Laborer Part-Time Streets and Sanitation
Job Overview:
The City of Pittston is seeking highly motivated individuals to serve as Part-time Laborers in the City of Pittston Department of Public Works. The hours are variable but typically begin at 5:30am or 7:00am Monday-Friday. Competitive wage to start. Part-time staff are typically scheduled for 28 hours per week, but occasional additional hours are required as conditions require.
The primary duties of this position include but are not limited to: streetside collection of garbage and recycling and collection of yard waste/leaves; other duties include maintenance of roadways, street signs and sanitary/storm sewers; weed whacking/grass mowing/brush cutting; maintenance of vehicles/equipment, parks & public property. Applicants must be able to pick up 30lbs, ride on platforms on a moving vehicle; work outdoors in all types of weather, demonstrate experience in working safely in traffic and around heavy equipment, and be able to work well with a team of co-workers.
Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age to apply.
No minimum educational requirement
Ability to repeatedly lift, throw, and carry 30lbs
Ability to work in varying weather conditions, temperatures, and settings
Pennsylvania State Driver’s License (Preferred)
All hired employees must successfully pass a physical and drug screening before beginning work.
Duties:
• Maintenance of all city streets and highways
• Maintenance of city parks and recreation areas
• Maintenance of public property and public buildings
• Basic maintenance of departmental vehicle and equipment (check fluid levels, depose of trash with vehicle, etc)
• Aid in the maintenance of city storm sewer system
• Aid in the maintenance of city sanitary sewer system
• Collection of refuse/garbage as set forth by city ordinance
• Collection of recycling as set forth by city ordinance
• Winter maintenance of city streets and city property
• Assist Code Enforcement in the securing and exterior property maintenance of abandoned and derelict properties
• Support Emergency Management Agency during declared emergencies
• Other duties as assigned
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities or requirements
Please send completed applications to jstrzelecki@cityofpittston.org. If you have questions, please contact Jenna Strzelecki at 570-654-0513 x 2554