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City of Lancaster (PA) $21.20 Hourly PA, PA Full-time Dept Public Works Water T&D Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit 6000 Primary Functions and Job Details
Performs routine manual work, usually of a repetitive nature; an employee in this class is responsible for performing duties primarily requiring physical exertion. Examples Of Essential Duties
Follows safe practices in the performance of duties. Uses manual and/or power operated tools on routine tasks. Loads and unloads gravel, dirt, leaves, sewer pipes, timber, chemical, materials, tools and equipment. Cleans sewers, inlets and water systems; washes windows, walls and cleans building. Loads and unloads materials such as dirt, asphalt, salt, storm drain pipes, and sign materials. Performs routine maintenance of equipment and vehicles. Performs extreme physical labor for extended periods of time under all weather conditions with the ability to lift objects weighing up to one hundred (100) pounds. Manually removes litter from right-of-ways and easements. Climbs ladders. Manipulates both large and small tool parts. Operates vehicles of various descriptions. Removes and replaces various types of pavement. Operates various tools including, but not limited to, jackhammer, pavement breaker, shovel, sledge hammer, post driver, tamp bar, chain saw, compressors, cement mixers, and weed eater. Performs manual labor involving loading and unloading trucks, digging of ditches, felling and trimming of trees, cutting brush, and similar tasks. Uses a jackhammer and other power driven equipment. Digs holes and trenches. Drives and operates Public Works vehicles and equipment. Restores streets; finishes surfaces to line and grade. Responsible for maintaining the street cans that are sometimes overflowing from the week-ends and special events downtown. Responsible for citizen complaints, emergencies, storm damage, etc. that come in after the second shift has ended. Performs inlet cleaning, leaf removal and snow & ice control. Provides assistance to journeypersons. Performs additional work duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications
2 years of construction experience is required; utility construction is preferred Graduation from High School or completion of a GED is required. Possession of a valid Pennsylvania State Driver's License. Indoors, environmentally controlled. Outdoor, exposed to inclement weather and extreme temperature. Exposure to noise, pollution. Exposure to waste products. Personal Protective Equipment such as hardhats, gloves, safety glasses, ear protection, rain gear, steel toed safety shoes, rain boots and respirators. Requires standing, bending, walking and sitting and climbing in the performance of duties up to eight (8) or more hours a day. Works around motorized or moving equipment and machinery. Requires working long hours and must be available to handle emergency situations after hours, weekends and holidays. Must be able to perform frequent overtime work which may involve late night or early morning hours. Must have sufficient physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move, and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds. Requires the use of hand tools. Requires the use of air tools, hydraulic tools, and/or electric tools such as jackhammers, pavement saws, tampers. Requires performance of duties occasionally under unfavorable weather conditions. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of safe practices related to Public Works. Ability to operate a vehicle on private and public streets is required. Proven ability to work well under pressure and to maintain positive interactions is required. Positive interpersonal skills are required. Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is required. Proven ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English is required. Proven ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate successfully with others is required. Proven ability to adapt to new or changed situations and to show flexibility in making improvements in work processes and operations is required. Proven ability to exhibit customer-centered behaviors and to focus on customer needs is required. Proven ability to commit to excellence in service and to continuous improvement is required. The City of Lancaster offers a comprehensive benefit package to benefits-eligible positions. Medical (PPO and HDHP/HSA options), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Pension(s), 457 Deferred Compensation, Sick, Vacation, Personal Time, as well as 13 Paid Holidays for non-essential positions (Bonus days given in lieu of holidays to essential positions).
City of Lancaster (PA) $21.20 Hourly PA, PA Full-time Dept Public Works Water T&D Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit 6000 Primary Functions and Job Details
Performs routine manual work, usually of a repetitive nature; an employee in this class is responsible for performing duties primarily requiring physical exertion. Examples Of Essential Duties
Follows safe practices in the performance of duties. Uses manual and/or power operated tools on routine tasks. Loads and unloads gravel, dirt, leaves, sewer pipes, timber, chemical, materials, tools and equipment. Cleans sewers, inlets and water systems; washes windows, walls and cleans building. Loads and unloads materials such as dirt, asphalt, salt, storm drain pipes, and sign materials. Performs routine maintenance of equipment and vehicles. Performs extreme physical labor for extended periods of time under all weather conditions with the ability to lift objects weighing up to one hundred (100) pounds. Manually removes litter from right-of-ways and easements. Climbs ladders. Manipulates both large and small tool parts. Operates vehicles of various descriptions. Removes and replaces various types of pavement. Operates various tools including, but not limited to, jackhammer, pavement breaker, shovel, sledge hammer, post driver, tamp bar, chain saw, compressors, cement mixers, and weed eater. Performs manual labor involving loading and unloading trucks, digging of ditches, felling and trimming of trees, cutting brush, and similar tasks. Uses a jackhammer and other power driven equipment. Digs holes and trenches. Drives and operates Public Works vehicles and equipment. Restores streets; finishes surfaces to line and grade. Responsible for maintaining the street cans that are sometimes overflowing from the week-ends and special events downtown. Responsible for citizen complaints, emergencies, storm damage, etc. that come in after the second shift has ended. Performs inlet cleaning, leaf removal and snow & ice control. Provides assistance to journeypersons. Performs additional work duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications
2 years of construction experience is required; utility construction is preferred Graduation from High School or completion of a GED is required. Possession of a valid Pennsylvania State Driver's License. Indoors, environmentally controlled. Outdoor, exposed to inclement weather and extreme temperature. Exposure to noise, pollution. Exposure to waste products. Personal Protective Equipment such as hardhats, gloves, safety glasses, ear protection, rain gear, steel toed safety shoes, rain boots and respirators. Requires standing, bending, walking and sitting and climbing in the performance of duties up to eight (8) or more hours a day. Works around motorized or moving equipment and machinery. Requires working long hours and must be available to handle emergency situations after hours, weekends and holidays. Must be able to perform frequent overtime work which may involve late night or early morning hours. Must have sufficient physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move, and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds. Requires the use of hand tools. Requires the use of air tools, hydraulic tools, and/or electric tools such as jackhammers, pavement saws, tampers. Requires performance of duties occasionally under unfavorable weather conditions. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of safe practices related to Public Works. Ability to operate a vehicle on private and public streets is required. Proven ability to work well under pressure and to maintain positive interactions is required. Positive interpersonal skills are required. Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is required. Proven ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English is required. Proven ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate successfully with others is required. Proven ability to adapt to new or changed situations and to show flexibility in making improvements in work processes and operations is required. Proven ability to exhibit customer-centered behaviors and to focus on customer needs is required. Proven ability to commit to excellence in service and to continuous improvement is required. The City of Lancaster offers a comprehensive benefit package to benefits-eligible positions. Medical (PPO and HDHP/HSA options), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Pension(s), 457 Deferred Compensation, Sick, Vacation, Personal Time, as well as 13 Paid Holidays for non-essential positions (Bonus days given in lieu of holidays to essential positions).