Public Utilities Seasonal at Allendale, Township of (MI) – Allendale, Michigan

SUMMARY:

Allendale Charter Township is hiring a seasonal Assistant Operator for our Public Utilities department to assist with routine maintenance to the water distribution system. This position will report to the Public Utilities Water and Wastewater Supervisors and will work approximately 40 hours per week for up to six months. This position does not offer benefits due to its seasonal designation. The wage range for this position starts at $18.45 per hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to speak clearly and communicate effectively on the telephone and in public.
• Flush hydrants.
• Exercise mainline valves, hydrant valves and hydrants.
• Assist with special projects as requested.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Previous work experience in a similar position is beneficial; however, no public experience or training is required.
• Attention to detail, self-motivation, logic, intuition, analysis, and judgement.
• Computer knowledge is beneficial.
• Knowledge of maps and blueprints is beneficial.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

General working conditions are outside. Employee must be willing to work in all weather conditions, to include adverse weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to operate equipment involved in the maintenance of the facility.
• Ability to lift and carry 50Ibs.
• Ability and working knowledge of how to use hand tools

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

None

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this job. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all skills required in this job, nor is it intended to limit the authority of the Township Supervisor or any Township manager or supervisor to assign or direct the activities of employees under his or her direction. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new requirements may be assigned, at any time, with or without notice.

Allendale Charter Township is an “at-will”, equal opportunity employer. If a job offer is made, employment may be contingent upon the successful completion and passage of a medical examination and other appropriate background checks, which may include providing body substance samples (e.g., blood, urine, and/or hair). We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, genetic information, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, age, disability, marital status, height, weight, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.