Grade 2 Skilled Laborer

Municipality of Bethel Park; Coverdale (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Municipality of Bethel Park is seeking a Grade 2 Skilled Laborer to perform essential maintenance and minor repairs in municipal facilities and outdoor spaces. The role requires basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and electrical skills, plus ability to operate assorted tools.

Applicants must have a valid PA CDL B license with airbrake qualifications, a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Performs essential labor functions within a municipal setting.
• Has basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and electrical skills.
• Must be able to read and write English and follow directions.
• Must be available for evenings, weekends, holidays and emergency call outs.
• Available for snow removal on any day/time.
• Must complete First Aid/CPR/AED certification when offered.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs of building(s) and equipment.
• Operate hand tools, and various powered and gasoline tools.
• Assist in cleaning, mowing, snow removal, and outdoor maintenance as required.
• Set up/tear down for events and table/room arrangements.
• Snow plowing or dump truck operation on occasions.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Basic labor

Trade skills (plumbing, carpentry, etc

Computer skills

English literacy

Shift flexibility

Snow removal availability

First Aid/CPR training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

General computer use

Job description

SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Public Works Director, the Grade 2 Skilled Laborer performs essential maintenance functions as required. This is a union position with the Teamsters Local 205.RESPONSIBILITIESPerform preventative maintenance and basic repairs of assigned building(s) and equipmentAccomplish minor plumbing, carpentry, painting, and electrical workOperation of a variety of hand tools, electric powered and gasoline powered toolsPerform tasks such as cleaning, sweeping, mopping, servicing restrooms, moving furniture, receiving material, digging, raking, mowing, trimming, shoveling of snow, and other similar tasks as requiredTable and room set up/tear down for eventsOccasional operation of snowplow or dump trucksPerforms other assigned tasks as requiredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAbility to perform basic labor functionsPlumbing, carpentry, painting and electrical skillsBasic computer skillsAbility to read and write English, follow oral and written directionsAbility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call outsAbility to work the assigned shift of Sunday through Thursday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pmMust be available for snow removal any day any timeAbility and willingness to take the provided First Aid/CPR/AED Certification classMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust possess a valid PA CDL driver’s license, class B with airbrake qualificationsMust have a high school diploma or equivalentComputer efficiency is a mustMust have a basic understanding of building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systemsPHYSICAL DEMANDSWork is performed mostly inside and includes some outdoor work required within the Municipality. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate in the field.DRUG TESTINGEmployment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment) drug screen. Position is subject to random, quarterly DOT drug testing.PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONEmployment is contingent upon successfully passing a thorough investigation, consisting of a criminal history check, child abuse history clearance, certification check, and education verification check.DISCLAIMERThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.