Job Details
Department Public Works/Streets Bureau Type of Position Full-time, Union Salary/Pay Rate $19.50 per hour Deadline to Apply ongoing MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent. REQUIREMENTS Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test. CDL B required, CDL A preferred.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City streets. Also responsible for leaf collection and snow removal. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Operates dump truck, flat bed truck or other vehicle in hauling gravel, cement, brush, or other materials involved in the maintenance of City streets. Operates a light tractor with gang or sickle bar mower attachment, roller or comparable attachments. Spreads and rakes gravel or asphalt in the patching and resurfacing of streets. Operates power tools including air compressor and jackhammer. Prunes, sprays, feeds and fertilizes, stakes, and otherwise cares for trees and shrubs along City streets. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Experience operating dump truck, flat bed truck, and tractor required. Ability to operate power tools such as air compressor and jack hammer. Ability to work various shifts during winter months. Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in adverse conditions (snow, rain, heat and cold). Required to work overtime during emergency situation. HOW TO APPLY Applicants should send a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position to ...@bethlehem-pa.gov or mail to City of Bethlehem, Human Resources Bureau, 10 E. Church St, Bethlehem, PA 18018. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.