Construction Worker II - Engineering Dept.

City of Jackson, TN • Jackson, TN

217d • $19

About The Position

The person employed in this capacity will perform his/her duties under the direction of the Public Works Director, Superintendent of Stormwater or Group Leader. This person will assist with the construction and maintenance of the City's stormwater system.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in storm drainage or site work construction.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brakes required.
• Considerable knowledge of heavy-equipment operation principles.
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations.
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in storm drainage construction.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to observe proper safety precautions.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods.
• Must have working knowledge of current traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a manual or automatic transmission dump truck to load or unload materials used for daily construction activities.
• Operate tools, machinery, and heavy equipment.
• Operate power driven machinery such as a jackhammer, wacker packer, walk behind vibratory roller, and other small equipment and tools to perform storm drainage construction.
• Lay and repair culverts and headwalls.
• Assist with the construction, installation, and repair of curb inlets and drainage structures.
• Form, pour and finish concrete for items such as inlets, headwalls, and driveways.
• Clean, flush, and remove debris from culverts, inlets, and ditches.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations and work cooperatively with others to provide quality service.
• Assist in the installation of traffic control when lane closures or road closures are needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED