Skilled Laborer - 4th Creek (Full-Time)

Skilled Laborer - 4th Creek (Full-Time)

Salary

$41,121.60 - $67,849.60 Annually

Location

City of Statesville, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600339

Department

Public Utilities

Division

4th Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant

Opening Date

07/29/2026

Closing Date

8/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Job Overview

Skilled Laborer - 4th Creek WWTP

Public Utilities Department

Salary Range: $19.77 - $32.62 Hourly / $41,121.60 - $67,849.60 Annually

FLSA Position Class: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Posting Closing Date: August 25, 2026

Summary

This position is responsible for semi-skilled work in a variety of janitorial, landscaping, and repair assignments involving the use of specialized tools and equipment within the city's water and wastewater treatment divisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Performs a variety of manual work in connection with the landscaping, light maintenance, and janitorial needs within the water and wastewater treatment divisions.
• Operates front end deck mowers, zero turn mowers, turf tractors, and other power equipment.
• Mows areas around the facility, tank sites, pump stations, and other appurtenances of water or wastewater plants.
• Assists operations and maintenance teams as needed for repairs and operations of departmental duties.
• Performs ground and building maintenance as well as landscaping duties on a regular basis.
• Performs janitorial work and general cleaning on a frequent basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in janitorial, landscaping, and light maintenance duties.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license, or any valid driver's license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver's license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of janitorial and landscaping tasks.
• Thorough knowledge in use of common and specialized hand and power tools required for work.
• Thorough knowledge of the safe use, operation, and preventive maintenance of mechanical equipment required in the work.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to interact with the public in a professional manner.

Job Related Physical Requirements

This position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to respond to spoken words, to receive and understand information, and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for assembly or fabrication of parts at/or within arm's length, operation of machines or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, poor ventilation, oils, cutting fluids, and hazards including work around operating machinery, uneven surfaces, and narrow or confined spaces. Employees may be required to wear a respirator or mask during certain circumstances. Employees may be required to work nights, weekends, or during emergency situations when needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits At A Glance

Benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees' benefits differ from full-time employees' benefits and are listed below.

Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here: City of Statesville Benefits

Full-Time Employee Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits

• Health Care Insurance PPO or HDHP/Prescription Drug Program
• Lifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)
• Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Secondary Language Incentive Pay
• Bereavement Leave

Retirement Benefits

• Pension Plan - NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)
• NC 401(k) Empower
• NC Roth 401(k) Empower
• NC 401(k) Match Empower
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Roth 457(b) Nationwide
• Fireman's Pension Fund

Time-Off Benefits

• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• School Visitation - unpaid, up to 4 hours to attend school activities.
• Military Differential Pay

Wellness Benefits

• Health Fair
• Biometric Screening
• Flu Shots
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Other Fitness Center Discounts

Additional Benefits

• Take Home Vehicle (based on position)
• Working Advantage - Employee Discount Program
• Christmas Bonus (Based yearly on City Council approval)
• Employee Appreciation Picnic
• Veterans Breakfast
• Service Award Program
• Career Development (eligible departments)
• Alternative Work Arrangements available based on departmental needs
• Cellphone Discounts
• City Cell Phone (eligible positions)
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Voluntary Benefits

• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Group Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance

Safety Benefits (Eligibility: based on job position)

• Boot Vouchers - yearly
• Safety Glasses - every (2) years
• Hearing Tests - yearly
• Uniforms (eligible departments)

Police Department Benefits

• Law Enforcement Officers' Separation Allowance
• Degree Incentive
• Certification Incentive
• Specialized Unit Incentive
• Shift Differential Pay
• 401(k) 5% Contribution
• Uniform Stipend (based on position)
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Part-Time Employee Benefits

• Health Fair
• Flu Shots
• Employee Appreciation Picnic
• Veteran's Breakfast
• Service Awards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program - Working Advantage Benefits
• Biometric Screening
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Fitness Center Discounts

01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience in janitorial, landscaping, and light maintenance duties AND is that experience listed on this application?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Statesville (NC)

Address 301 S. Center Street

Statesville, North Carolina, 28677

Phone 704-878-3571

Website www.statesvillenc.net