Public Works Laborer

Job Title: Public Works Laborer

Salary range: $43,596

Department: Public Works

Hours: Full Time

Job Description:

TOWN OF SEYMOUR

JOB DESCRIPTION

Public Works Laborer

Public Works Laborer


GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

This is position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks in the maintenance and operation of the Town of Seymour. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The position requires the operation of power tools and equipment, such as mowers, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, etc.
  • As examples of potential types of job assignments, the Public Work Laborer may be assigned to any of the following tasks:
    • mow grass
    • prune trees and hedges
    • plant flowers
    • clean up litter and empty trash cans
    • Sweeping and cleanup of debris and materials from roads
    • snow and ice removal, including manual shoveling of snow
    • Weeding and weed whacking
  • In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, the employee will be required to perform any other duties assigned by his or her supervisor

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

  • Works under direct supervision of the Public Work’s Director and Public Works Crew Leader.  

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

  • None.

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of the basic operation of power equipment such as mowers, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, and snow blowers.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, local, town and other applicable environmental and safety statutes, ordinances, and codes.
  • Knowledge of Federal (OSHA) and state regulations and town policies regarding safety training and safe work practices.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to work under pressure and/or frequent interruptions
  • Ability to change easily from one job to another.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Three (3)  years’ experience in related field is preferred
  • Job requires individual to be physically able, on a daily basis, to bend, walk, occasionally lift and carry up to 100 lbs.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license.
  • CDL Preferred, but not required
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