Description
Laborer Class C
Dept. : City Wide
Reports To : Foreman
Classification : Non-Exempt, Bargaining Unit
Shift : Full Time, Mon-Fri, or as needed Wage : Per CBA
Job Summary :
This position is accountable for performing general unskilled manual work requiring no special training and little or no experience; also, does related work as required. This position is under supervision of the Foreman or designee who may, from time to time, review said work, methods of results, and are given general instructions on assignments.
Job Duties & Responsibilities :
- Assists Operator and / or Class A Laborers with all manual labor related to job
- Lays out all safety equipment for jobs (Cones, barrels, signs, etc.)
- Acts as flagman, directing traffic around workmen and equipment
- Cleans up job site
- Preps trucks for daily duties
- Washes trucks and tools
- Cleans shop / shop yard
- Performs janitorial duties, cleaning buildings, offices, rest rooms, etc.
- Drives truck to and from job and works as a trainee or occasional driver on other types of automotive equipment
- Operator smaller equipment
- Properly clean, stock and inspect all trucks
- Attend safety meeting learning new rules, regulations, and safe work practices
- This classification will be cross trained and required to perform all departmental duties
- Any other work given within reason from the administration of the department
Knowledge, skills and abilities :
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety practices of the workKnowledge of construction and landscaping equipmentAbility to perform heavy manual labor in a variety of climatic conditionsAbility to work in inclement weatherAbility to take / understand work ordersAbility to practice safe working behaviors while on the jobAbility to make decisions in accordance with the laws, ordinances, regulations, and department policies and proceduresDependableMaintain confidentiality of all information obtainedAbility to maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and the general publicRequirements and Qualifications :
High School diploma (GED equivalent) requiredMust have or be able to obtain a valid CDL- Class B license. Must be able to obtain a permit within 90 days of hire, and the license within 1 year of date of hireMust be able to pass a Fit-For-Duty physical, upon requestRequires heavy liftingMust always wear proper work attire and safety gearEssential Functions :
Ability to follow written and oral instructionsAble to communicate via phone, radio and in person and exchange accurate information in such situationsAble to sit, stand, lift, bend, walk, etc.Able to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to handle emergencies in all weather conditions and at varying times