NEOGOV · 22 hours ago
Operations Specialist - Public Works
Clive Public Works Building, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27.78/hr - $27.78/hr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Operations Specialist in the Public Works department of the City of Clive, IA. The role involves performing manual labor and skilled work related to the maintenance and construction of city infrastructure, including streets and stormwater systems.
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Responsibilities
Drives and operates trucks, tractors, and other motorized equipment with various attachments
Performs installation, maintenance, and repair work on various sizes of pipes, conduits, valves, hydrants, and other water distribution components
Maintains and repairs streets and right-of-ways, including patching, paving, curb and sidewalk replacement, joint and crack sealing, and debris removal
Performs snow removal and ice control using a variety of equipment and chemical applications
Participates in tree and brush pruning, mowing, landscaping, and right-of-way maintenance
Constructs, repairs, and cleans intakes, grates, storm sewers, and other drainage facilities; performs jetting/vacuum cleaning and CCTV inspection of wastewater and stormwater collection systems
Installs and maintains traffic signal systems, fiber optic systems, and traffic control devices; paints pavement markings; maintains work zone safety setups
Maintains, fabricates, repairs, and replaces street signs, posts, and traffic control devices, maintaining related inventories
Performs mechanical and non-mechanical repairs on equipment, including welding, sandblasting, and painting
Cleans tools and equipment after use and stores them properly
Reads and interprets blueprints, technical manuals, construction drawings, and Safety Data Sheets
Collects and disposes of refuse along rights-of-way, parks, or City-owned buildings
Maintains records related to equipment, materials usage, and other job activities
Assists the public by responding to inquiries and complaints and taking appropriate action
Provides assistance and support in City emergencies
Attends required safety and technical training
Regular attendance is essential to this position
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of construction, maintenance, and repair methods, materials, and tools
Skill in operating construction and maintenance equipment
Knowledge of safety precautions for working around mechanized equipment and in public rights-of-way
Ability to calculate or estimate materials needed for projects
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, and technical documents
Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with others
Ability to lead small crews, perform strenuous physical labor under varying weather conditions, and maintain positive working relationships
Ability to perform all duties safely and in accordance with established policies and training
High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET)
Must possess or obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with air brakes and any required endorsements within six months of appointment
Must maintain a good driving record for the past three years
Must establish residency within a 30-mile radius of City Hall (1900 NW 114th Street, Clive) within three months of employment
Must be generally available for off-hour emergencies, snow duty, and work assignments
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
Heavy work, exerting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly
Must be able to lift and move items up to 150 pounds with assistance; remove/replace manhole covers weighing up to 80 pounds; climb into and out of 24-inch openings and equipment cabs; and use tools weighing 30 pounds or more
Frequent near and far visual acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision required to safely perform job duties and operate equipment; corrective lenses permitted
Work is primarily outdoors with seasonal exposure to cold, heat, wind, rain, and snow. Work may involve confined spaces, poor lighting, noise, vibration, wetness/humidity, fumes, dust, uneven ground, and mechanical or traffic hazards. Some assignments may involve unpleasant social situations, high work pace, and irregular hours
Preferred
One year operating light or medium construction equipment
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Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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