Public Works Assistant

Job Description

DEFINITION:

The public works assistant performs skilled work assisting in all phases of maintaining the city streets, water distribution system, and wastewater treatment system. They will assist with the maintenance of all public buildings and open spaces – including the city pool and parks.

JOB LOCATION:

The majority of the work will take place within the city limits of Hartford, SD but occasional duties may be assigned that are outside municipal boundaries.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Assist with all duties of the public works department including: Streets, Pool, Parks, Water and Sewer.
• Assist with the maintenance of all public buildings and grounds.
• Assist with street repair and maintenance activities including cleaning, patching and snow removal.
• Assists in the inspection and operation of the wastewater treatment facility, wells, testing devices, maintenance and repairs of pumps, transmission lines and related facilities.
• Make periodic inspections of treatment plant and review testing and measuring devices.
• Assists in the maintenance and repairs of the city’s water system.
• Will conduct basic maintenance and repairs of machinery and equipment including the maintenance of associated records.
• May prepare some reports and records
• Assists in the planning for improvements and construction of all projects.
• Perform related work as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the practices, methods and tools of construction, operations and maintenance of public works.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
• Be able to operate various equipment.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to start and finish tasks in a timely manner.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, city officials and the general public.
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
• Must have a valid South Dakota Driver’s License.
• Must have or be able to acquire within 6 months of employment a Class B CDL.
• Must have or be able to acquire within 6 months of employment a Herbicide/Pesticide Sprayer certification.

• Other licensing or certification may be required as needed.

  (All Licensing requirements will be paid for by the municipality)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Graduate or equivalent. Public works experience or knowledge of the practices, methods and tools of construction, operation and maintenance of public works is preferred. Any combination of education and/or experience may be considered by the City Council. Preference will be given to applicants with water or wastewater certification.

Qualified applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this job. No item in this job description is intended to screen out qualified applicants. We encourage all qualified applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation requirements.

COMPENSATION:

To be determined by the Hartford City Council dependent on qualifications and experience.