Job Description
FULL-TIME PUBLIC WORKS
Reports to: Mayor
Revision date: July 2, 2026
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt- Full Time Position
POSITION SUMMARY-Full Time - 40 hours per week.
Performs a variety of water/wastewater operations, maintenance functions, and street repair including patching streets; mowing city property; grading gravel roads; plowing and sanding streets; and operating all related road maintenance and repair equipment. Repairs and replaces traffic signs. Perform minor maintenance in water and sewer systems, reading water meters monthly and as requested. Beautification of Duncombe by mowing, weeding, watering and occasional planting, and general cleanup of the City. Be a self-starter, have ability to see and complete what needs to be done for City of Duncombe.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
All functions of water/wastewater operator as required by DNR. Required to hold or obtain water/wastewater operator licenses.
Safely operates a variety of street maintenance and cleaning equipment including dump truck, snow plow, tractor, mower.
Safely operates a motor grader or tractor with blade to smooth rock on gravel roads and alleys to fill in ruts and level rough areas. Fills and patches potholes.
Maintains and keeps proper inventory and inventory records.
Removes snow and ice from streets and sidewalks using snowplow, v-plow, sander, snow blower, and other equipment.
Safely operates a variety of hand and power tools used in street maintenance and repair, including street painting equipment; chain saw; hammer; drill; air compressor; electrical and carpentry tools; and surveying tools.
Maintains and services equipment by changing oil; greasing moving parts; replacing filters and other parts; changing tires; cleaning windows; and performing other routine maintenance, checking of oil and equipment before using.
Cleans and maintains storm sewers by removing debris and blockage and repairing and replacing portions of storm sewers above ground or at ground level.
Repairs or replaces street signs according to regulations in the Uniform Traffic Control Manual and city code using city equipment.
Maintains painting of designated parking areas, handicap parking and curb cutouts.
Maintain city buildings, which includes general maintenance: painting, small repairs, cleaning, grass mowing, HVAC system general maintenance.
Safely operates a variety of equipment used in trimming trees and grounds keeping, including chain saw, lawn mower and weed eater.
Use locator to find curb-stops and keep records on location of meters and curb-stops.
Occasionally turn water off and on at curb-stops. Water shut offs due to non-payment of utility bills, new service turn on, and discontinued service shut offs will be decided by City Clerk and will be executed by Public Works.
Use maps and have ability to find water and sewer mains and know where they are located
Review all building permits for accuracy and code compliance. Work with public to resolve permit issues before permits are submitted to council for approval.
Minor maintenance of the city property inside and outside of the buildings. Cleaning of parks and city property, sweeping of city streets. Beautification of the city by weeding, planting grass and watering and keeping the city generally clean, neat and safe.
Provide a typed monthly report at each council meeting and keep daily record of tasks performed as required by mayor and council.
Communicate with City Clerk on budgeted expenditures and future expenditures needed for continuity of service.
Coordinate/obtain quotes for a variety of needed projects and equipment.
Check in with service contractors while work is being performed for the city. Be available to assist but constant supervision is not required.
Set work hours- 8:00 am- 5:00 pm w/ 1 hour lunch OR 8:00 am- 4:30 pm w/ 30 min lunch.
Be on call for emergencies, attend council meetings and be prepared to report unusual conditions of equipment, items needing attention, and items considered to be considered grievances.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skill and abilities.
Knowledge of or ability to learn municipal street and utility systems.
Knowledge of the mechanical components and service and maintenance requirements of, and ability to safely operate loaders, mowers, trucks and other vehicles and equipment used in road maintenance and city cleanup and appearance.
Knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools and equipment used in road maintenance and general maintenance of the city.
Knowledge of the operating hazards of road maintenance and repair equipment and vehicles and corresponding safety precautions in all maintenance departments.
Ability to perform outdoor manual labor for extended periods of time under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to read maps.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the public.
Ability to safely perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, sitting for extended periods, kneeling, lifting, carrying, twisting, reaching, and walking.
Ability to exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly.
Ability to see color to run various test required by the water supply testing
Other specific skills required: Required to use a computer daily, as well as cell phone applications to monitor systems. Required to obtain water/wastewater certifications within 1 year.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Education/Training High school diploma, or equivalent
Work Experience
Water/Wastewater experience preferred
Auto repair/maintenance experience a plus
Construction, with heavy equipment operator experience
General maintenance, including minor electrical and minor plumbing
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Required licenses, registrations and certifications:
CDL
Required Post-offer physical
Yes
Required Drug testing:
CDL Drug Screen is required if vehicle operated should exceed 15,000 GVW
Required Background check:
No
Residency requirement:
No
Required Hearing test:
Yes
Other Testing may be required:
Yes-PCE
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Much of the work is performed in the cab of a truck or tractor or on a mower. Position also requires working outside in adverse weather conditions. The work environment can involve exposure to extreme heat and cold, humidity, dirt or snow and ice conditions; loud noises and vibrations associated with operating heavy equipment, machinery and power tools; moving machinery; working on uneven ground; mechanical, electrical, fire and traffic hazards; and fumes and odors. The work may be in poor visibility, and on streets with inconsiderate drivers.
1. Marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of essential job duties have been excluded from this job description.
2. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective employees are encouraged to discuss possible accommodations with the City.
3. Job descriptions in no way state or imply that the description includes every duty to be performed by the employee in the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other within reason job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
4. The City reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or combine positions at any time.
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
