SIMR Laborer - Full Time

St. Joseph Missouri; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 2,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity is seeking a SIMR Maintenance Laborer to perform manual labor for street infrastructure maintenance in St. Joseph. This role includes operating heavy equipment and assisting in repairs while adhering to safety protocols. Candidates need a high school diploma and a valid Class B CDL.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 'B' Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• 6 months to 1 year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with asphalt repairs and construction of concrete forms.
• Cleans sewer lines and inlets.
• Drives a snowplow and maintains regular attendance.

Skills

Ability to follow oral instructions

Ability to work in confined spaces

Skills in building forms

Knowledge of City geography

Knowledge of traffic control procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shovels

Jack hammer

Cement mixer

Small electrical tools

Snow blower

Job description

POSITION: SIMR Maintenance Laborer
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Public Works & Transportation/SIMR
SALARY: $17.45/Hourly, $36,296.00/Annually

CLOSING: Open Until Filled

Job Summary/Scope:

Perform manual labor in maintenance and construction for the City’s Street Infrastructure Maintenance and Repair Division. May operate heavy equipment as needed. No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with asphalt repairs
• Assists with the construction of concrete forms and performs concrete finish work.
• Required to be on call and/or carry a pager and responds to emergencies as needed.
• Cleans sewer lines and inlets.
• Assists in repairing, rebuilding, and replacing inlets and manholes.
• Cuts brush and weeds.
• Trims trees and branches as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Drives a snowplow and or salt spreader as needed.
• Hand Paints crosswalk9s) and assists with traffic control devices
• Occasionally work with inmate crew
• Performs all other related duties assigned.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow oral instructions and carry out assigned tasks.
• Valid Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker endorsement or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Skills in building forms, pouring and finishing concrete.
• Knowledge of City geography and street location.
• Knowledge of proper barricading & traffic control procedures.

Material and Equipment Directly Used:

Shovels, jack hammer, brush and weed control equipment, cement mixer, small electrical and air tools, and snow blower. Use of concrete, sand, cement, mortars, bricks, blocks. Drive and operate trucks and other wheeled vehicles. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from confined spaces, large excavations, sewer odors, exposure to sanitary sewage, vermin, extreme cold, heat, wind, wet, and occasionally in live traffic. Must be able to stand for long periods and operate equipment with dexterity. Must have the ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds, occasional lifting objects weighing as much as 80 pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds and pulling loads up to 300 pounds. Must be able to regularly pull a charged sewer cleaning hose up to 50’ and occasionally several hundred feet across fences and through various types of terrain. Must have the ability to regularly assemble, install & disconnect 5 to 6 sections of vacuum tubing weighing up to 120 pounds. Work involves occasional frequent climbing, bending, squatting and reaching. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and must be approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Employee Behavior and Conduct:

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required or must be able to obtain within 6 months. 6 months to one year experience in a related field preferred.


Passing of a drug screening required prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City is a Governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

City of St. Joseph | 1100 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO, 64501 | (816)-271-5300