SIMR Laborer (Seasonal)

city of St. Joseph; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government entity is seeking a SIMR Maintenance Laborer for seasonal work in St. Joseph, Missouri. This role involves manual labor in the maintenance and construction of street infrastructure, requiring the operator to perform tasks such as asphalt repairs and concrete pouring. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license, pass a drug screening, and have the ability to lift heavy objects. This role has no supervisory responsibilities, making it suitable for candidates looking for hands-on work in public service.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug screening and criminal background check.
• Ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• 6 months to one year experience in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor for maintenance and construction tasks.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Assists with asphalt repairs and concrete finishing work.

Skills

Ability to follow oral instructions

Valid Driver’s License

Ability to work in confined spaces

Skills in building forms, pouring and finishing concrete

Knowledge of proper barricading & traffic control procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shovel

Jack hammer

Cement mixer

Job description

Base Pay Range

$15.00/hr - $15.00/hr

Identification

POSITION TITLE: SIMR Maintenance Laborer (Seasonal)

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Public Works & Transportation/Streets

SALARY: $15.92211/hourly

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.
• Operates jack hammer, dump truck.
• Cuts brush and weeds.
• Trims trees and branches as needed. Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Drives snowplow and or salt spreader as needed.
• Hand paints crosswalk and assist 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 Driver’s License required.
• 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.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment. Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.

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.