DPW Operator- 2nd Shift

The DPW Operator is responsible for performing a variety of routine tasks around the maintenance, upkeep, and services of roadways and easements.

This position is Monday-Friday from 1pm-10pm. The salary advertised includes $1.75 shift differential and $1.50 Class A CDL .

2nd Shift DPW Operator without Class A CDL starting pay is $21.75 an hour (includes shift differential).

Duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Mows and maintains open space areas in the Town.
2. Trims trees that have the potential to fall into the Towns roadways.
3. Operates snow control equipment in the removal of snow and application of salt to Town Streets and properties.
4. Operates leaf collection equipment in the removal of leaves.
5. Repairs and replaces Town street signs, as needed.
6. Assists in the patching and repair of potholes and cracks in Town streets.
7. Collects and disposes of solid waste from buildings and grounds, picks up litter from premises.
8. Inspects streets, alleys, and structures for any deficiencies and determines the appropriate response to correct the problem.
9. Plants trees, shrubs and flowers, and seeds grassy areas.
10. Performs general construction tasks and building maintenance of Town-owned properties.
11. Performs routine maintenance on all tools, power equipment, and vehicles.
12. Performs other work in the workshop as directed by the DPW Manager.
13. Assists other departments, as needed.
14. 2 nd shift responsibilities include all other duties as assigned in the Utility and Storm Water Divisions.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty according to the requirements of the organization. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. CDL is required.

Town-related Competencies: To perform this job successfully, all employees working in the Town should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Teamwork and Collaboration - Gets along with and maintains positive relationships with coworkers. Is willing to help with all types of work, no matter how big or small the task. Asks for and listens to coworkers feedback; incorporates feedback into revised processes. Positively reinforces team members for their contributions and accomplishments. Admits mistakes when they occur, learns from them, and enables others to do the same.
• Service to Citizens - Always represents the Town of Plainfield well; maintains personal accountability and ownership for customer service. Lets customers know that he/she is willing to work with them to meet their needs. Follows up to ensure that requests and concerns are resolved. Understands customer problems and needs; quickly and effectively solves customer problems. Does more than what is normally required to resolve customer concerns.
• Professionalism - Demonstrates professionalism in appearance and actions. Maintains timely, personable, and effective communications with citizens and the general public, and local or intergovernmental contacts and neighboring community leaders. Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude when change occurs. Does not participate in conversations or actions that are disrespectful to others. Uses Town resources and assets wisely, efficiently, and according to Town policy.
• Dependability - Attends work as scheduled; follows the attendance policy and informs his/her manager of absences in advance. Accepts assignments willingly and can be counted on to complete tasks on time. Completes tasks accurately and thoroughly, eliminating the need for close review. Timely follow-through on tasks and projects issued by the Department Head, Town Manager, or Town Council. Does what he/she commits to doing.
• Interpersonal Communications - Communicates clearly, accurately, and respectfully with coworkers and customers. Keeps the Town Council well-informed of any incidents or issues; especially regarding offsite incidents. Keeps sensitive and confidential matters private. Listens to others and seeks to understand others perspectives. Willingly accepts feedback and incorporates it into work activities and interactions.
• Job Knowledge and Work Habits - Takes pride in work and coworkers; performs work with a positive attitude that enables others to perform well. Is willing to ask questions when the job or task is not fully understood. Willingly participates in training to maintain or enhance current knowledge of principles, procedures, methods, and/or technology. Maintains an optimistic outlook when faced with difficulty or change and makes an effort to overcome obstacles. Retains the expected job knowledge; helps others by sharing knowledge.

Job-related Competencies To perform this job successfully, employees in this job should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one year experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a street or construction department job is desired. Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is required.

Other Skills and Abilities: The following skills and abilities are either required or desired.

• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is required.
• The ability to use special tools to include: measuring tools, transit, laser level, welder, grinder, hand tools, acetylene torch, welder, backhoe, dump truck grader, roller, mowers, paint sprayer, sand blaster, weed sprayer, tractor, and chainsaw.
• The ability to operate non-power tools to include: rakes, shovels, hammers, and brooms is required.
• A working knowledge of the mechanics of equipment used to perform periodic maintenance, repairs, and adjustments is required.
• The ability to operate all Street and Construction Department vehicles is required.

• Must be able to accurately locate and mark underground assets for locate requests through Indiana 811.

• The ability to be on call 24/7 or the ability to have a system in place that responses may be handled in an emergency situation is required.
• The ability to adapt to work plans as they are affected by weather conditions in a timely manner in order to achieve quality results is required.
• The ability to work in emergency situations to include: snow events, tree damage from storms, and signs down due to different situations is required.
• The ability to maintain cooperative relationships with the Town officials and with the general public is required.
• The ability to operate a computer, printer, copy machine, scanner, fax machine, and other office equipment is required.
• The ability to speak, read and write in English is required. Spanish is desired.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell; and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with the use of an assistive device.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), and the ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); working near moving mechanical parts; working in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; the risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to very loud.

While the offices of the DPW Department are usually open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., this position may require work beyond these hours and on the weekends. It also requires the ability to drive DPW Department vehicles. Thus, a valid drivers license is required.