy work requiring the exertion of 70 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objectsWork requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and graspingVocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken wordHearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in soundVisual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm's length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and determining the accuracy and thoroughness of workThe worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatusSPECIAL REQUIREMENTSPossession of or ability to acquire a Class A commercial driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina within six months of employmentDemonstrated safe driving historyPossession of or ability to obtain Class C Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections I certifications, Flagger, ITRE and Pesticide certification as needed within one year of employment as applicable for each DivisionThe City of Kannapolis offers a full range of benefits that includes the following: Paid Holidays Vacation Sick Leave Pay for Performance Medical Expense Assistance Alive and Well Program Onsite Health Clinic Onsite dietitian service Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability 401k, Roth, and 457 plans available Employer 401k contribution match Educational Assistance Breavement Leave Paid Volunteer Hours Birthday Holiday Special Separation Allowance Retirement Incentive Pay Wellness Benefits Access to Cannon Baller Suite Tickets Continuation of Health Insurance at Retirement Paid YMCA Membership Onsite fitness centersFor more information, visit Additionally, benefit provider information can be found here:01 Do you possess a Valid North Carolina Driver's License?If you do not, what state?Please provide numbers including zeros. Yes No 02 Commercial drivers license is preferred, do you possess a valid NC CDL? Yes No Required Question