Sewer Maintenance Laborer (M) - 616

Examples of Work Performed

• Assists in preparing asphalt, concrete, and other street repair materials
• Does manual work in the building and repair of roads, culverts and bridges
• Does related tasks in the maintenance and construction of public facilities
• Flushes and rods sanitary sewer lines
• Aids in repairing and replacing manholes and catch basin lids
• Aids in sewer cleaning and maintenance work
• Loads and unloads stone, gravel, dirt, timber, leaves, and similar items
• Aids skilled and semiskilled workers in varied building maintenance and repair activities
• Aids in snow and ice removal operations
• Sweeps and cleans streets and gutters
• Collects and loads refuse into a truck or movable can
• Trims and waters lawns, trims shrubs and trees, spades, rakes, and otherwise prepares ground and assists in related ground maintenance work
• Completes work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle

Requirements of Work

• Ability to acquire within a reasonable period of time, knowledge of the procedures, tools, equipment and materials used in maintenance work
• Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist
• Ability to shovel, snow, sand, gravel, asphalt, to or from dump truck bed
• Ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds, pavement construction, and windy conditions
• Ability to safely and effectively swing a 20 pound sledgehammer against brick, concrete, or similar substances
• Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to 90 pounds independently; to lift and carry up to 150 pounds with the assistance of another; and to pull, shove, or otherwise maneuver items weighing up to 300 pounds
• Ability to safely and effectively operate a jackhammer and a chain saw
• Ability to continuously perform tasks that require one to push, pull, climb (ladders and in and out of vehicular equipment), bend, twist, reach, stand, and walk about (up to a half mile at a time) for most of an eight hour shift
• Ability to safely wear respirator for supplied air while entering confined spaces
• Ability to communicate and to follow simple oral or written instructions
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement within 120 days of start date
• If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace