HomeMy WebLinkAbout#11 - Public Works Operator HireSTAFF REPORT
DATE: December 19, 2017
CONSENT
ITEM #: 11
AGENDA ITEM: Hiring Public Works Operator SUBMITTED BY: Jake Foster, Assistant City Administrator
BACKGROUND: The City advertised for applications for the Public Works Operator position from October 18th to November 2nd, 2017. On November 14th, staff interviewed seven applicants.
ISSUE BEFORE COUNCIL: Should Matt Leko be hired as the Public Works Operator at the terms described below?
PROPOSAL DETAILS/ANALYSIS: Staff recommends hiring Matt Leko as the Public Works Operator. Staff is further recommending a starting wage of $23.27/hour which is the pay rate offered for a probationary Public Works Operator III per the union contract. Mr. Leko has experience working in a public works capacity which he attained while working for Washington County. He has experience in operating heavy equipment, and a background as a heavy equipment mechanic. He also has a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a tanker endorsement. FISCAL IMPACT: The total cost to the City for the hiring the Public Work Operator at this wage would be approximately
$75,000 including wages, taxes, and benefits. This cost has been budgeted for in 2018. RECOMMENDATION: If removed from the consent agenda: “Move to hire Matt Leko as the Public Works Operator at a starting wage of $23.27/hour.” ATTACHMENTS: None