Public Works Laborer

Job Summary

Performs various tasks as assigned by the Public Works Foreman or Crew Leader in the maintenance of Borough streets, grounds and facilities.

Duties

• Performs minor building repairs where structural integrity is not at issue.
• Performs flagger and work zone traffic control duties as directed.
• Loads truck with appropriate equipment for daily tasks.
• Replaces damaged sign posts, worn or weathered signs and the like.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Maintains pool facility including the maintenance of water chemical balance.
• Ability to work weekends when scheduled, be on call periodically, and respond to emergencies on short notice. Required to be on call for snow/ice control operations.
• Assists staff from other Borough departments and/or divisions as needed.
• Attends trainings, workshops and classes related to job duties.
• Behaves in a profession and courteous manner when interacting with the public and other employees.
• Performs lawn and grounds maintenance activities to include mowing (riding and push mowers), raking, watering, weeding, tree trimming and removal, etc.
• Performs maintenance and repair of sewage pumping stations.
• Opens blocked drains, cleans bathrooms, sweep floors, etc.
• Operates power driven machinery such as chain saws, pruning equipment, gasoline powered hedge trimmers or other similarly sized equipment.
• Performs manual labor and maintenance work related to the upkeep of Borough streets, grounds and facilities.
• Operates dump trucks, tractors, lawn mowers, backhoes, snow removal equipment and other related equipment.
• Empties trash cans and cleans up litter/debris at Borough facilities and along roadways; including removal of dead animals / wildlife.
• Performs snow and ice control operations on public roads. Drives snow plow and applies snow/ice control materials. Clears snow from sidewalks, recreation paths and parking areas at Borough facilities as directed.
• Performs various labor-intensive tasks; includes lifting of heavy materials, shoveling and sweeping.
• Cleans and maintains shop, trucks, tools and equipment used; performs routine maintenance, service and repair on equipment used.
• Preforms minor maintenance on equipment such as changing oil, replacing minor worn parts, removing seasonal equipment from vehicles, changing blades, etc.
• Locates and marks areas for safe digging and / or for PA One Call purposes.
• Adheres to all safety rules and regulations.
• Operates vehicles and equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Repairs roadways and road beds; grades roads, repairs ditches and shoulders, dumps and spreads gravel; applies hot top and patches to surfaces and the like.
• Performs drainage maintenance activities. Installs, maintains and repairs catch basins and associated piping. Installs and maintains drainage culverts.
• Paints road lines, handicap spaces, crosswalks, stop lines, parking space lines and the like.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of building repair and preventive maintenance techniques, including basic painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of the proper and safe use of power and hand tools, ladders, extension cords, and other related equipment.
• Strong skills in the operation and manipulation of snow plows, trucks and other equipment under all weather conditions.
• Knowledge and skill necessary to safely perform snow removal, salting, and related operations under various severe weather conditions.
• Knowledge of mechanical operation and maintenance of diesel and gas trucks.
• Knowledge and skill of practical, general lawn care practices.
• Knowledge and skill in pool maintenance.
• Ability to work alone or with others and to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Good physical condition is required to perform physical labor.

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION

• CDL – Class A (or must obtain CDL – Class A within 6 months of being hired).
• Flagger Certification (or must obtain flagger certification within 6 months of being hired).
• Pesticide Applicators Core License and Category 24 (or must obtain within 6 months of being hired)
• Sewage pump station licenses as required.
• The Borough reserves the right to add required licensing throughout the duration of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person