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This is a hybrid position. This position works as a Parks Department Maintenance Technician from April 1 to September 30 each year and then works as an Equipment Operator in the Street Department from October 1 to March 31. Full s can be found on the City's website. The Parks & Recreation Maintenance Technician performs a variety of construction, maintenance and repair duties on the City parks buildings, facilities, public areas, and grounds. Some positions may have specialization or specific assignments such as arborist, swimming pool maintenance or irrigation/sprinkler maintenance. The job is in the public eye and represents the City at local parks, providing customer service and answering questions of park visitors. The job may direct part-time/seasonal employees. The job is supervised by the Parks Maintenance Supervisor. The job requires knowledge of building trade skills, grounds keeping and landscaping skills, and the ability to operate the tools and equipment required to complete the assigned tasks. The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public. The work environment includes a building and grounds maintenance environment and outdoor weather conditions including extreme temperatures. The job is occasionally exposed to hazardous chemicals, light and medium equipment, power equipment, and noisy and/or loud equipment, which subjects the employee to mechanical hazards. The job requires operating light and medium equipment and power tools and operating vehicles. The Equipment Operator is a journey level position operating light and medium equipment and performing maintenance duties for Street Operations Department. The job requires knowledge of the operation of power tools and light and medium equipment such as dump trucks with trailers, backhoes, loaders, sweepers, equipment transport vehicles, and snow plowing equipment. It requires knowledge of maintenance techniques for streets, storm drains, and levees. The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public. The work environment is a public street environment that may include exposure to adverse weather conditions, trench excavation, traffic hazards, moving vehicles and heavy equipment at the job site, and hazards involving the use of power tools and equipment. The noise level is generally moderate but with occasional exposure to noisy and/or loud equipment. Both jobs are on-call positions, responding to emergency situations. Employees designated as immediate response personnel must live thirty (30) minutes or less from their usual daily work site. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Maintenance Technician * Performs a variety of building construction and maintenance work including carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, welding, and concrete assignments. * May perform specialized assignments or have specific areas of responsibility as an arborist, swimming pool maintenance or irrigation/sprinkler repair and maintenance. * Performs grounds keeping and landscaping work in the City parks, public areas, and recreation/sports areas, including, but not limited to, mowing, tree trimming, fertilizing, irrigation, and pest and weed control. Maintains, repairs, and installs automated sprinkling/irrigation system. * Designs and updates Park sprinklers/maps on AutoCad. * Operates all equipment in the Parks Department inventory including, but not limited to, motor vehicles, excavator, loader, backhoe, bucket truck, and dump truck. * Operates hand and power tools. Maintains, services and repairs equipment and tools. * May direct work activities of seasonal/part-time employees. * Maintains inspection, maintenance, and repair records, documentation, and logs. Makes purchases with City purchasing card and reconciles purchase orders and billing monthly. * If assigned to irrigation/sprinkler maintenance, designs, installs, maintains, and repairs automated irrigation systems, including automated operating systems, in all parts of the City. * Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. * Equipment Operator * Operates power tools and light and medium equipment including, but not limited to, backhoes, loaders, compactors and dump trucks with trailers. Other equipment may include sweeper, camera van, equipment transport vehicles, snow plows, and related maintenance equipment of the assigned department. * Performs flagging and traffic control duties at work sites. Performs basic maintenance on vehicles and equipment. * Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. * Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. * Performs maintenance and repair work on City streets, storm drain system and levees. Patches holes and seals cracks in asphalt pavement with hot asphalt and crack seal mixture. Prepares road surfaces for chip sealing, fog sealing, microsealing, and other related maintenance applications. * Maintains levee system by cutting trees and clearing brush, cleaning head gates, and clearing debris basins. Maintains storm drain systems by clearing lines, spillways, debris grates, and debris basins using jet trucks and related equipment. * Transports hot asphalt, chips for chip sealing, and other repair and maintenance materials to repair and stockpile sites. Transports debris from repair sites to dump, storage and/or recycling sites. * Performs snow and ice control work on streets by pre-treating with brine solution. Performs snow and ice removal using equipment to plow, sand, and de-ice streets and roadways, including removing debris from streets and roadways and transporting to dump site. Mixes pretreatment (salt brine) solution for application ahead of storms. * Trains to operate all equipment used by the Department. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS* * High school diploma or GED * Class A CDL with specified endorsements* * Flagging certification * CPR and First Aid certification * Two (2) years of general grounds keeping or building maintenance experience is preferred. * Two (2) years of light and medium equipment experience is preferred An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered. * Hiring Note: The Equipment Operator position requires a Class A CDL with endorsements within six (6) months of hire date. Failure to acquire this certification by the established date will violate the terms of the position and will result in layoff from the position. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials or manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms; operate a motor vehicle or job-related equipment; climb ladders, work at heights, and work in confined spaces. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As a Parks Operator, you will assist in enhancing community aesthetics by maintaining clean facilities, open spaces, and the community forest in order to promote community gathering, provide recreation opportunities, support special events and a growing community. Performs related work as required. The principal function of an employee in this class is to perform manual work associated with the repair, maintenance and beautification of City parks, athletic fields or related areas. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a Lead Operator. An employee in this class performs duties as required or as assigned by supervisory personnel. The principal duties of this class are performed in an outdoor environment that may involve adverse weather conditions and related hazards. Job Description Parks Operator Why Work With Us The City of Twin Falls offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, City-paid life and disability insurance, wellness programs, and free or discounted access to recreation amenities like the pool, golf course, and library. About Twin Falls Twin Falls is a vibrant, growing community that blends small-town charm with big-city amenities. With nearly 300 days of sunshine each year, endless outdoor adventures in the Snake River Canyon, and a lively downtown filled with local shops, restaurants, and events, Twin Falls is a place you'll be proud to call home. Interested? Click here to apply!

