VILLAGE OF BROOKLYN JOB: DEPT. Public Works Technician
Summary of Job Description
This person will act as directed in any aspect of the Public Works Department, including the Water Distribution System, the Sanitary Sewer Collection System, the Storm Water Collection and Discharge System, the Street System, Village Parks, and Buildings and Grounds.
Supervision received and exercised
The position is performed under the direction of the Director of Public Works.
Duties: (As assigned)
1. Street maintenance.
2. Park maintenance, including cutting of grass, leaf removal and rest room maintenance.
3. Reading of water meters and lift station, water-pumping station meters.
4. Maintain trees and shrubs and other plantings in the Village right-of-ways and parks.
5. Leaf and brush removal in the Village.
6. Assist with snow removal from streets, Village parking lots and sidewalks.
7. On call, as scheduled, for water breaks and problems, sewer backups, snow removal, and other miscellaneous complaints.
8. Assist with the maintenance of decorative street lighting in the Main Street area.
9. Understand principles of employee safety, follow generally accepted safety practices, and report all accidents incurred.
10. Assist in cost saving measures in the department by obtaining approval before purchasing materials or equipment.
11. Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all department equipment used.
12. Rebuild and maintain all grinder can pumps.
13. Repair and maintain vehicles as directed, including oil change, grease, check all fluids and lights, etc.
14. Assist with the preventative maintenance of lift stations.
12. Any additional duties that may be requested.
Summary of essential tasks
1). Must possess good vision, hearing and speech.
2). Must be able to understand and read and interpret manuals, notices and directives.
3). Must be able to interact with Village staff as a contributing member of a work team.
3). Must be able to understand directions and perform well under stressful conditions.
4). Position requires the ability to lift loads up to approximately 100 pounds utilizing proper techniques.
In addition, the position requires the ability to read, review, comment, and correct blueprints and bid documents.
Desirable qualifications for employment
- Ability to operate DPW equipment as deemed necessary by supervisor.
- Must be able to interact with Village staff as a contributing member of a work team.
- Ability to assist other Village staff as needed.
- Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with officials, employees and the general public.
- Hold or ability to obtain a valid CDL license.
- Have mechanical aptitude.
- Have electrical aptitude.
- Desire to grow and learn within the position and needs of the Village of Brooklyn
Physical Requirements and Potential Hazards:
The following identifies the physical demands and potential hazards typically encountered in this position. The information is a necessary part to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA).
Descriptions:
Not applicable: Not required of the position.
Non Essential: Requirement is present but is not essential to the position.
Occasional: Occasional (up to 33% of working time) yet essential to the position.
Frequent: Between 34% and 66% of working time.
Continuous: Between 67% and 100% of working time.
ACTIVITY NOT APPLICABLE NOT ESSENTIAL OCCASIONAL FREQUENT CONTINUOUS
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing X
Running X
Bending or Twisting X
Squatting or Kneeling X
Reaching Above Shoulder X
Level
Climbing (i.e., ladders) X
Driving cars, light duty trucks X
Driving heavy duty vehicles X
Using foot controls X
Repetitive motion of hands X and/or fingers
Grasping with hand(s), gripping X
Lifting/carrying 10-15 pounds X
Lifting/carrying 26-50 pounds X
Lifting/ Carrying more than 50 pounds X
Pushing/pulling X
Work in or exposure to X inclement weather
Work in or exposure to cold X weather
Exposure to dust, chemicals X and/or fumes
Use of hazardous equipment X
Work at heights (reservoirs, X etc.)
Exposure to electrical current X
Seeing objects at a distance X
Seeing objects peripherally X
Seeing close work (i.e., typed X material)
Distinguishing colors X
Hearing conversations and/or X sounds
Hearing via radio or telephone X
Communicating through speech X
Communicating by writing and X reading
Distinguishing odors by smell X
Exposure to aggressive/angry X people
Respiratory protection needs X
Exposure to work in confined X spaces
Other (specify) job description physical abilities may vary
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
