Job Description

Job Posting

The following position is available with the

City of Lafayette. If you are interested in being


considered for this position, applications are ONLY available on-line -


http://www.lafayette.in.gov/employment/.

Work4Lafayette.com

Available with the Motor Vehicle Department:

POSITION:

Laborer

LOCATION:

Motor Vehicle Department


260 S. 3rd Street


Lafayette, IN 47901

HOURS:

7:00 am - 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday

SALARY:

$1658.33-$1903.20

DESCRIPTION:

Incumbent fills chuckholes and potholes; operates mowers and trimmers; hauls away non-perishable


trash such as appliances; trims and chops trees for removal or beautification; rakes leaves from


municipal properties; replaces or repairs city sidewalks. May also collect trash or perform other clean


up duties. Performs related functions, as assigned.




Incumbent should have the ability to use hand tools and power tools, such as chainsaws and other


power equipment needed to complete work assignments; thorough knowledge of procedures for


patching of streets and repairing concrete sidewalks; working knowledge of street layouts and traffic


patterns for the City of Lafayette; ability to operate safely all vehicles in the municipal fleet; ability to


make judgments concerning safety procedures. Related work experience may substitute for


education/training.





Incumbent performs light to heavy work while walking, standing, and sitting. Incumbent is required to


lift, carry, and throw and to use push/pull action to complete work assignments. Moderate skills in


dexterity, vision, and hearing are required for the purpose of completing assigned duties safely.





Work is performed almost exclusively outside under noisy and hot/cold conditions. Incumbent is


exposed to dirt, dust, grease, vibrations, and electrical and mechanical hazards. Incumbent is


required to wear protective gear, such as hard hat, safety vest, goggles, earplugs, and gloves and


safety boots.

REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid Indiana driver's license.

Must be able to obtain CDL

The City of Lafayette is an Equal Opportunity Employer