Construction and Maintenance I

Title: Construction and Maintenance

Construction and Maintenance ==========================

Open Date: 02/26/2026 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt Bargaining/Non-Bargaining: Bargaining Division: Public Works Location: Utilities - Water Works Reports To: Construction & Maintenance Director of Distribution

Schedule: M-Th 6:00 am - 4:00 pm (Summer) M-F 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (Winter) Schedule may vary based on departmental need.

Pay Rate: $23.60 per hour

Description: SALARY $23.60 per hour POSITION SUMMARY

Performs various maintenance duties for the Water Works Department using heavy complex equipment including hydro-excavator.

As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend, you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports Our Core Values:

• Excellence
• Accountability
• Innovation
• Inclusion
• Empowerment

Champion Values & Organizational Pride Champion Operational Excellence Make Sound Decisions Embrace Coaching and Accountability Communicate with Excellence Value Diverse People and Perspectives Embrace Personal Development Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health Wellness & Safety

SCHEDULE M-Th 6:00 am - 4:00 pm Summer M-F 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Winter Schedule may vary based on departmental need.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED Not applicable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates wheel excavator, track excavator, backhoe, front end loader, and skid loader.
• Operates all department vehicles.
• Performs manual labor as necessary.
• Operates an air jack hammer and a wide variety of hand tools.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on departmental equipment.

NON-ESSENTIAL MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned, including coverage for other Utility Managers.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Six months experience operating heavy equipment machinery.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be capable of performing strenuous physical labor.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Ability to understand follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to lift or move up to 100 pounds.

CERTIFICATES LICENSE REGISTRATION

• Valid Commercial Drivers License required.
• Tanker endorsement required.

EQUIPMENT Saws, tampers, pumps, compressors, and other gas and hydraulic powered equipment and heavy equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here 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 functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed outdoors in adverse weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee frequently works in wet and/or humid conditions and is exposed to airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to electric shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to loud.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The City of South Bend is an at-will employer.

REQUIRED

Pre-Employment Drug Screen Employee Background check Position Requirements

Required Pre-employment drug screen. Valid Commercial Drivers License.

About the Organization

South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. Its the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bends flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the citys industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future.

The citys 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues, make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and play.

AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.

EOE Statement

The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the Legal Departments ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbend.in.gov, and Human Resources at humanresources@southbend.in.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff, and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1.

Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5a and 41 CFR 60-300.5a.

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