JSND Job Order #892820;

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he City of Wahpeton is accepting applications for Seasonal Maintenance Workers in the Public Works Department. Must be SIXTEEN (16) years of age and possess a valid ND or MN driver's license. Duties include mowing, grass trimming, street, water, and sewer maintenance. Starting salary is listed at $14.00 an hour. Positions are open until filled.

Applications are available at Wahpeton Job Service (524 2nd Ave N), City Hall - 1900 4^th^ Street North, Wahpeton ND; online at www.wahpeton.com under Employment Opportunities.

Questions can be directed to: Cheryl O'Meara 1900 4^th^ Street N Wahpeton, ND 58075 701-642-8448 or cherylo@wahpeton.com

The City of Wahpeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for routine to semi-skilled seasonal work in the streets, water, and sewer departments. Works under the general supervision of the Public Works Supervisor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may arise and may be assigned as necessary. General labor and maintenance of streets, levees, right-of-ways, storm sewers and sanitary sewers. Some duties may include but are not limited to mowing, weed trimming, spraying weeds, street patching, street striping, catch basin cleaning, storm and sanitary sewer cleaning and other various duties as assigned. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Qualifications: 1. Valid ND or MN driver's license and good driving record 2. Ability to operate or be trained to operate a variety of mechanized equipment 3. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended time 4. Ability to work outdoors entire shift. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES 1. Some knowledge of the tools, methods, and materials used in general maintenance. 2. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. 3. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public. 4. Ability to operate all equipment safely. 5. Physical strength to do strenuous labor in varying weather conditions. PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must on occasion lift 50 lbs, sit for extended periods of time while operating various types of equipment, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, reach and balance. Must be able to use arms, hands and fingers.