The Water Operator I is responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Municipal Water System on an assigned shift basis. Work is performed under the direction of the supervisor in charge.Essential Functions Operates, services, maintains and checks equipment, instruments, pumps, valves; Takes readings of pressures, volumes, weights, levels, flows and other data, and records them on log sheets; Makes routine water quality tests; Performs maintenance on Water Division equipment, pumps, pipes, vehicles, buildings, structures and grounds; Collects samples, performs simple analysis, and records results; Installs, repairs, and inspects water lines, valves, pumps; Responds to calls and concerns from the public; Installs, reads, and repairs water meters; Locates and marks water lines; Performs after hours “on call” duties for the Department. Remains within a 1-hour response time while “on call”; Assists in various duties, shifts and functions of the Water Division operations; Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Licenses and Other Requirements Idaho Class “B or Higher” Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment; Class I Water Distribution License or the ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment; Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer Powered by JazzHR 6XnDJp6sSJ

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Job Summary: This position is responsible for providing semi- and highly-skilled labor and equipment operation provide the public with safe, clean & well-maintained street, pedestrian and storm drainage systems for the convenience and safety of the public. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Street Maintenance Operator I: * Performs various tasks in the installation, repair, and maintenance of road systems, alleys, and public right-of-way; detects unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment and respond accordingly. * Proficient in the safe, efficient operation of a variety of hand and power tools including hand shovels, rakes, jack hammers, dirt compactors and other tools to maintain gravel, asphalt and concrete streets and surfaces. * Conducts adequate pre-trip inspections on equipment and will report and request maintenance needs. * Performs operation of common equipment including front end loader, small skid steer loader, riding roller, pickups and other utility maintenance vehicles. * Assists with set up and removal of traffic control devices; assists with street patching activities for both asphalt and concrete surfaces; assists with sanding, brining, and street maintenance operations within safety guidelines appropriate for the equipment and activities assigned. * Performs snow removal processes; able to follow map routes to complete assigned snow routes in an efficient and timely fashion. * Must be willing to respond at variable hours to address emergency or snow related events. Street Maintenance Operator II: in addition to above duties * Proficiently operates more advanced equipment including motor grader, paving machine, street sweeper, Vac Truck, and backhoe to maintain asphalt, concrete and gravel surfaces, clean streets and remove snow, and to complete special projects. * Performs minor carpentry and concrete finishing activities to include building and setting forms, forming curb and gutter, setting walls, and flat work to meet the required specifications. * Performs minor repairs and adjustments on equipment to protect the operational integrity of the machinery, to include building, changing, and setting brooms on street sweeping equipment. * Completes flagging activities to control the flow of traffic around active job sites, to maintain a safe work zone for crew members and warn the public of potential safety hazards. * Familiar with traffic control configuration for maintenance and short-duration activities. Street Maintenance Operator III: in addition to above duties * Provides guidance for lower level work crews in the completion of daily tasks to achieve effective time and resource utilization. * Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment including explaining street maintenance procedures; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner. * Conducts pre-treatment process for pro-active ice removal; able to complete all salt brining activities independently to include mixing salt brine to achieve desired results. * Performs advanced operation of all equipment used for maintenance activities including double wing plows and/or winged blades during extremely adverse weather conditions Qualifications: A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate to fulfill the role and responsibilities of this position will be considered for all levels: Street Maintenance Operator I: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and demonstrated mechanical aptitude, along with familiarity in street/road construction and /or heavy equipment operation. Street Maintenance Operator II: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with (1) year directly related experience in street/road construction and /or heavy equipment operator experience, having completed a minimum of 400 hours of training to demonstrate proficient operation of more advanced equipment including motor grader, paving machine, street sweeper, Vac Truck, and backhoe to maintain asphalt, concrete and gravel surfaces, clean streets and remove snow, and to complete special projects. Street Maintenance Operator III: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and (3) years related experience in street/road construction and /or heavy equipment operator experience. All Operators: Must possess a valid driver's License. Level II and above: Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker and air brake endorsements or ability to obtain within 180 days