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City of Pittsfield Water/Sewer Maintenance Laborer in Pittsfield, Massachusetts
JOB TITLE: WATER/SEWER MAINTENANCE LABORER DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES - WATER/SEWER DIVISION EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL-TIME/NON-EXEMPT UNION/NON-UNION: TEAMSTERS LOCAL #404 The Water/Sewer Maintenance Laborer helps maintain water/sewer infrastructure with tasks including mowing/brush cutting, snow removal, sanding/salting, and any other required tasks to maintain access to various water/sewer entry points throughout the city. Incumbent will also assist with seasonal hydrant flushing and painting, work with construction crew on water, sewer, and drain repairs. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working relationships. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, bilingualists, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions - recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service. RESPONSIBILITIES - Responsible to maintain access points to all water and sewer infrastructure throughout the system including sewer siphons, water tanks, reservoirs, pump/lift stations. Tasks would include mowing, brush cutting, down tree removal, plow/sanding, maintenance of drainage around storage tanks and along access roads. - Assists construction crews with water, sewer, and drain system repairs. - Assists with hydrant flushing program and seasonal hydrant painting. - Assists with sewer and drainage structure replacements. - Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS - Candidate must be eighteen years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent. - Two years acceptable experience in construction and or related labor fields - Valid Class D driver\'s license - Ability to interact with people on an up-beat and friendly basis regardless of circumstances. WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of the Water/Sewer Maintenance Laborer, the incumbent is required to: interact and communicate frequently with the public, government officials, other staff members and boards, and/or third parties transacting business with the City. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather. Incumbent will be required to be available to respond to emergencies on a 24 hour a day basis. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to climb ladders and enter utility holes, access ways & underground vaults, walk long distances over uneven terrain, lift 50 lbs. from ground to chest height in a standing position, and work outdoors during all seasons. HOURS Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM (Incumbent shall be required to work any time during the 24 hour day to respond to weather related/emergency needs) SALARY Starting rate \$18.52 - \$19.65 per hour Annual increases up to \$25.64 per hour APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, January 2, 2025 @ 4:00PM