Public Works Seasonal Laborers

The Town of Weaverville is now accepting applications for Seasonal Workers in the Public Works Department.  Seasonal employees provide general assistance to various maintenance crews.

COMPENSATION:  $17.00 per hour

HOURS AND Flexible SCHEDULE:
possible 8-hour shift, 20-40 hours per week
Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
(may include some overtime)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in maintenance operations at town facilities, parks, streets and sidewalks including weed removal, string line trimming, debris pickup, etc.
• Assists Grounds Maintenance crews with related activities, including tree trimming and tree removal, branch chipping, stump removal, site restoration and watering.
• Assists Street crews with related activities, including sign fabrication, sign posting, pothole patching, street repairs and sidewalk maintenance.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks and assignments, including painting, fence staining, floor sweeping, window cleaning, water meter installations, and site maintenance activities.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis, 50 – 100 lbs on an occasional basis.
• Ability to operate equipment, such as a powered string line trimmer, branch chipper, chain saw, hand saw, pole saw, ladders, pick, pruners, brooms, painting equipment etc.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and with other employees, crew leaders and supervisors.
• Steel-toe safety shoes are required (not provided by employer); all other safety equipment is provided by the town.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
All employees must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or general education degree required. Valid Driver’s License Required. All positions require a pre-employment town-paid background investigation and drug screening.

For more information, contact:

Dale Pennell: (828) 645-0606
dale.pennell@weavervillenc.org