CLASS SUMMARY Performs semi-skilled manual work in various departments which requires some previous experience and special knowledge acquired on the job. EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS Work performed varies with department to which assigned. May supervise small labor crew. Participate in loading, unloading and similar operations. Assists in setting up and dismantling playground equipment. Receives calls, investigates and dispatches night crews to remedy routine complaints, reports major complaints to supervisor. Checks excavations for compliance with safety regulations. Acts as helper or assigned as apprentice to Craft Specialist and skilled trade workers in maintenance and repair of assigned buildings. May assist in minor maintenance of an assigned heating plant. Performs various tasks in support of solid waste disposal operations including, but not limited to, attending household hazardous waste and recycling facility, removing refrigerants from appliances, and directing the public. Operates compressors, jack hammers, cement mixers, brush chippers, chain saws, post-hole diggers, sewer augers and other similar power-driven equipment related to the job. Drives various trucks, operates rubber-wheeled tractors with attachments, front-end loaders and forklifts. May be required to operate equipment of the next higher class on occasion. Assists in snow removal operations. Mounts sander boxes and tanks. Performs minor maintenance on street cleaning equipment. Services assigned equipment. Makes minor field repairs. Reports major defects. Prepares necessary reports. Assists in installation, repair and disconnection of water mains, hydrants and valves. Operates pipe and leak locating equipment or performs other operations peculiar to the assigned job. Assists in maintenance and construction of sanitary sewer and storm water infrastructure. Supervises crew engaged in installation, repair and maintenance of traffic signs and markers. Operates lane and crosswalk painting machines and fabricates traffic signs using silk screens. Performs related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Combinations of education and experience that are equivalent to the following minimum qualifications are acceptable. Open Entry Requirements:(Open-entry applicants must meet all requirements when they apply.)Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience: Two years of laboring experience. License: Possession of a valid driver's license. Must possess a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement. Lift Requirement:Job offer is contingent on passing a lift test. Enough strength to lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to 100 lbs.