Public Works Laborer

OhioMeansJobs Highland County; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hillsboro is seeking a Public Works Laborer to support street maintenance, water system work, and facilities upkeep in a full-time role. You will assist in paving, signage, landscaping, and seasonal duties under the Public Works Crew Leader’s guidance.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with 0–1 year in maintenance or construction; CDL Class B is preferred. This position emphasizes safety, reliability, and consistent attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, and 0–1 year experience in maintenance or construction.
• Any combination of education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated above.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of streets and roadways, including asphalt and concrete maintenance; repair curbs and sidewalks; seal cracks and patch potholes; clear roads during hazardous weather conditions; assist in right-of-ways maintenance; fabricate, install, and maintain signage and pavement markings.
• Maintain urban forest by planting, removing, trimming, and caring for trees and shrubs; mowing and maintenance of flower beds; brush collection; assist with landscape improvements.
• Maintain water supply and distribution systems, including addressing water main breaks, pump stations, hydrants, valves, and storage tanks; maintain sanitary and storm sewer systems; install and maintain water meters; perform water shut-offs and turn-ons.

Education

High school diploma or GED

0–1 years experience in maintenance and construction

Education/training/experience equivalent to minimum qualifications

Job description

Position Title: Public Works Laborer Reports to : Public Works Crew Leader Civil Service Status: Unclassified Class Title: Not Assigned Employment Status: Full-Time Class Number: Not Assigned FLSA Status/Pay: Non-Exempt EEOC Job Group: Service-Maintenance 4938-5352-5273, v.

QUALIFICATIONS:

An example of acceptable qualifications (at least one of the following): − Completion of high school education or GED; and − 0 – 1 years experience in maintenance and construction. − Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated above.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio vehicle operator’s license, CDL Class B.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

personal computer, printers, copier, telephone, and other standard business office equipment, motor vehicles, heavy equipment, backhoe, dump truck, boom truck.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING

CONDITIONS: The employee has exposure to potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons, blood, bodily tissues, and fluids, hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions, hazardous gases, chemicals, flammables, air contaminants or hazardous waste, possible injury as a result of electrical shock, crowds, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, potentially dangerous/fatal infectious diseases, works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed, possible injury from falling from high places, works in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and/or runways, works in the vicinity of dockboards (bridge plates), works on or around platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms (e.g., manlifts, firetrucks, etc.), possible injury from explosions or fire, sharp objects, needles, and medical instruments, unclean or unsanitary conditions, chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.), hazardous driving conditions, works in confined space (e.g., manhole, trench, etc.), ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds. Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered heavy work.

City of Hillsboro An Equal Opportunity Employer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

1. Perform maintenance and repair of streets and roadways, including asphalt and concrete maintenance; repair curbs and sidewalks; seal cracks and patch potholes; clear roads during hazardous weather conditions, including snow, ice, and floods; assist in maintaining right-of-ways, including leaf and brush collection; fabricate, install, and maintain signage and pavement markings; assist in the maintenance and repair of parking lots and facilities. 2. Maintain urban forest by planting, removing, trimming, and caring for trees and shrubs; perform mowing and maintenance of flower beds on City property; conduct brush collection; prepare civic displays and assist with landscape improvements. 3. Maintain water supply and distribution systems, including addressing water main breaks, pump stations, hydrants, valves, b-boxes, and storage tanks; maintain sanitary and storm sewer systems; install and maintain water meters; perform water shut-offs and turn-ons.

• Assist in maintaining Public Works equipment, including vehicles, tractors, small power equipment, rollers, bobcats, trailers, and other machinery; perform seasonal equipment switchovers for leaf, snow, and asphalt work; conduct preventative maintenance, including tire rotations, oil changes, and routine repairs.
• Assist in maintaining municipal facilities, including HVAC, roofing, electrical, and plumbing systems; perform carpentry work as needed; maintain street lighting, including replacing lighting units, bulbs, control cabinets, and associated equipment.
• Maintain sidewalks and streets in the Hillsboro Business District, including trash removal, power washing, repair of public furniture, sweeping, and blowing; coordinate special events by setting up and removing signs, barricades, and performing general maintenance; remove garbage throughout the Business District.
• Meet all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions; must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance; maintain required licenses and/or certifications.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other related duties as required.

City of Hillsboro An Equal Opportunity Employer