Laborer

Salary : $47,195.20 - $53,476.80 AnnuallyLocation : Street Division, INJob Type: AFSCME Regular Full-time (40hrs/week; benefits)Department: StreetOpening Date: 03/26/2026Closing Date: 4/2/2026 11:59 PM EasternFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: AFSCMETypical Work Schedule:: Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 4:00 pmPosition Reports to:: Street Superintendent, and/or Assistant Superintendent and/or Sidewalk Supervisor.Supervises Staff:: NoDescriptionPerforms general labor to maintain City streets and to support various department projects.DutiesThis job description is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all job functions performed. The following are essential duties for this position, performed with or without reasonable accommodation:PrimaryMaintains and repairs City streets and right-of-ways, using various types of equipment such as air compressor, chipper, shovels, chain saw, rakes and lutes.Patches streets, sidewalks, curbs, inlets, and alleys using appropriate equipment and materials.Operates dump truck, asphalt screed, concrete finisher, tractor, small sweeper and leafer to clean and maintain City streets and right-of-ways as assigned. Regularly checks trucks and equipment to ensure proper fluid levels and mechanical functions, prepares work orders for necessary repairs.Removes debris such as leaves, sand, and snow from streets, sidewalks, parking lots, drains, and alleys.Trims and clears trees, leaves, and brush from City streets and right-of-ways using chain saws, chippers, stump grinder and leafers.Flags traffic at street construction sites.May be called for emergency work at times other than the regular shift period.Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment.Performs related duties as assigned.Job RequirementsHigh school diploma; or equivalent (GED); or combination of education and experience that give the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B with air brakes) within probationary period. Current CDL-B or CDL-A holders, preferred.Experience and skill in the operation of equipment and hand tools such as air compressor, chain saw, chippers, leafers, lutes, shovels, stump grinder and rakes preferred.Knowledge of safety procedures for working around heavy equipment, and/or working around traffic.Knowledge of and ability to operate trucks and related equipment. Experience operating asphalt screeds, concrete finishers, and related hand tools, preferred.Basic knowledge of the mechanics of light equipment and ability to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs.Difficulty of Work and Personal Work RelationshipDifficulty of WorkPerforms duties which require frequent bending and lifting, pushing and/or pulling of equipment and tools. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. Incumbent is expected to remain standing and working for long periods of time with periodic breaks, and may be exposed to jolting, bumping and vibrations of equipment.Performs majority of duties out-of-doors, in varying weather conditions, and is periodically exposed to excessive noise, dirt, dust, and vehicle and equipment fumes. Safety precautions must be used at all times to avoid injury to self and others.Personal Work RelationshipsEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including co-workers, City and other government officials, community groups, and the general public.An Equal Opportunity Employer, La Egualdad De Oportunidades De Empleo Es La Ley. The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.The City of Bloomington validates authorization to work using E-Verify, which provides the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's I-9 form to confirm work authorization.We offer an excellent benefits package to regular full-time and part-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, and personal time off.Eligible employees receive 13 paid holidays per year. They may earn up to 4 weeks (160 hours) of Paid Time Off in their first year of employment and 5 weeks (200 hours) in their second calendar year of employment.The City contributes 100% of the 14.2% of a regular employee's salary to their retirement fund through the Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS). Employees may contribute additional pre-taxed dollars to a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan account to supplement their retirement earnings. The City will contribute double the amount of the employee's 457 (b) contribution to a 401(a) account up to $30 per pay.Health, vision, and dental insurance premiums are subsidized by the City and are available on day one of employment to regular employees. Employees may elect the High Deductible Insurance plan with the City providing an HSA contribution and if the employee is a non-smoker or participating in the Tobacco Cessation program, the employee only plan is at no cost to the employee.Employees and their dependents (ages 3 and up) who are on the City's health insurance may utilize the City Employee Health Clinic.Employees may receive over $2,400 per year in HSA contributions and wellness reimbursements, insurance discounts, and incentives.The City offers life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long term disability insurance at no cost to employees. Employees may elect voluntary term life and short-term disability insurance.After 1 year of employment, six weeks of paid parental leave are available to eligible employees.Employee Tuition reimbursment plan.*Student Loan Forgiveness: The City of Bloomington is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans.*City Employees can participate in the Sustainable Commuter Incentive program for financial incentive.City Employees are able to ride the Bloomington Transit for free.*Conditions and restrictions apply. All new hires to the City for American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) positions will initially start out at Step 1 of the assigned pay grade for the assigned position. Then after a 120 day probation, pay will increase to a minimum of a Step 2 for that position, however based on the new hire's skills, knowledge, abiliites, and experience the pay could be moved to a higher step.01Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL-B with air brakes) within probationary period.No, I do not have the ability to obtain a Class B with airbrake CDL within my probation period.Yes, I do have the ability to obtain a Class B with airbrake CDL within my probation period.I currently hold a valid Class B (or higher) with airbrake CDL02High school diploma/GED or combination of education and experience that give the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.YesNo03Describe any prior experience or skills in the operation of equipment and hand tools such as air compressor, chain saw, chippers, leafers, lutes, shovels, stump grinder and rakes. If you have no prior experience, type NA.04Describe any prior experience you have with safety procedures for working around heavy equipment and traffic, operating trucks and related equipment (including asphalt screeds, concrete finishers, and hand tools), and performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs on light equipment. If you have no prior experience, type NA.