Laborer II - Water & Sewer - Boyd Lake Water Treatment Plant - Seasonal

Salary Range: $18.40 - $23.00 hourly 

Hiring Range: $18.40 - $20.70 hourly 

Job Summary:

Seasonal work with the Boyd Lake Water Treatment Plant to help upkeep grounds as well as the facility with opportunities to build treatment certification and water treatment operation skills.

Schedule:
Six months, 40 hours per week.

Must have the ability to work weekends, may be asked to work overnight with operation staff.


* Three seasonal positions available:  2 day shifts and 1 night shift (shifts are flexible and will be set up once hired)

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:


* Must be at least 18 years of age;


* Knowledge of how to operate lawn mowers and other landscaping equipment;


* Knowledge of sprinkler systems, running them and repairing them;


* Good communication skills in person and on phone;


* Ability to work alone as well as on a team;


* Good organizational skills and work ethic; ability to prioritize work schedule, daily, weekly and projects;


* Able to follow direction and follow through on duties;


* Valid driver’s license and good driving record;


* Must be able to pass a drug test.

Essential Functions:


* Weeding (manually pulling);


* Maintaining sprinkler system;


* Pruning, mowing and trimming;


* Possible construction projects;


* Maintenance of hardscape, sweeping, rocks or gravel;


* Painting /staining on wood;


* Keeping track of tools and equipment;


* May occasionally be asked to assist in the office with phone, filing, or other duties if weather is inclement;


* Emptying trash and building/facility maintenance (cleaning);


* Assist in plant operations once trained (including Copper sulfate dosing of our raw water pond, laboratory work, backwashing filters, etc.);


* Other tasks as assigned;


* Must be able to prioritize work;


* Following instructions as well as taking initiative to carry out duties without being told, once trained;


* Following all safety, and COVID protocols.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:


* Exposure to adverse weather conditions;


* Exposure to chemicals, electrical and plumbing materials, dust, dirt, noise, and insects;


* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a group.


* Manual labor, prolonged standing, kneeling, bending, walking, and climbing stairs;


* Ability to lift and move objects of up to 50 pounds for short periods;


* Manual dexterity enough to operate hand and power tools, move objects, operate vehicles and equipment;


* Flexibility enough to bend, twist and reach as to load and unload equipment, supplies or tools;


* Ability to move over rough, uneven and rocky surfaces in performance of grounds maintenance and repairs;


* Vision enough to perform functions such as identifying materials necessary to complete maintenance on equipment and grounds and to operate vehicles and equipment. 

EOE Statement: The City...