Location: Memphis,TN, USA
UTILITY WORKER - GROUNDS MAINT
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE DIVISION
UTILITY WORKER/GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
This is a Full Time position with excellent benefits such as Health and Life insurance and Retirement Plan
Under general supervision performs a variety of manual, semi-skilled and moderately complex duties, which include but are not limited to a wide range of manual duties associated with cutting grass, cutting and clearing weeds and brush, operating weed eaters, edgers, and backpack blowers at various locations throughout the city. Uses various hand tools to dig, sweep, and spread. Drives various light equipment such as pick-up trucks, one-ton single-axle dump trucks, lawn mowers, zero-turn mowers, and farm type tractors used to cut grass. Loads and unloads materials, supplies, tools, and equipment. Operates backpack chemical sprayer to spray ditches and roadside areas with chemicals to control weeds. Extensive walking is required to pick up litter. Working knowledge of operating procedures for various light equipment. Ability to read and understand operation manuals and chemical application instructions. Knowledge of standard safety practices. Skill in use of basic tools and equipment. Ability to follow oral/written instructions and communicate with co-workers. Works outside exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather. Subject to hazards of work zone traffic. Subject to heavy lifting, as much as 50 lbs. and a distance of four feet from the ground. Subject to extensive standing, walking and stooping. On the rare occasions, may be required to work long hours in emergencies such as storm debris removal, clearing roadways, and snow/ice removal. Must wear all safety equipment in accordance with safety regulations. Ability to read and write sentences with common vocabulary and three to six months experience performing manual labor preferred. Must pass a background and driver's license check, and physical exam, including a drug screen. Must be a high school graduate or have a GED. Must have a valid Class D driver's license and must remain valid as a condition of continued employment. Will work in a non-smoking work environment. City of Bartlett resident preferred, but not required.
Location : PUBLIC WORKS
Job Class : UTILITY WORKER-GROUNDS
Posting End : 12/31/2024
ANNUAL SALARY: $42,305.17-$42,305.17