Washington County, MN

Previous work experience with Washington County Highway Department. Work experience with mowing, tree trimming, refuse removal, flagging (work zone), herbicide/pesticide application. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to: hand and riding mowers, string trimmer, sprayer, automatic transmission truck with a trailer with a combined GVW of under 26,000 pounds and hand tools.. Exposures may include but are not limited to: various chemical agents, fuels, blacktop/diesel/gasoline fumes, fertilizer, temperature extremes, and in rare instances, body fluids.. Have you previously worked for Washington County Highway Department?

maintenance assistant

Salary: $16.51 - $17.78 Hourly Location : Stillwater, MN Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 24-00040 Department: Public Works Dept Division: Highway Opening Date: 03/27/2024 Closing Date: 4/7/2024 12:00 AM Central JOB SPECIFICS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have the ability to read, write and follow written and oral instructions. Must have own means of transportation; individuals operating a motor vehicle for County business must possess a valid driver's license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: One-year grounds or road maintenance experience desired. DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE: <ul><li>Previous work experience with Washington County Highway Department<li>Previous highway work experience<li>Work experience operating hand mower, string trimmer, backpack blower, utility vehicle, janitorial equipment, a truck with trailer, riding mower, hand tools<li>Work experience with mowing, tree trimming, refuse removal, flagging (work zone), herbicide/pesticide application</li></li></li></li></ul> SELECTION TECHNIQUE: Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration. HOURS / DAYS: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. Work schedules (hours and days) and location are subject to change based on department needs. ANTICIPATED HIRING RATE: $16.51/hr JOB SUMMARY This is a skilled position performing manual labor, under limited supervision, in the operation and maintenance of County parks, facilities, highways, and properties. Work is reviewed in progress and on completion. EMPLOYMENT CRITERIA MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have the ability to read, write and follow written and oral instructions. Must have own means of transportation; individuals operating a motor vehicle for County business must possess a valid driver's license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: One-year grounds or road maintenance experience desired. Offers of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing a criminal history background check prior to beginning employment with Washington County. CORE COMPETENCIES, JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESSFUL JOB PERFORMANCE outline essential business and professional traits necessary to perform this job. <ul><li>Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace<li>Knowledge of common tools, methods, and equipment used in parks, highways and facility maintenance;<li>Ability to understand and follow basic instructions;<li>Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time under possible adverse weather conditions<li>Ability to meet and deal with the public in a friendly, businesslike manner;<li>Ability to report to work on a regular and timely basis.</li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES <ul><li>Under limited supervision, performs general highway, parks and facility maintenance work such as maintenance of grass, tree, shrubs and other forms of vegetation, pickup and removal of refuse; cleaning of various buildings, restroom facilities, and other structures; assists in minor repair and general maintenance of standard facilities such as benches, tables, and grills;<li>Operates equipment such as self-propelled riding mowers and others, as assigned;<li>Performs manual labor in the construction and maintenance of highways, park equipment, irrigation systems, swimming areas, trails, grounds, trees, and buildings;<li>Assists in the painting of buildings, fences, tables, benches, and equipment;<li>Reports hazards such as signs down or missing, washouts and other hazards on roadways and ditches;<li>Reports violations of County Park Ordinance;<li>Operates trucks with trailers and performs other maintenance duties as apparent or assigned;</li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> Perform other related duties as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is physical in nature and performed 90% outside, 10% inside. Work performed outside involves exposure to seasonal weather elements including heat, wind, humidity, sand, rain and cold water. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to: hand and riding mowers, string trimmer, sprayer, automatic transmission truck with a trailer with a combined GVW of under 26,000 pounds and hand tools. Duties include being able to perform the following movements on an occasional to continuous basis: Walking, turning/twisting, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling, climbing, reaching and grasping. Duties may include lifting and pulling up to 75 pounds. with or without assistance. Exposures may include but are not limited to: various chemical agents, fuels, blacktop/diesel/gasoline fumes, fertilizer, temperature extremes, and in rare instances, body fluids. Additional physical/mental requirements may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the positions essential functions. Benefits are not offered with this position. 01 Are you at least 18 years of age? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 02 Have you previously worked for Washington County Highway Department? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 03 Which of the following best describes your years of highway work experience? <ul> <li>Less than 6 months</li> <li>6 months to less than 1 year</li> <li>1 year to less than 2 years</li> <li>2 years to less than 3 years</li> <li>3 or more years</li> <li>No experience</li> </ul> 04 Do you have experience operating any of the following (check all that apply)? <ul> <li>Hand mower</li> <li>String trimmer</li> <li>Backpack blower</li> <li>Hand tools</li> <li>Riding mower</li> <li>Utility vehicle</li> <li>Truck with trailer</li> <li>Janitorial equipment</li> <li>None of the above</li> </ul> 05 Do you have work experience with any of the following (check all that apply)? <ul> <li>Mowing</li> <li>Tree trimming</li> <li>Refuse removal</li> <li>Flagging (work zone)</li> <li>Herbicide/pesticide application</li> <li>None of the above</li> </ul> Required Question

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