Highways, Parks, Buildings and Grounds Operator

Highways, Parks, Buildings and Grounds Operator

Salary

$57,844.80 Annually

Location

Public Works Facility-W130N10200 Town 9 Parkway

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600023

Department

Public Works Department

Division

Highway

Opening Date

10/01/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Summary of Job

Operators for the Highways, Parks, Buildings and Grounds Department perform manual labor in the construction, upkeep and/or maintenance of Village buildings, parks, grounds, Village streets, storm sewers, traffic signals, equipment and other property. An Operator may use mowers, snow blowers, trucks, plows, hand tools, power tools, computer or other related equipment in the performance of assigned work. Emergencies and/or other circumstances may require working at any time of the day or night and sometimes for extended hours; overtime may be required. Assignments are outlined by the Superintendent of Highways, Parks Buildings and Grounds, Foreman, and/or Crew Leader. Standard procedures are followed, and work is inspected for safety and economy of operation.

Compensation start $27.81, 6-months $30.29, 1-year $32.73

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs minor repairs and maintenance of buildings; heating, cooling, painting, electrical, plumbing, and rough carpentry;
• Applies fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides;
• Cuts Grass in Village Parks, medians, and right of ways;
• Plants trees, shrubs, flowers and performs related landscape duties;
• Operates chainsaw to remove trees and brush; prunes trees and shrubs;
• Performs repairs to road surfaces and right of ways
• Plows snow in dump truck with wing and plow, loader, and snow blower; salts Village streets, parking lots, and sidewalks. Shovels snow at Village Buildings as required;
• Erects street signs in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements
• Has a working knowledge of traffic signals and streetlight maintenance and repair or the ability to learn;
• Operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, loaders, and skid loaders;
• Performs crack filling duties, operates power tools, and jack hammer;
• Fills out work sheets, and maintains maintenance records utilizing a computer;
• Rough grades and lutes asphalt to finish grade
• Performs masonry work in repairing streets, sidewalks, curbs, catch basins, and manholes
• Performs Janitorial Duties; Vacuums, cleans restrooms, strips/wax floors, etc.
• Picks up debris and trash in Village Parks and along Village right of ways
• Works overtime as required
• Other duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma (or equivalent). Experience in streets and public works construction and maintenance or similar field preferred, but not required.

Other Qualifications

• Thoroughness and dependability.
• Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public.
• Ability to complete the physical requirements of the position.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Wisconsin.
• Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain one within one year of hiring.
• Ability to pass the Department of Transportation physical, drug screen and respiratory evaluation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

• Snow plowing may require working more than eight hours per day and may including work both day and nighttime shifts.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, ability to adjust focus, and the ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.
• Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or provide simple but continuous adjustment on equipment, machinery and tools in the office and in the field including a computer, a truck, heavy equipment, GIS equipment, and other tools.
• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing slightly skilled movements such as typing and to operate various pieces of equipment.
• Ability to recognize and identify degrees of similarities and differences between characteristics of colors, shapes and textures associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.
• Ability to operate in confined spaces and routinely work on irregular surfaces.
• This position is sedentary some of the time, but much of the job requires physical activity including walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending and twisting. Ability to repetitively lift and move objects weighting up to 90 pounds without assistance and 200 pounds with another person approximately five times per week, depending on need. Some tasks occasionally exceed these limits.
• Ability to work for long periods of time in emergency situations.
• Ability to work in potentially dangerous situations around moving traffic, with electricity and with chemicals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of road, parks, grounds and building maintenance procedures;
• Understanding and skill in operating equipment for required maintenance needs;
• Experience with snow plowing and/or with operating other large machinery
• Ability to repair equipment including repair to gasoline and diesel engines;
• Ability to work with the public
• Understanding of traffic signal and street lighting preferred

Language Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to establish good working relationships with all levels of staff and citizenry

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment varies; in the office, the environment is moderately quiet, but in the field, the environment can be loud. Most work is performed with a moderate noise level.
• Ability to work under variable conditions where there is occasional exposure to weather elements, chemicals, electrical lines (and problems). At other times, the environmental factors will be limited to things such as repetitive computer keyboard use, irate individuals and intimidation that may cause discomfort. Much of the position carries the risk of injury when safety protocols are not followed.
• Hours of this position are generally 6am-2pm, but can vary based on workload and schedule. Employee is expected to carry a call phone issued for expected response 24/7; during bad weather and other emergencies. This position is required to work for long periods of time with minimal breaks.

Culture of Learning & Development

The Village of Germantown is committed to future investment by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with the Village of Germantown, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, and interests by participating in the following programs:

• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Supervisory Trainings
• Skill Development Trainings
• Self-paced learning opportunities
• Professional Association membership dues paid by the Village

Employer Paid Leave

• Holidays :11 paid Holidays per year.
• Sick Days :12 days/year, effective the first full month of employment (max 150 days).
• Bereavement: 3 days
• Paid Vacation: Employees earn vacation leave beginning the first day of employment and are eligible to use it as you earn it.

Vacation hours Accrual Rate

Recreation Discounts

Employees are given discounts for our Park & Recreation Programs as well as discount to our Kids Klub childcare.

Wellness Program

The Village of Germantowns Vitality wellness incentive program automatically integrates members' activity data from connections to apps, devices, gyms, studios and more so members can earn Points no matter how they're exercising. Employees earn wellness rewards for taking care of their everyday health-from completing fun activities and Challenges to regular dental exams and wellness checkups.

Employee Assistance Program

The EAP is available at no cost to all employees and their household members. The EAP provides confidential guidance on legal, financial and personal issues that could affect your health, relationships and job performance.

Health Insurance

United Medical Resources (UMR) through United Health Care. Effective on the first day! Employees have a 12% premium share with wellness participation or 25% premium share if they choose to not participate in the wellness program.

• Gold Plan- Deductible: $1,000 Single; $2,000 Family

• Premium - $120.64/month Single; $289.55/month Family

• Silver Plan- High Deductible Health Plan with HSA contribution*

• Deductible: $3,000 Single; $6,000 Family

• Premium $103.20/month Single; $247.69/month Family

• *HSA Village Contribution - $1,250/year Single (quarterly); $2,500/year Family (quarterly).

Dental Insurance

$1,300 annual benefit per eligible person; Premium paid 100% by the Village with $25 deductible.

Life Insurance

Employer-paid basic premium, value equal to 100% of the employees annual salary rounded to the highest $1,000 with employee option to purchase up to two additional increments for a total of 5 times the employees annual salary.

Long Term/Short Term Disability Insurance

The Village of Germantown offers a Short Term Disability plan through ETF to any regular employee that works at least 24 hours per week. The premium is paid 100% by ETF and the plan pays a monthly benefit of 75% of monthly base salary after the employee has been off work for 30 days.

Supplemental Benefits

Accident Insurance and Vision Insurance

Retirement

Wisconsin Retirement System pension program participation with Employer Share 6.95% gross wage. Optional participation in a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.

Flexible Spending Plan

Diversified administered program (Section 125) with ability for pre-tax payment of qualifying medical, dental, and childcare expenses (up to federal limits)

Pay Periods/Direct Deposit

Village employees are paid bi-weekly, every other Tuesday. As an added convenience and safety measure, the Village requires all new employees to sign up for direct deposit of their payroll checks.

Employer Village of Germantown

Address N112W17001 Mequon Rd

Germantown, Wisconsin, 53022

Phone (262) 250-4750

Website http://www.germantownwi.gov