Service Worker

About the role

The Service Worker position is an intermediate skilled position within the Department of Public Works. This position performs maintenance, repair, and construction tasks. All applicants shall demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Village Public Works operations and experience in the performance of Public Works tasks. The Service Worker shall be capable of working in emergencies or long work assignments as the need arises.

Responsibilities

• Brush chipping, leaf collection, and special collection of yard waste
• Ice/snow control, salting, and snow plowing
• Lawn care maintenance including tree pruning, grass cutting, and shrub and flowerbed maintenance
• Sewer and water maintenance/repair by performing service shut off, excavation, watermain work, and pipe cleaning; repair/replacement of water pipes, sewer pipes, and hydrants
• Street and sidewalk maintenance by excavating, filling, moving debris, and using hot/cold asphalt
• Replacement of street light bulbs, poles (excluding wiring) and traffic signalization bulbs
• Masonry work; concrete mixing and form placement; finishes concrete
• Underground wire location for splicing and other electrical work for street lights, signs, traffic meters, and bulb and screen replacement
• Installation of water and sewer main fittings/fixtures in underground situations
• Water meter repair and replacement
• Installation and construction of equipment, tents and materials for civic events
• Repair, replacement, and installation of parking meters, lighting, traffic controls, and street signs
• Repair and set-up of voting facilities and equipment
• Perform new construction and carpentry, basic plumbing and electrical work
• Operation and record keeping of periodic street sweeping
• Collection of solid waste and recycling materials curbside with automated equipment
• Ability to use maps, electronic locating devices, and electronic records to locate and mark underground Village facilities during normal or emergency situations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to understand and execute written and oral instruction.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Training and/or previous experience in operation of trucks, snowplows, and other municipal equipment (backhoe and bucket trucks).
• Training and/or previous experience assisting in maintenance repair and construction tasks such as landscaping and concrete masonry.
• Training and/or previous experience setting up a safe work environment in traffic; valve shut off; repair and maintenance of valves, hydrants, and pipes; and testing for safe underground entry.
• Technical training and/or experience in basic plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems.

Special Requirements

• Maintain a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Commercial Driver’s License (B,C,D) with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain these CDL licenses before end of 6 month probationary period.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Personal computer
• Electric, gasoline, and non-power hand tools and machines including, but not limited to: packers, chippers, salter, leaf vacuum, compressors, pumps, gas meter, air compressor, sewer jetter/vacuum, power and manual saws, power sanders, drills, weed and grass trimmers, hedge trimmers, edgers, sod cutters, rototillers, jacks, hammers, mauls, and picks.
• Operation of powered lawn mower, compaction equipment, valve box vacuum, dump truck, snow plow, street sweeper, tractor/trailer, loader, backhoe, lift truck, CCTV truck and equipment, pick-up truck, and skid steer.

Physical Requirements

• Periodically climb stairs and ladders, balance oneself, work with arms above the shoulder and work with arms extended at shoulder level.
• Repetitively sit, stand, crawl, stoop, kneel, brace oneself, twist oneself, reach below waist level, use fine hand manipulation, use gross hand manipulation, use simple grasping and/or power grip, twist their hands, smell/sniff, speak, pay attention to detail, and listen.
• Repetitively move, lift, push, pull, and carry 60 lbs. or more.

Work Environment

• Exposure to fumes or odors, dusty conditions, noisy conditions, and may sit or stand on vibrating, rocking, or shaking machinery.
• Exposure to wet or humid conditions, smoke, hazardous materials, and confined spaces with limited mobility.
• Exposure to paints, solvents, diesel and gas fumes, fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, adhesives, and cleaners.

Selection Guidelines

• Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview, background and reference checks as well as job related tests may be required.

Supplemental Information

• To apply, submit a formal application online at: www.wfbvillage.gov.
• Health/Dental Insurance:
  • Health: State - Village share per month 88%, Employee share per month 12%
  • Dental: Delta Dental - Village Share per month 88%, Employee Share per month 12%
• Flexible Benefits Plan: Employee determines pre-tax dollar amount for plan year to be used for deductibles, co-insurance, prescription drugs, prescription eye-glasses or contact lenses and other approved medical expenses.
• Dependent Day Care Account: Employee determines pre-tax dollar amount to pay daycare expenses.
• Retirement Contribution Rates (2026): Employer Contributes: 7.2% Employee Contributes: 7.2%
• Police Contract ER Contributes: 14.32% Police Contract EE Contributes: 6.9%
• Vacation: First Year - Prorated based on hire date** After First Full Year: More than 1 year and less than 6 years - 10 days 6 years or more but less than 14 years - 15 days 14 years or more but less than 20 years - 20 days 20 years or more of service - 25 days
• Holidays: All Non PD and Non-Union Personnel: 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Sick Leave: 6 hours for each full month of employment**
• Basic Life Insurance: Payment equivalent to employee annual salary**
• Income Continuation Insurance: 180-day waiting period for full compensation

Terms may vary if under negotiated contract.