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Maintainer Grade II - CDL
POSITION TITLE: Maintainer Grade II - CDL
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
REPORTS TO: General Foreman
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly; Highway union; 40 Hours per week
APPROVED: Town Council Resolution #[pending]
SALARY: $30.92 (Effective 7/1/2025)
JOB SUMMARY:
The Maintainer Grade II CDL under the general supervision of the General Foreman performs a variety of moderate to heavy unskilled and semi-skilled diversified tasks related to the general maintenance of streets including snow plowing, bridges, public grounds, and facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs and must adhere to all work applicable Federal, State and Town safety regulations
• Preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment to include cleanliness, fuel, and grease
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks along with other general maintenance of streets, sidewalks, and public grounds
• Pick up bulk items for Dial-A-Dump Program
• Works on snow removal or emergency operations as necessary
• Knowledge of all highway functions including but not limited to: assist in repair and construction of guard rails, location of sandboxes, cleans gutters, clear snow and ice from streets, clean catch basins, shovels, piles, loads and spreads sand, stone, debris, snow and ice, sweeps garage or shop floors. Laying of pipes patching, and resurfacing roads.
• Performs tree work including removal, weeds, rakes, spades, cleans waterways or ditches, mows roadsides, fields
• Laborers must safely operate and maintain chain saws, power mowers, brush cutters, power grinders, brush chippers, compressors, jackhammers, rock drills, pavement breaker, power blowers, brooms, and other similar equipment. Laying pipes, patching resurfacing roads.
• May perform miscellaneous carpentry, concrete and masonry work or perform unskilled diversified tasks such as mixing concrete, loading and unloading blocks and other materials. Perform sign repair when designated.
• Is responsible for road flagging, as well as curb and lawn repair
• Assist in driving water trucks during machine sweeping, load trucks with appropriate machinery as needed
• Acts as a Maintainer Grade III - Skilled in the absence of that person
EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in writing, verbal or diagrammatic form
• Ability to lift and/or carry objects of medium to heavy weight
• Ability to work occasionally in extreme weather conditions including heat or cold with temperatures sufficiently high or low to cause marked or bodily discomfort
• Must possess at time of appointment and maintain as a condition of employment a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Driver’s License, Commercial Driver’s License, current medical card, and be able to safely operate a vehicle.
• A minimum of two years of related work experience required
• High school diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of the hazard and safety precautions of the trade
• Must wear all safety gear/equipment as required – Personal Protective Equipment
• Must be able to interact and work in a cohesive team environment
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules
• Communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to understand verbal and/or written instructions and follow them as directed.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to feel. Must have the ability to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must understand and have the ability to use common laboring tools. Largely repetitive work with some variations in materials and procedures. Must be in good physical fitness, strength and stamina to perform required strenuous or heavy manual duties, and are expected to maintain such physical fitness to be able to perform the duties.
The employee must be able to climb ladders, work in confined spaces with proper training and equipment. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. These requirements can be satisfied with appropriate prescription glasses/lenses. Occasionally lift 100 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing these duties, you will be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must conform to all Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations. The employee is required to use safety protocols in the performance of their job to include safety vests, shoes, eye and hearing protection.
Public Works PT Office Assistant
POSITION TITLE: Office Assistant - Part Time
DEPARTMENT: Department of Public Works
DIRECT REPORT: Director of Public Works
NON UNION: 19.5 hours per week
SALARY: $16.50 per hour
JOB SUMMARY
Primary Function:
Performs advanced secretarial and clerical duties for the Department of Public Works. Greets public in person and on the telephone, provides general information, answers questions and directs individuals to appropriate party as necessary. Performs general secretarial and clerical duties, including typing, copying and filing correspondence, memos, letters, and other responsibilities as designated by supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Reviews documents to ensure they are complete and accurate
• Creates new files, enters and updates information into computer
• Schedules appointments and works as designated
• Orders and maintains adequate inventory of supplies
• Performs monthly statistics for public works department and finance
• Prepares monthly and quarterly building reports, as required
• Accepts complaints from the general public and takes appropriate corrective action
• Provide service to the public as part of the department of public works
• Performs other related duties, as required
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of general office practices
• General bookkeeping and accounting skills and procedures
• Knowledgeable about construction industry
• Effectively assist the public; prepare records, reports and correspondence neatly and professionally
• Operate a variety of office machines, including copier, fax machine, calculator and computer using standard word processing, spreadsheet and data inquiry software, and type accurately
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
• Ability to utilize correct oral and written skills
• Maintain records and files with precision and accuracy
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
High school graduate, or equivalent, plus at least three years of clerical or secretarial experience (construction background desired); or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is generally performed while sitting or standing in a construction style office environment. Some lifting of small equipment and forms is required. This position does not require heavy lifting on a regular basis; however, when working with the records retention archives, the individual may be required to lift boxes of approximately 20 pounds. Work environment may be subject to changing climate conditions
Pool/Lake Manager - Seasonal Position
Job Title:
Pool/Lake Manager
Reports To:
May report to Director of Parks and Recreation and/or Recreation Program Supervisor
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Union Affiliation:
N/A
FLSA Classification:
Non Exempt (Seasonal)
DESCRIPTION
I. Job Summary
Assists with the day-to-day operations of the indoor pool use at Masuk High School (during
summer season) and the outdoor pool and lake complex at Wolfe Park.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
On site management of day-to-day operations of aquatic facilities.
Assist with the supervision, scheduling and training of all Admissions personnel and
aquatic staff.
Assist in determining the opening and closing of aquatic areas with respect to weather
or other health and safety issues.
Handle customer related issues and concerns.
Recommend purchases and monitor inventory of safety supplies and equipment.
Foster an atmosphere of trust and openness to all members.
Covers assigned areas of pool/beach and patrol locker rooms.
Observe and monitor aquatic patrons enforcing all rules and regulations to minimize or
eliminate accidents and hazardous situations.
Perform and administer emergency first aid when necessary.
Perform any other duties which are necessary to operate and/or maintain the
Department’s facilities.
III. Minimum Qualifications
A. Education: College degree in Recreation or Management preferred.
B. Experience: Minimum of age of 21. Must have at least 6-12 months prior experience in
public customer service and managing the needs of diverse customers.
C. Skills and Abilities: Must hold current or be willing to obtain certifications in First
Aid/CPR and Lifeguarding, WSI (Water safety Instructor), AED or other equivalents.
Must have ability to monitor all activities at Monroe’s aquatic facilities. Must have
maturity, good judgment and leadership qualities. Willingness to work as part of a team.
IV. Physical Requirements
Ability to travel to from all of Monroe’s aquatic facilities. Ability to move about facilities in order
to monitor all activities.
V. Work Environment
Nearly 100% of time spent at indoor pool environment as well as outside pools and beach.
Summer time work including nights and weekends with minimal time off
Salary Range: $17.50 - $22.00 per hour