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Home My WebLink About#03 - Public Works Operator PostingTIIF: CITY OF LAKE ELMO STAFF REPORT DATE: April 1.6, 2024 CONSENT AGENDA ITEM: Authorize Public Works Operator Job Posting SUBMITTED BY: Karissa Goers, Administrative Services Director BACKGROUND: We have a retirement in the public works department at the end of this month, leaving a public works operator position vacant. ISSUE BEFORE COUNCIL: Should the Council authorize the posting and advertising for the Public Works Operator position? PROPOSAL DETAILS/ANALYSIS: Included in your packet is a job posting for a Public Works Operator. This posting would allow us to fill any operator position dependent on qualifications. The Public Works Operator performs intermediate work providing skilled operations and maintenance of City infrastructure (water, sewer, stormwater, parks and streets) and equipment. Work is performed under moderate supervision. FISCAL IMPACT: This position has been included in the 2024 budget. OPTIONS: 1) Approve the job posting for Public Works Operator. 2) Do not advertise for Public Works Operator. RECOMMENDATION: If removed from the consent agenda: "Motion to authorize the job posting for Public Works Operator position." ATTACHMENTS: 0 Public Works Operator Job Posting THE CITY OF I A E ELM1._.! The City of Lake Elmo offers competitive pay and benefits in addition to professional development opportunities to all employees. The city's number one value statement is to foster an environment based on trust and ethics. These philosophies and practices help the City in recruiting and retaining exceptional employees. Accepting Applications for the Position of: PUBLIC WORKS OPERATOR III/11/1 HIRING PAY RANGE: $21.97 - $30.81 per hour (DOQ) This range is the minimum for PW Operator III with no experience up to and including a PW Operator I with experience. OPENING DATE: 04/17/2024 CLOSING DATE: Open until filled, with first review of applications taking place on 04/30/2024 POSITION TITLE: Public Works Operator DEPARTMENT: Public Works ACCOUNTABLE TO: Public Works Director FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt UNION: International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49 Hours: Full-time Position Details: The Public Works Operator performs intermediate work providing skilled operations and maintenance of City infrastructure (water, sewer, stormwater, parks and streets) and equipment. Work is performed under moderate supervision. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Street Operations: • Operate various equipment while fulfilling street maintenance duties. • Perform manual tasks related to repair and maintenance of City streets, such as blacktop patching, concrete patching and repair, repairing and replacing traffic signs, and painting pavement markings. • Maintain storm sewer system, including cleaning, repairing, rebuilding, unclogging and de-icing drains and storm sewers. • Prepare trucks and equipment needed for snow/ice removal and calculate the correct amount of material needed. Utility Operations: • Read and record daily flow meters, fluoride usage, chlorine usage, system checks and inspections of well pump houses. • Collect and analyze fluoride, chlorine, hardness compositions in water. Collect and maintain integrity of bacteria, lead, copper, and samples to be analyzed by the contracted lab. • Read water meters and service accounts, including posting notices, terminating service, and performing meter maintenance and repair. • Perform general hydrant maintenance, including flushing, repairs, painting, and lubricating caps. • Water distribution system maintenance operations including flushing mains of sediment/air, gate valve/curb stop operations and functions. • Read and record daily flows from lift stations. Perform daily system checks and inspections. • Assist with maintenance to sanitary sewer system repairs, including flushing, jetting and cleaning, cleaning of lift stations, and performing minor lift station pump maintenance and inspections. • Perform locates for all City utilities. Maintenance and Operation of Vehicle Equipment: Operate pick-up truck, Tandem axle dump truck, tractor, front end loader, bobcat, roller, compactor, back -hoe, excavator, lawn mower and other department vehicles and equipment. • Maintain clean and safe equipment and vehicles. • Perform light vehicle maintenance. Parks/Ground Maintenance: • Perform assorted manual tasks as part of parks/grounds maintenance. • Prepare wood chipper truck, chainsaw, and other equipment for trimming trees. • Flood ice rinks • Perform ballfield maintenance. Competencies Common to All City Positions: • Develop, maintain a thorough working knowledge of, and comply with all departmental and applicable City policies and procedures. • Demonstration by personal example the spirit of service, excellence, and integrity expected from all staff. • Develop respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible. • Confer regularly with and keep immediate supervisor informed of all important matters which pertain to the applicable job functions and responsibilities. • Represent the City of Lake Elmo in a professional manner to the public, outside contacts, and constituencies. While these areas are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City. Position Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Comprehensive knowledge of materials, methods and techniques used to successfully repair and maintain public streets, storm sewer system, sanitary sewer collection system, and a water supply and distribution system. • Comprehensive knowledge of general equipment maintenance and repair techniques. • Comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, equipment, and materials used in Public Works maintenance and construction work. • Comprehensive knowledge of safe operation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of various vehicles, and the ability to operate equipment in a skillful manner. • General knowledge in welding and operating cutting equipment in a safe manner. • General knowledge of electricity, pumps, motors, and generators. • Experience operating heavy equipment in maintenance or construction work, including underground sewer, water, and/or storm sewer utilities, streets and parks or applicable related experience. • Ability to Manage projects/tasks and work crews independently. • Ability to read infrastructure maps and engineering record drawings for the purpose of locating and marking underground utility mains and laterals. • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. • Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with the public and City staff. • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others. • Ability to learn new job skills and work tasks as assigned. • Ability to manage all emergencies related to Public Works. • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors. Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions: This position must be able to respond to after-hours emergencies; being physically onsite within 30 minutes. Most work is performed outside in a field environment involving working inside and outside of vehicles and in confined spaces. Seasonal conditions can include excessive heat or cold. Conditions can include working in wet, muddy, slippery, dusty, and windy conditions. This is medium work requiring the ability to move objects of up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Employee is required to move objects and equipment of up to 100 pounds with support from another staff or lifting equipment. Must be able to climb ladders in excess of 120 feet and descend into and work inside confined spaces. Occasional exposure to caustic material, annoying odor, grease/grime, and repetitive movement. **The physical demands described here are representative to those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The minimum qualifications listed below are written at the Public Works Operator III level. You must meet these minimum requirements to continue in the recruitment and selection process. If you have more extensive qualifications and experience you may be considered for the Operator 11 or Operator I position. Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED Requirements: Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class B driving privileges with air brakes and a good driving record. • Must demonstrate proficient verbal and written communication skills. • Must demonstrate equipment operator skills and knowledge of safety procedures for: • Tandem Axle Dump Truck • Skid Loader • Front End Loader • Tractor • Snow/Ice Removal • Process basic computer skills, including a good knowledge of and experience using: • E-mail and Microsoft Outlook • Web Browsing • Basic Computer Mapping (Google Maps, Bing) • Adobe PDF Viewer • Standard Office Spreadsheet or Writing Software Licenses/Certifications: This position will require the acquisition and maintenance of the following additional certificates/licenses within 2 years of appointment: • Class A Commercial Driver's License with air brakes and tanker endorsement • Class D Water Operator License • Class D/SD Waste Water Operator License • Annual OSHA Training including relevant competent person certificate and HAZMAT certifications OPEN UNTIL FILLED WITH FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS TAKING PLACE 04/30/2024 SEND COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: CITY OF LAKE ELMO ATTN: KARISSA GOERS, ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR 3880 LAVERNE AVENUE NORTH, LAKE ELMO, MN 55042 OR KGOERS@LAKE ELMO.ORG A CITY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT WWW. 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