Maintenance Laborer

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Full time
Job Description

This position involves performing a variety of heavy manual labor tasks which may require exposure to hazardous or unpleasant surroundings and/or assisting journeyman tradesmen in construction and maintenance work.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Works together with other personnel, at times utilizing specialized equipment and tools to perform the following duties in treatment plants, pumping stations, streams and field locations: cleaning and preventive maintenance on equipment; landscaping installation and maintenance; repair and maintenance of pavement; utility line excavation and backfill; floor care; window washing; concrete and brick work; limited sampling; and typical construction labor activities.
  • Inspects assigned tools and equipment, checking for proper operation and availability of accessories; conducts appropriate checks and adjustments including observing, correcting and/or reporting problems or hazards; performs routine minor maintenance for safe operation of tools and equipment.
  • Calibrates gas meters; takes and interprets readings.
  • Operates power tools and equipment such as electric pumps, drills and fans, generators, air operated jack hammers, gas lawn mowers, snow blowers, chain saws, and small utility vehicles.
  • Utilizes a variety of equipment, tools and materials such as sledge hammers, brooms, picks, poles, shovels, fire hoses, railroad ties, switch parts, manhole covers and frames, sand and cement, bricks and ballast.
  • Enters and exits manholes, sewers, below ground structures and openings, and open excavations. Utilizes ladders and work platforms to perform duties.
  • Performs various location specific functions related to facilities and ground maintenance and channel and dock maintenance.
  • Communicates on a regular basis with supervisors and other personnel through various means to properly conduct, coordinate and carry out assignments. Maintains written daily logs and fills out field reports.
  • Takes prompt corrective action as needed in response to emergency situations, such as: damaged or malfunctioning equipment; vehicular, equipment or personnel accidents; or disrupted operational processes.
  • Performs sampling duties including obtaining sample jars and labels from the lab; taking samples; sealing and labeling jars, and delivering samples to the lab.
Requirements
  • Ability to read and understand simple instructions at approximately the sixth grade level.
  • Possession of a valid Illinois driver's license.
  • One year of service with the District as a Maintenance Laborer B.
  • Civil service status as a Maintenance Laborer B.
Estimated Salary:

$45,000 - $65,000 per year based on experience.


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