Location: New Berlin,WI, USA
Responsible for performing various semi-skilled work including operating and performing general maintenance of all trucks and equipment that may be owned or operated by the city.
* Ability to operate CDL vehicles and pickups, and equipment in the performance of the daily operations.
* Performs snow & ice control measures including plowing, salting, and snow fence maintenance.
* Repairs city roads and right of way's including pothole maintenance and shoulders.
* Assists with cutting and pruning of trees and brush.
* Replaces and installs street signs.
* Assist with elections.
* Repair, replace and install concrete and asphalt.
* Performs stormwater projects, including ditches, storm water basins and culvert installation and maintenance.
* Complies with all safety procedures, including confined space entry and PPE use.
* Cooperates with other city employees and responds to emergencies or unusual circumstances as required or assigned.
* Landscaping work including topsoil, seed, and sod installation.
* Responds to call-in duty which may include after hours, weekends and holidays.
* Any other assigned duties deemed necessary by the Streets Management.
* Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Ability to withstand extreme weather conditions and working out-of-doors and inside structures.
* Ability to drive and operate heavy trucks and equipment safely.
* Ability to use general and special equipment associated with streets operation, maintenance and repair.
* Ability to withstand extended periods of manual labor.
* Ability to be available for emergencies that necessitate working at any time outside of normal work hours.
* Ability to communicate effectively, courteously and tactfully with staff, city officials and the public.
Education: High School Education
Preferred Qualifications, but not required:
* Snow plowing experience; mechanical aptitude, knowledge of safety regulations and guidelines are preferred
* Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License (Preferred)
* For applicants without their CDL, must obtain CDL Permit within 2 months of hire (Required)
* Must obtain CDL Licensure within 6 months of hire (Required)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
* Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance.
* Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.
* Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable feature.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.