Laborer II - Water & Sewer - Boyd Lake Water Treatment Plant - Seasonal - City of Greeley

Salary Range: $18.40 - $23.00 hourly 

Hiring Range: $18.40 - $20.70 hourly 

Job Summary:

Seasonal work with the Boyd Lake Water Treatment Plant to help upkeep grounds as well as the facility with opportunities to build treatment certification and water treatment operation skills.

Schedule:
Six months, 40 hours per week. Must have the ability to work weekends, may be asked to work overnight with operation staff.

• Three seasonal positions available:  2 day shifts and 1 night shift (shifts are flexible and will be set up once hired)

Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

• Must be at least 18 years of age;
• Knowledge of how to operate lawn mowers and other landscaping equipment;
• Knowledge of sprinkler systems, running them and repairing them;
• Good communication skills in person and on phone;
• Ability to work alone as well as on a team;
• Good organizational skills and work ethic; ability to prioritize work schedule, daily, weekly and projects;
• Able to follow direction and follow through on duties;
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record;
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Essential Functions:

• Weeding (manually pulling);
• Maintaining sprinkler system;
• Pruning, mowing and trimming;
• Possible construction projects;
• Maintenance of hardscape, sweeping, rocks or gravel;
• Painting /staining on wood;
• Keeping track of tools and equipment;
• May occasionally be asked to assist in the office with phone, filing, or other duties if weather is inclement;
• Emptying trash and building/facility maintenance (cleaning);
• Assist in plant operations once trained (including Copper sulfate dosing of our raw water pond, laboratory work, backwashing filters, etc.);
• Other tasks as assigned;
• Must be able to prioritize work;
• Following instructions as well as taking initiative to carry out duties without being told, once trained;
• Following all safety, and COVID protocols.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to adverse weather conditions;
• Exposure to chemicals, electrical and plumbing materials, dust, dirt, noise, and insects;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a group.
• Manual labor, prolonged standing, kneeling, bending, walking, and climbing stairs;
• Ability to lift and move objects of up to 50 pounds for short periods;
• Manual dexterity enough to operate hand and power tools, move objects, operate vehicles and equipment;
• Flexibility enough to bend, twist and reach as to load and unload equipment, supplies or tools;
• Ability to move over rough, uneven and rocky surfaces in performance of grounds maintenance and repairs;
• Vision enough to perform functions such as identifying materials necessary to complete maintenance on equipment and grounds and to operate vehicles and equipment. 

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to 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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting.  Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: HR@Greeleygov.com.

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.