Public Works Operator - Hastings, United States - City of Hastings MN

City of Hastings MN Hastings, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Salary: $ $39.62 Hourly

Location : Hastings, MN

Job Type: Full Time, Regular

Job Number:

Department: PW - Maintenance

Opening Date: 04/12/2024

Closing Date: 5/12/2024 11:59 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: 49s

Description

This is a skilled position responsible for the operations and maintenance of City infrastructure to achieve the objectives and goals established by the Public Works Department. A Public Works Operator is required to progressively attain the required knowledge, skills, and licensure to meet the job requirements for a Step 4 Public Works Operator within 1 to 5 years of hire, depending on their starting step. The Public Works Superintendent and Public Works Maintenance Supervisor will jointly determine when an operator has met the necessary requirements to advance to the next step.

Examples of Duties

STEP 1 - Public Works Operator

EssentialDuties&Responsibilities

These examples of responsibilities are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work performed and are not meant to be inclusive. The position description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Perform numerous manual tasks and perform minor to moderate preventive maintenance and repair of street and utility infrastructure and equipment, including:

Utility Operations
1. Read and record daily flow meters and fluoride consumption at well pumphouses.
2. Read water meters and service accounts, including posting notices, terminating service, and performing meter maintenance and repair.
3. Perform general hydrant maintenance, including cleaning, winterizing, painting, and lubricating caps.
4. Assist with maintenance to sanitary sewer system repairs, including flushing, jetting and cleaning, cleaning of lift stations, and performing minor lift station pump maintenance and inspections.
5. Effectively use ARC Map software to locate city utilities in both daily and emergency locations.
Street Operations
1. Operate various equipment while fulfilling street maintenance duties.
2. Perform manual tasks related to repair and maintenance of City streets, such as blacktop patching, concrete patching and repair, repairing and replacing traffic signs, and painting pavement markings.
3. Maintain storm sewer system, including cleaning, repairing, rebuilding, unclogging and de-icing drains and storm sewers.
4. Operates and maintains equipment used to clear snow and ice from city streets, public parking lots and cul-de-sacs; On call in the event of a snow emergency.
5. Perform assorted manual tasks as part of grounds maintenance.
Additional Responsibilities
1. Assist with maintenance to the Hydroelectric Plant and Water Treatment Plant.
  - Troubleshoot low voltage electrical issues.
  - Use hoist operated trash rake and chain saw to remove debris from power plant inlet.
  - Troubleshoot, maintain, install, and repair medium duty electric motors and hydraulic pumps.
  - Maintain buildings.
  - Transport and fill fuel and hydraulic oil tanks on site.
  - Draw and send out, routine oil samples of turbine high pressure units and lube oil systems.
  - Take detailed measurements of mechanical seal wear to ensure the safety of the plant.
  - Assist, help organize, and place equipment in the event of a dewatering project.

Respond to emergency call-outs in a timely manner.

May lead others in work as assigned.

Perform other duties and assumes other responsibilities as apparent or as delegated.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Good verbal and written English communication skills.
Class B Commercial Driver's License.
Demonstrable operator skills and knowledge of safety procedures with heavy equipment such as single-axle dump truck, skid loader, front-end loader, and tractor.
Able to respond to after-hours emergencies; physically on-site within 30 minutes

PreferredQualifications

Related post-secondary education or training.
Water and/or sewer experience.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge,Skills& Abilities

General knowledge of materials, methods and techniques used to successfully repair and maintain public streets, storm sewer system, streetlights, sanitary sewer collection system, and a water supply and distribution system.
General knowledge of general equipment maintenance and repair techniques.
Detailed knowledge of the practices, procedures, equipment, and materials used in Public Works maintenance and construction work.
Detailed knowledge of safe operation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of various vehicles, and the ability to operate equipment in a skillful manner.
Detailed knowledge in welding and cutting equipment in a safe manner.
General knowledge of electricity, pumps, motors and generators.
Experience operating heavy equipment in maintenance or construction work, including installation of underground sewer, water, and/or storm sewer utilities, or applicable related experience.
Ability to read infrastructure maps and engineering record drawings for the purpose of locating and marking underground utility mains and street light wires.
Have situational awareness when working near high voltage and large rotating machinery.
Ability to respond willingly to varied work assignments and flexible working hours.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability and willingness to learn new job skills and work tasks as assigned.
Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with the public and City staff.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
Ability to perform strenuous work for extended periods of time in all temperature extremes.
Experience with basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, web browsing, mapping, and PDF viewers

Health Benefits
Medical Insurance - Medica
The three plans we offer are $30 Copay, $1,500 HRA, and $3,000 HSA.
Single, Employee plus spouse, Employee plus child(ren), and Family coverage options are available.

•For single coverage, City pays 100% of the premium

•For dependent coverage, City pays 65% of the premium

•For family coverage, the City pays 70% of the premium

For high-deductible plans, the City makes HRA or HSA contributions.

Life Insurance-The Standard

•The City provides $50,000.00 in basic life insurance at no cost.

•Supplemental insurance is available for employees, their spouses, an dependents.

Long Term Disability - SunLife

•The City pays for long-term disability for employees.

Dental Insurance-MetLife

•Employee pays for plan premium

•Single, Employee + Spouse, Employee + Child(ren), and Family coverage options available.

Vision Insurance-VSP

•Employee pays for plan premium

•Single, Employee + Spouse, Employee + Child(ren), and Family coverage options available.

Paid Time Off
Vacation
Sick Leave
Holidays and Floating Holidays
Paid Family and Medical Leave

Retirement Benefits

Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA):

Membership in PERA is automatic for non-elected public employees who meet minimum salary and position eligibility requirements set by Minnesota statute. Both the employee and the City contribute to the employee's PERA benefit.

MissionSquare:
457 Deferred Compensation
IRA

Minnesota State Retirement System:
Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan (MNDCP)

Employee Health and Wellness
Vital WorkLife: Our employee assistance program, this plan includes:

•Unlimited phone consultation

•Face-to-face counseling

•Nurse Peer Coaching

•Educator Peer Coaching

•Legal services

•Financial Services

•Identity theft prevention & support

•Member website

Wellness and Recognition Committee (WAR): is a committee of peers working together to improve safety and wellness for all City employees. Meets on a monthly basis, and has an annual Safety and Wellness day.

Medica Wellness Programs:
My Health Rewards
Sanvello
Ovia Health
Fit Choices
Omada

YMCA Corporate Wellness Program

01

Please explain your experience with heavy equipment operation, including what type of equipment you have operated.

02

One of the minimum qualifications for this position is to possess a Class B Commercial Driver's license or higher. do you have a Class B or higher? Please include any endorsements you have with your driver's license.

03

This position requires responding to after-hours emergencies and to live within a 30-minute drive to the site, do you meet both requirements?

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