Utility Worker - Temporary

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

This is a seasonal position with no benefits. The seasonal schedule typically runs November - April.

Monday - Friday; 7 : 00am - 3 : 45pm

Job Summary :

Employees in this class are under close supervision. Work performed involves maintenance tasks of an unskilled or semi-skilled nature.

Examples of work performed : works as a member of a leaf removal crew; cleans and maintains equipment and tools; inay cuf grassvilli tractor and rotary mower; remove debris from street right-of-ways -amid other city property; load and unload gravel, trash, garbage and other debris; work as part of road repair, curb / gutter or sidewalk construction crew; performs related work as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Abilities :

Knowledge of the materials and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions

Knowledge of the operation and minor maintenance of light vehicles and equipment

Ability to carry out simple oral instructions

Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods under unfavorable climatic conditions

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and co-workers

Qualifications :

Must possess a valid Tennessee Driver's license and be able to perform physical labor.

Essential Functions :

Work involves frequent walking, bending, squatting and lifting of items up to 100 pounds. Must be capable of performing laborious tasks over extended periods of time.

City of Cookeville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations :

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (931) 520-5289.