Public Works - Seasonal Street Maintenance

 Preforms a variety of unskilled and semiskilled labor assisting full-time employees’ in general street maintenance operations. 

This seasonal position is eligible for a $1.00 /$1.50 per hour bonus program. Bonus amounts are based off of the number of hours worked while in the seasonal role. Full bonus criteria and eligibility details will be provided to all finalists.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintain prompt and regular attendance
• Ability to safely and effectively operate motor vehicles, tools, etc.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other employees
• Work effectively and cooperatively with the general public
• Read and follow verbal instructions
• Abide by all safety rules and procedures
• Ability to work under direct supervision of full-time employees
• Perform work duties under all weather conditions

 
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work effectively alongside various road crews including: paving, milling, patching, tree, drainage, etc.
• Shovel and rake asphalt
• Operate asphalt roller and compactor
• Fill potholes
• Assisting the milling operation
• Directing traffic for various work activities
• Assisting tree crew with groundwork i.e. raking, picking up branches, wood chipper, etc.
• Assisting the sign department by making and installing street signs
• Assisting drainage crew with installing and maintaining catch basins, pipes, drains, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years of age
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to lift 50lbs

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience in Public Works
• Experience performing manual labor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Public Works operations
• Knowledge of various equipment and tools
• Knowledge of basic safety methods
• Knowledge of basic construction methods
• Ability to work productively, efficiently, and safely
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Ability to carry out written and oral instructions
• A commitment to follow the City of Minnetonka’s shared values (see shared values link on employment home page).

 
Our Shared Values: We seek candidates with a commitment to support the organization's shared values; to support authentic communication, be an adaptable learner & innovator, serve as a team player, show enthusiasm, promote health human relationships, and share successes.
 
Our Diversity Equity & Inclusion Competencies:

• To foster effective working relationships and appreciate the differences of fellow co-workers
• To work collaboratively with others, promoting employee talents, skills and ideas
• Reserve judgement; hold criticism and comments in order to listen for different views & perspectives before drawing conclusions.