Grade 2 Skilled Laborer

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Public Works Director, the Grade 2 Skilled Laborer performs essential maintenance functions as required. This is a union position with the Teamsters Local 205.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs of assigned building(s) and equipment
• Accomplish minor plumbing, carpentry, painting, and electrical work
• Operation of a variety of hand tools, electric powered and gasoline powered tools
• Perform tasks such as cleaning, sweeping, mopping, servicing restrooms, moving furniture, receiving material, digging, raking, mowing, trimming, shoveling of snow, and other similar tasks as required
• Table and room set up/tear down for events
• Occasional operation of snowplow or dump trucks
• Performs other assigned tasks as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to perform basic labor functions
• Plumbing, carpentry, painting and electrical skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read and write English, follow oral and written directions
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call outs
• Ability to work the assigned shift of Sunday through Thursday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
• Must be available for snow removal any day any time
• Ability and willingness to take the provided First Aid/CPR/AED Certification class

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a valid PA CDL driver's license, class B with airbrake qualifications
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Computer efficiency is a must
• Must have a basic understanding of building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed mostly inside and includes some outdoor work required within the Municipality. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderate in the field.

DRUG TESTING

Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment) drug screen. Position is subject to random, quarterly DOT drug testing.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a thorough investigation, consisting of a criminal history check, child abuse history clearance, certification check, and education verification check.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.