Summer Crew Worker - Part-time

Temporary Crew Worker for the summer season only. Positions are from a program for hiring High School students.

Program Duration: Approximately an 8 to 9 weeks program

Department: Public Works

Summer Crew Workers: Public Works Branches: Cemetery Operations, Streets, Ground Maintenance, Drainage, Building Maintenance

Work Hours: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (Cemetery) weekdays, 6:30 am - 3:00pm (Streets, Ground Maintenance, Drainage, Building Maintenance) weekdays; may work every other weekend; some evenings, and holidays.

Job Title - Descriptions & Responsibilities

Crew Worker - Cemetery Operations

This position assists Decatur in managing growth while retaining character by creating a unique and comforting atmosphere for the City of Decatur's cemetery. Work involves the maintenance, beautification, and operation of the City cemetery through the performance of heavy manual tasks, the safe operation of specialized tools, light equipment in the maintenance of burial plots and preparation of gravesites. Detailed assignments are given by and work is performed under the direct supervision of the Crew Supervisor.

Crew Worker - Streets

This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City streets, sidewalks, and street signage. Work involves the performance of heavy manual tasks and the safe operation of specialized tools. Detailed assignments are given by and work is performed under the direct supervision of the Streets Crew Supervisor or the Senior Engineer.

Crew Worker - Ground Maintenance

This position is responsible for enhancing the City's unique atmosphere by preserving and maintaining the City landscape. This position assists in creating an inviting environment for the community through landscaping, beautification, and maintenance of the City's parks, right-of-ways, ball fields, and undeveloped lots. Work involves the use of a variety of hand-operated power tools and landscape maintenance equipment. Assignments are given, and work is performed under the direct supervision of the Crew Supervisor.

Crew Worker - Drainage

This position will engage in and supports the mission of the Public Works Department through positive reinforcement and consistent application of rules, regulations, and standard operating guidelines. Demonstrates a commitment to safety by initiating, suggesting, and adhering to procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety and risk avoidance. Assignments are given, and work is performed under the direct supervision of the Crew Supervisor.

Crew Worker - Building Maintenance

This position is responsible for clean-up, maintenance and light repair. Performs custodial activities in various City buildings and parks, such as cleaning bathrooms, washing windows, emptying trash cans, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming floors, dusting furniture and emptying recycling bins. Performs other work as needed or assigned. Assignments are given, and work is performed under the direct supervision of the Crew Supervisor.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Decatur is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training