Seasonal Streets- Public Service Worker

City of Grand Forks ND; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the City of Grand Forks as a Seasonal Streets- Public Service Worker. This part-time, temporary position involves assisting various Public Works departments with maintenance tasks such as garbage pick-up, snow removal, and general building upkeep. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of equipment operation and safety practices, ensuring effective service for the community.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair techniques.
• Ability to operate light to heavy equipment safely.
• Capability to follow safety practices and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work including alley clean-up and garbage pick-up.
• Assist with snow removal and maintenance of city equipment.
• Conduct general building maintenance activities.

Skills

Equipment operation

Maintenance knowledge

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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DEFINITION

To assist a variety of Public Works departments with the pick-up and hauling of garbage; to assist with general cleanup and snow removal; and to perform a variety of building maintenance and grounds work; to assist the Streets department in operation and maintenance; and other routine duties as assigned.

Description

DEFINITION

To assist a variety of Public Works departments with the pick-up and hauling of garbage; to assist with general cleanup and snow removal; and to perform a variety of building maintenance and grounds work; to assist the Streets department in operation and maintenance; and other routine duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES --Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions

• Perform a variety of maintenance work including the clean-up of alleys and pick-up of debris too large for compactor trucks; assist in the maintenance and repair of refuse containers and roll-off boxes; weld, straighten and blast and repaint containers.
• Assist with snow removal by performing manual labor in support of snow removal operation; receive training in light snow removal equipment, assist with equipment maintenance.
• Assist with general clean-up by loading refuse on flat bed and dump trucks.
• Assist mechanics with clean-up of shop, repair activities, heavy lifting, welding, bending and painting metal containers.
• Perform a variety of building maintenance and grounds work including custodial work, mowing, painting hydrants, and other general maintenance activities.
• Assist water and wastewater/stormwater service workers, water and wastewater treatment operators, related to general operation and maintenance duties of the water and wastewater systems.
• Assist with the cleaning and washing of buses, bus shelters, and public transit building. Assists with snow removal and lawn mowing.
  
  

Marginal Functions

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

Knowledge: Occupational hazards and standard safety practices related to the operation of a wide variety of light to medium equipment. Techniques and methods of equipment maintenance and minor repair.

Abilities: Learn to operate a variety of light to heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner. Learn to perform container maintenance and repair. Learn department policies and procedures. Perform arduous tasks for extended periods of time in all types of weather. Perform preventative maintenance and minor repair of a wide variety of light to heavy equipment. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others. Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.

Supplemental Information

Experience And Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience

One year of equipment operation and maintenance experience is desirable.

Education Or Training

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License Or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Field/shop and/or landfill environment; travel from site to site; work around heavy equipment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals, waste, and infectious materials; inclement weather conditions. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate lifting; walking, standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; general manual dexterity.

This is a part-time, non benefited position

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