Service Worker

CANIDATES MUST APPLY VIA THE CITY'S WEBSITE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION. DEADLINE TO APPLY IS 10/29/26 (11:59pm).

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springfieldoh/jobs/5515813/service-worker?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Job Description

The City of Springfield is currently accepting applications for the classified position of Service Worker!

The Service Worker is responsible for performing manual labor while operating a variety of hand tools, trucks, tractors, and other motorized equipment.

Examples of Duties

The duties outlined below represent generalduties of the Service Worker position. Specific job duties may vary depending on the assigned division within the City.

• Operates various vehicles for hauling construction or maintenance equipment and materials, hauling debris, water,and spreading gravel.
• Operates dump trucks to plow snow or to spread salt or sand; operates cab-mounted controls to raise and lowerblade or lo stop and start spreaders.
• Operates pothole patching machines and street flusher.
• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles such as checking fluid levels and inspecting vehicleequipment for needed repairs or damage; reports any malfunctions or damages to supervisor.
• Performs physically demanding tasks related to street and utility maintenance and construction.
• Assists with the installation, repair, and maintenance of water mains, lines, and residential services; installs new orrepairs existing services by tapping into or repairing water lines and mains; drives and stocks service truck; operates a variety of hand and power tools.
• Assists in performing a variety of tasks related to the cleaning, repair, and maintenance of sewer lines; assists insetting up and operating sewer equipment such as television truck, sewer rudder, sewer washer, catch basin cleanertruck, service truck, combo washer/catch basin cleaner, drag machines, and other vehicles and equipment;
• Performs manual work such as cleaning manholes, catch basins, culverts, ditches, and drains.
• All other job related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must possess diploma or equivalent; mechanical aptitude; good physical condition; and possession of or the ability toobtain a Ohio Commercial Driver's License Class A with both tanker and air brake endorsements. 180 calendar days givenfrom date of hire to obtain the CDL, (City assistance available, if needed).
• Requires passage of a pre-employment physical and respiratory examination, including drug and alcohol testing, and completion of a confined space demonstration is required prior to appointment (Testing varies by division).
• *LATERAL TRANSFER* Employee(s) currently holding this classification who are interested in applying for a Lateral Transferout of their current division must file a request in writing to the Human Resources Dept. by the application deadline, this cansimply be an email to [email protected] noting the request to transfer. vacancies are in Utilities and Forestry.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid license and meet and maintain insurability under the City’s insurance plan.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the operating hazards and necessary safety precautions for street and utility maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of the motor vehicle laws relating to the operation of the vehicles.
• Ability to safely operate trucks, tractors, and other equipment of the class in a variety of traffic conditions.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to vehicles.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to perform unskilled and semiskilled maintenance tasks as required by the position.
• Ability to work in confined areas such as valve and meter pits, vaults, pits, sewers, septic tanks, lift stations, manholes,catch basins, trenches, lift stations, sewers, wet wells, tunnels and digestors as some examples.
• Ability to wear and operate life safety devices such as air packs, face masks, safety belts and harnesses and other related equipment.
• Ability to ascend and descend vertical ladders.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co workers, and the general public

Please note: This is a classified position, candidates will be required to take and pass a written civil service exam (70%). Testing dates and times will be sent to applicants after applying.
Please continue to monitor your email and/or Government Jobs account for more details and to schedule for the exam.

The City of Springfield is committed to a diverse workforce as it enriches and strengthens how we advance our mission. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all individuals, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and all the other characteristics that make us unique. Our goal is to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.10 - $28.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Ability to Commute:

• Springfield, OH 45503 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, OH 45503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person