Street Maintenance I, II, III

City of Andover KansasAndover, KS, US

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Job Description

This position is responsible for the maintenance of the City’s streets. The work performed is skilled, involving the operation of specialized equipment and other assigned tasks. The employee must also be experienced in basic street maintenance. Although the employee works under the direct supervision of the Street Assistant Manager, some tasks may require working independently following prescribed instructions, procedures, and policies.

Starting pay is $16.26 per hr before taking into consideration existing experience.

There are three levels of Street Maintenance positions. What level you qualify for will be based on your prior experience. Pay is then determined by what level you are qualified for. Experience credit is also given for honorable military service.

Job Posting will remain open until filled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK

Mows grass, manage weeds, cut brush with or without power equipment

Assists in the maintenance of roads, ditches, and street surfaces

Performs routine mechanical maintenance of City equipment

Performs snow removal of City streets and grounds

Performs other duties as required.

Level II and III workers may do all of the above as well as :

Assists in the maintenance of roads, ditches, street surfaces, and traffic signals

Routinely operates heavy equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of maintenance and operation of heavy equipment

Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of traffic signals

Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve daily routine tasks

Ability to read and comprehend written materials and oral instructions

Ability to procure needed repair parts and supplies as needed

Ability to lead individual projects and / or departmental employees

Knowledge of safe working habits

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent, required

Minimum of 6 mos - two years of related work experience (Level 1 : 6 mos, Level II : 1 year, Level III : 2yrs), or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required

Must have a valid driver's license and driving history deemed acceptable to be insurable by the City's insurance.

Class "A" Commercial Driver's license with appropriate endorsements already possessed or achieved within 6 months of employment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This work involves physical labor and exertion to manually move, lift, carry, or push heavy objects or equipment possibly weighing 80 lbs. or more with occasional maximum lift of 68 lbs. from floor to shoulder and 30 lbs. from floor to waist. Examples of movements include walking on uneven terrain and surfaces that may be slick from the elements, climbing in and out of ditches, bending, stooping, and / or shoveling as required; trimming trees, accessing heights, etc. The position frequently operates motorized equipment for extended periods. Regular and proper use of PPE is required. Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.

BENEFITS

Vacation Leave — Available after end of training period. Vacation accrues each pay period (every 2 weeks) and accrual rate is based on years of service.

Sick Leave - Accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month, no wait period.

Holidays - The City provides 11 paid holidays.

Medical and Dental Insurance – The City covers at least 85% of the premiums of all plans. Available 1st of the month following date of hire.

Retirement – After the training period, The City will contribute 7% of gross compensation into a 401a plan and will match up to 3% of employee contribution for a total of 10%.

YMCA Discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and Confidential

Tuition Reimbursement - While employed ($1,000 a year)

Life Insurance for employee and dependents - After 90 days paid by the City

Disability insurance for employees - After 90 days paid by the City

Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Andover.

By submitting your application for any position with the City of Andover, you understand and agree to the following statements :

I attest that I will only provide true and complete information. No requested information will be concealed. If any information I provide is untrue, or if I conceal material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

If selected for employment with the City of Andover, I agree to participate in the appropriate examinations, determined by the position, which would include pre-employment drug screening, and could include physical examination, polygraph, psychological, and physical endurance examinations as well. These examinations will be paid for entirely by the City of Andover. Costs of transportation and time involved in completing the examinations are the responsibility of the applicant.

I authorize the City of Andover to contact references provided for employment reference checks.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Andover is an equal-opportunity employer. The City of Andover does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)

The City shall make reasonable modifications in policies, practices, or procedures when the modifications are necessary to avoid discrimination on the basis of disability unless the City can demonstrate that making the modifications would fundamentally alter the nature of the service, program, or activity. The City of Andover will not place surcharges on individuals with disabilities to cover the costs involved in making programs accessible. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and / or interview process should notify the City’s Director of Human Resources.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Drug-Free Workplace

The City of Andover is committed to a Drug-Free Workplace. I understand that the City of Andover requires the successful completion of a urinalysis for drug testing purposes as a condition of employment. Completion of an application does not constitute an employment contract or an offer of employment.

At-Will Employment

Employment with the City of Andover is considered “at-will.” Consideration for employment has not established any obligation for the City of Andover to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either the City of Andover or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Please find more information under the following links :

https : / / www.dol.gov / sites / dolgov / files / WHD / legacy / files / fmlaen.pdf

https : / / www.eeoc.gov / sites / default / files / 2023 -06 / 22- 088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

https : / / www.dol.gov / sites / dolgov / files / WHD / legacy / files / eppac.pdf

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