GENERAL PUPOSE OF THIS POSITION:
Under direction, assist in the maintenance of Streets, Waste Water Collection, Waste Water Plant Operation, Water Distribution, Solid Waste, Parks, Pool, and Cemetery.
SCOPE OF THIS POSITION:
This hands-on position will work under the direction of the Public Works Superintendent, Mayor, and City Council
This position will also require some supervision to seasonal employees, engineers, and contractors to ensure the City of Alcester is maintained in a fluent and positive way.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain a safe work environment
Promote Teamwork, Communication, and positive thinking between employees
Assist in operating Water Treatment Plant and Water Distribution System
Assist in collecting sample
Assist in Daily inspections of Plant Operations
Assist Reading Water Meters Monthly
Assist with locate underground utilities for One Call locates
Keep all city owned building and property secure(locked), organized, and clean
Assist in Maintaining Drying Beds and Solid Waste Site: Mowing, trimming, fence and gate repair, push up wood and concrete pile, burn wood pile when weather permits, rotate compost pile, remove dried waste from drying beds
Assist in keeping storm water inlets clean of debris
Assist with street repairs and maintenance: Snow Alerts, Snow Removal, Sanding, Sweeping, Patching, Chip Sealing, Line Striping, Weed Control,
Assist with Park Maintenance, Mowing, Swimming Pool, Golf Course, Finance Office, and Cemetery
Assist in Maintaining the City Shop - Clean, Organized, Mowed & Trimmed
Assist in Maintaining City Equipment - Perform routine Maintenance, Clean the Vehicles, Maintain No Smoking,
Keep Mayor & Council Members informed before (when possible) & during (when possible) of major repairs
Assist in Supervising and Documenting repairs done by outside contractors
Any other duties as assigned by the Council
Perform the Duties of the Superintendent when he/she is not available
KNOWLEDGE:
State of South Dakota Water & Wastewater Certifications (willing to send to training for strong candidate)
Strong Plumbing Knowledge preferred but not necessary
Operate heavy equipment
SKILLS:
Operate & Maintain Water & Wastewater Equipment
Operate & Maintain Snow Removal Equipment
Operate & Maintain Loaders, Skid loaders, Street Sweepers, and Trucks
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
Treat the General Public with Respect
Self-Motivated/ Self Driven
Strong Time Management Skills
Maintain the Integrity of City Information
Ability to multitask
WORKING CONDITIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds
Be able to work in Outdoor Conditions both Heat & Cold
Be able to walk long distances
Confined Space entry
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Extreme Weather Conditions (Heat & Cold)
MENTAL DEMANDS:
Maintain Calm in Crisis
Work under pressure safely
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Have or able to obtain:
Class B CDL with Air Brakes - required to obtain within first year of employment if not already have
South Dakota Wastewater Treatment Certification I & II - able to obtain
South Dakota Wastewater Collection Certification I - able to obtain
South Dakota Water Distribution Certification I - able to obtain
South Dakota Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificates G,4,7 - have already or able to obtain
FUTURE GOALS:
Attend 15 hours continuing education classes for Wastewater Certification Credits every 3 years
Keep sewer plant organized and functioning properly
Continually work on ways to improve the City of Alcester and its public works
| Location | Alcester, SD |