Salary: $24.78 - $31.22 HourlyLocation : Cudahy, WIJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 00090Department: Public WorksOpening Date: 08/28/2024Closing Date: ContinuousSummary Work Hours: From May 15th to September 1st, the Department works four (4) - 10-hour days during the work week with Monday's or Friday's off. The remaining calendar year is worked as a standard 8 hour - 5-day work week.Summary:Under the direction of the Department of Public Works Foreman or his/her delegated crew leader,performs general labor work and equipment operation for all phases of services provided by theDepartment of Public Works.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Sweep streets.Tar and sand roads.Perform all required street maintenance.Clean and rebuild catch basins, manholes, and sanitary sewers.Paint striping on streets and walkways.Maintain storm culverts.Plow and remove snow.Shovel snow.Sand, salt streets and sidewalks.Dig trenches.Collect trash and recyclables.Cut grass.Repair streetlights.Act as flagman.Clean and maintain all department facilities.Drive trucks.Operate roller, lawnmower, tractor, air compressor, stump cutter, paint striper, tree sprayer, pumps, chipper, and other related miscellaneous equipment.Do landscaping.Operate pneumatic hammer.Repair alleys and sidewalks.Plant trees and shrubs.Trim, cut and remove trees.Ensure that all tools and equipment are in a safe operating condition.Make concrete repairs.Maintain a high standard of safety and good housekeeping.Complete any and all necessary forms following established practices.Perform any and all related duties as assigned.Qualifications Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to performeach essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative ofthe knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Other Qualifications:Ability to apply technical knowledge & interpret technical instructions/regulations.Deal with abstract and concrete variables.Ability to respond to emergency work during non-working hours, work in a non-traditional work week & shift and be willing to work the hours required in order to respond to emergencies and storms.Ability to follow detailed direction, work independently within scope of assignment and knowledge, and make decision as required.Ability to maintain effective and pleasant communication, oral and written, and present information with supervisors & co-workers.Comprehend, follow and explain technical water distribution principles.Ability to work independently; exercise initiative, resourcefulness and good judgment.Ability to understand written & oral work orders, rules and operating guidelines.Ability to be resourceful and thorough & demonstrate problem solving skills.Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical & analytical computations.Ability to operate a computer and utilize basic software programs.Dependability and ability to work well with others and to display the proper attitude toward supervision.Basic mechanical ability that is required in maintenance of buildings and equipment.Ability to organize and maintain accurate records.Knowledge and experience in basic skills employed in a water plant.Miscellaneous:The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Education and/or Experience:High School graduation or equivalentAbility to obtain a Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License (CDL) A, B & N within 6 months of hire.Prior experience plowing snow or driving heavy equipment is desired.Construction or building experience is desired.Language Skills:Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, andmemos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to citizens and other employees of the organization.Mathematical Skills:Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weightmeasurement, volume, and distance. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.Reasoning Ability:Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.Computer Skills:Knowledgeable and proficient at Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Ability to obtain a Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License (CDL) A, B & N within 6 months of hire.Wisconsin Driver's License and good driving record.Physical Demands: 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.Standing, walking and sitting.Stooping, kneeling and crouching.Climbing using legs and feet, balancing, bending and twisting.Reaching, feeling, talking and hearing.Far vision at 20 feet or further and near vision at 20 inches or less with glasses if needed.Lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling objects weighing 50 to 80 pounds.Handling, grasping and fingering as needed to operate hydraulic controls, control objects with thehands, write, and operate switches.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Outside workplace environment.Exposure to extreme cold or heat in addition to normal temperature changes.Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.Exposure to loud noise and vibration from the operation of tools and machinery.Exposure to hazardous conditions such as mechanical, electrical, burns, heights and fast movingvehicles.Exposure to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, gases, noxious odors, dust, and poorventilation.Equipment Used:Listed below is common equipment used in Public Works, this list is representative but may not list all equipment.Calculator, telephone, and copy machine.Automobile, truck and other motorized equipment.Measuring devices.Hand tools, power tools, chain saws, shovels, pick axes, and brooms.Heavy equipment including but not limited to tractors, paver, cement mixer, air hammer, mower, snowplow, backhoe, Vac-All, Hi-Ranger, front-end loader, paint striper, air compressor, roller, chipper, sweeper, concrete saw, etc.Confined space entry equipment.First aid equipment.Breathing apparatus, steel tip shoes, and hearing and eye protection.LIFE: CITY PAYS PREMIUM FOR BASIC LIFE COVERAGE ON EMPLOYEEHOLIDAY: EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF CUDAHY RECEIVE 10 PAID HOLIDAYS ANNUALLYPERSONAL DAYS: AFTER ONE YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT - EMPLOYEE WILL RECEIVE THREE PERSONAL DAYS EACH YEARSICK LEAVE: ELIGIBILITY FOR SICK LEAVE BEGINS AFTER SUCCESFUL COMPLETION OF THE PERFORMANCE PERIOD OF EMPLOYMWENT WITH THE CITY.NEW EMPLOYEES CONTINUE TO EARN 8 HOURS PER MONTH DURING THEIR FIRST 4 YEARS OF SERVICES.MEDICAL: CITY CURRENTLY PAYS THE PREMIUM FOR A MEDICAL BENEFIT PLAN FOR EMPLOYEES AND THEIR FAMILIES UP TO THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE BY LAWAFTER 4TH YEAR, SICK LEAVE EARNED IS 4 HOURS PER MONTH TO A MAXIMUM OF 360 HOURSVACATION: AFTER ONE FULL YEAR OF SUCCESFUL EMPLOYMENT -EMPLOYEE SHALL EARN:2 WEEKS VACATION AFTER 1 YEAR3 WEEKS VACATION AFTER 7 YEARS4 WEEKS VACATION AFTER 15 YEARS5 WEEKS VACATION AFTER 23 YEARSPENSION: EMPLOYEES ARE COVERED UNDER THE STATE OF WISCONSIN RETIREMENT SYSTEM01 Based on the job description, do you believe that you are able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?
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