Storm Water Maintenance Worker - Public Works
THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT effectively and efficiently develops and maintains Blue Springs' infrastructure by providing essential services in the areas of Civil Engineering, Street Maintenance, Water and Sewer Utilities and Fleet Management. We proudly serve the Blue Springs Community 24 hours a day.
THE STORM WATER MAINTENANCE WORKER performs general maintenance and construction work and operates equipment in the upkeep of city's storm water system and facilities. This position is part of a team that provides on-call 24/7/365 response to streets division related issues. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES -Operates equipment used in the maintenance of the City's Storm Water system, including but not limited to dump trucks, skid steer loaders, excavators, and snow plows. Performs maintenance and general repair work to assigned city utility infrastructure. -Repairs and maintains assigned equipment. -Performs maintenance and general repair work to assigned city utility infrastructure. -Responsibly purchases items needed for repair or maintenance work. -May, at times, serve as a lead for a crew on a specific job site. -Serves on various employee or other committees or work groups as assigned -Perform all tasks and functions of the position within the guidelines of all safety procedures and practices, mitigating potential risks. Participates in all safety training. -This position requires response to emergency calls for service after regular work hours and is on-call during winter season for snow removal. -Displays positive attitude towards other employees and citizens. -All other related duties as assigned EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE -This position requires a level of education typically obtained by the completion of a high school diploma, (GED or Homeschool Diploma), Vocational School or equivalent education or training program completion. -Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) with endorsements, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. -Six months to one year of experience in a related field or general labor position. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires a background screen, drug screen and physical exam. The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. These conditions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. __ The City of Blue Springs is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's facilities. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. __ LOCAL LODGE 778 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MACHINISTS AND AEROSPACE WORKERS, AFL-CIO
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