Utility Worker I

Responsibilities

• Perform various semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the installation, maintenance and repair of roads, sidewalks, drainage systems and Town facilities and equipment.
• Performs services and repairs as needed to maintain public facilities and easements including construction projects, minor electrical/plumbing repairs, masonry, carpentry, painting, cleaning restrooms/shop/work areas, etc.
• Operate various hand/gas tools, such as but not limited to weed eaters, riding lawn mowers, shovels, picks, valve keys, pneumatic tools.
• Perform manual repetitive work such as loading, unloading, and carrying materials, supplies, and equipment; placing barricades and warning lights around work area; placing/pouring, finishing, and breaking asphalt and/or concrete.
• Remove debris from street rights-of-ways, catch basins, drainage ways and other Town property.
• Work as part of construction crew in road repair, gravel spreading or ditch digging; perform routine maintenance on machinery & tools.
• Safely operate vehicles and equipment according to department policies and OSHA standards to ensure all assigned areas are clean, grounds are properly mowed and trimmed and adheres to safety rules & regulations.
• Assist with various labor tasks in other departments including Parks & Recreation, Wastewater, and Construction/Code/Storm Water Inspections.
• May be required to work overtime or in an on-call status, as directed.
• May be required to perform various other duties as assigned by the Public Works Director or Town Administrator.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years’ experience in performing heavy manual work in a construction, industrial or municipal setting.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license in the State of Tennessee, valid class “B” Tennessee commercial license is preferred.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles and parks maintenance equipment such as string trimmers, commercial mowers, tractor, etc.
• Ability to use assorted power/hand tools and multi meters in a safe and effective manner.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, professional colleagues, representatives of other public agencies and other employees.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid Medical, at any coverage level, effective the 1st of the month after hire date.
• Dental & Vision.
• TCSR Pension Plan through the State of TN.
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability.
• RoBust Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off - Vacation & Sick Time.
• 13 Paid Holidays.
• Additional supplemental insurance and benefit options.