Public Works - Street Worker I

Job Description $1500 SIGN ON BONUS, UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PROBATIONARY PERIOD GENERAL NATURE OF WORK The purpose of this classification is to perform unskilled, manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, landscaping, and grounds keeping of City streets/roads, rights of way and other public areas.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are normal for this position.
The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
Other duties may be required and assigned.
Performs manual work functions associated with road construction, maintenance and repair projects, which may include repairing roads/asphalt, patching holes, compacting road surfaces, maintaining drainage systems, installing/repairing pipe, installing/repairing water and sewer lines, constructing/repairing ditches, clearing drainage obstructions, clearing ditches/gutters, breaking up pipes and concrete, mixing cement, constructing sidewalks and driveways, cutting pipes, installing fences, spreading asphalt/road materials, digging holes or trenches, fixing/replacing street signs, shoveling materials, lifting/moving heavy materials, and flagging traffic.
Performs manual work functions associated with routine maintenance and upkeep of rights of way, parks, grounds, playing fields and other public areas: mows lawns; trims and edges grass; blows leaves from walkways; plants, prunes, and maintains plants, trees and shrubs; spreads mulch; rakes leaves; clears debris; maintains fencing, grounds, bleachers, and park equipment; prepares fields for athletic events; and performs related tasks.
Removes litter, debris, and deceased animals from streets/roads, drainage systems, parks, playing fields and City property; travels and established route; monitors cleanliness; picks up litter and debris.
Transports, loads and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop and work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Responds to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergency situations.
Performs routine maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, laws, policies, and standards of quality and safety; utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns call as necessary.
Receives, prepares or completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, spray records, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates a variety of power equipment, machinery and hand tools used in department projects and activities, which may include pick-up truck, mower, tiller, weed eater, edger, blower, asphalt packer, cement mixer, jack hammer, chain saw, saw, axe, shovel, rake, spraying equipment, fertilizer spreader, tractors, infield machines, trenching machine, vibratory roller, auger, bunker rake, and other related tools and equipment.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements $1500 SIGN ON BONUS, UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PROBATIONARY PERIOD KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES Data Utilization: Requires the ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information.
Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within well-established policies, procedures and standards.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
May include counting, recording of counts, and basic measuring.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to carry out detailed but routine written or oral instructions.
Involves routine work according to clearly prescribed standard practices, with some latitude for independent judgment.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment in situations characterized by repetitive or short cycle operations covered by well established procedures or sequences.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED; supplemented by some previous work experience in street and/or facility maintenance, grounds keeping or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
Must possess and maintain the following certifications: Flagging and CPR.
May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and licenses depending on area of assignment.
ADA Requirements: Individuals applying for the posted position must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Physical Requirements: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals.
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, or rude/irate customers.
Benefits The City of Kennesaw provides the following group benefits to eligible employees: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA and FSA options (includes employer contribution to HSA plans); life and AD&D insurance for employee and dependent(s); employer paid short and long-term disability insurance for employee; accrued vacation and sick leave (with option to sell back); tuition reimbursement program (employer pays 70%); 12 paid holidays; 2 paid personal days; longevity pay bonuses (after every 5 years); 1% employer contribution on first 2% of employee contribution toward a 457 deferred compensation plan; 12% employer contribution for every 4% employee contribution toward a defined benefit pension plan (vested after 10 years); wellness benefits such as flu shots and biometric screenings (includes discounted gym memberships through Cigna's Active and Fit Program).