from date of hire required for Level II and above. Work Environment: * Required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. * Frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. * Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell. * Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. * Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The Equipment Operator is a journey level position operating light and medium equipment and performing maintenance duties for Street Operations or the Water Department. In the Street Department, the job requires knowledge of the operation of power tools and light and medium equipment such as dump trucks with trailers, backhoes, loaders, sweepers, equipment transport vehicles, and snow plowing equipment. It requires knowledge of maintenance techniques for streets, storm drains, and levees. In the Water Department, the job requires knowledge of the methods of water distribution repair and installation of water mains, services, valves, hydrants, meters and storm/Sewer related infrastructure, operations of power tools and light and medium equipment such as dump trucks with trailers, backhoes, compactors, power brooms, snow plowing equipment and loaders. The job requires Class I Drinking Water Distribution Operator certification.* The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public. The work environment is a public street environment that may include exposure to adverse weather conditions, trench excavation, traffic hazards, moving vehicles and heavy equipment at the job site, and hazards involving the use of power tools and equipment. The noise level is generally moderate but with occasional exposure to noisy and/or loud equipment. The job is an on-call position, responding to emergency situations. Employees designated as immediate response personnel must live thirty (30) minutes or less from their usual daily work site. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Operates power tools and light and medium equipment including, but not limited to, backhoes, loaders, compactors and dump trucks with trailers. Other equipment may include sweeper, camera van, equipment transport vehicles, snow plows, and related maintenance equipment of the assigned department. * Performs flagging and traffic control duties at work sites. Performs basic maintenance on vehicles and equipment. * Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices. * Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. * Street Department * Performs maintenance and repair work on City streets, storm drain system and levees. Patches holes and seals cracks in asphalt pavement with hot asphalt and crack seal mixture. Prepares road surfaces for chip sealing, fog sealing, microsealing, and other related maintenance applications. * Maintains levee system by cutting trees and clearing brush, cleaning head gates, and clearing debris basins. Maintains storm drain systems by clearing lines, spillways, debris grates, and debris basins using jet trucks and related equipment. * Transports hot asphalt, chips for chip sealing, and other repair and maintenance materials to repair and stockpile sites. Transports debris from repair sites to dump, storage and/or recycling sites. * Performs snow and ice control work on streets by pre-treating with brine solution. Performs snow and ice removal using equipment to plow, sand, and de-ice streets and roadways, including removing debris from streets and roadways and transporting to dump site. Mixes pretreatment (salt brine) solution for application ahead of storms. * Trains to operate all equipment used by the Department. * Water Department * Assists plumbers in performing installation, maintenance and repair work on City water lines, service lines, hydrants and valves. * Installs water meters, performs live main line taps, flushes lines and fire hydrants. Backfill, compact and patch utility cuts in pavement. * Transports gravel, sand, asphalt or other backfill material used to repair utility cuts and stockpile sties. * Performs snow and ice removal using equipment to plow, sand, and de-ice on City streets and sidewalks. * May be assigned to assist with pulling pumps and cleaning water storage tanks. * Assists in training other employees on operating equipment and trains to operate all equipment used by the Department. ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS* * High school diploma or GED * Class A CDL with specified endorsements * Flagging certification * CPR and First Aid certification * In the Water Department, Class I Drinking Water Distribution Operator certification * Two (2) years of light and medium equipment experience is preferred An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered. * Hiring Note: The Equipment Operator position requires a Class A CDL with endorsements within six (6) months of hire date in Street and Water; and/or a Class I Drinking Water Distribution Operator certification within eighteen (18) months of hire in Water. Failure to acquire this certification by the established date will violate the terms of the position and will result in layoff from the position. CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position. Knowledge of: * Methods and techniques of safely operating power tools and light and medium equipment, including but not limited to, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks with trailers and related equipment of the assigned department; * Methods, techniques, and objectives of snow and ice pretreatment and removal; * Methods and techniques of using power and landscaping equipment; * Methods, techniques, and objectives of flagging and traffic control; * Equipment maintenance methods and techniques; * Federal regulations and City policies regarding safe work practices relating to use of light, medium, and heavy equipment, power tools, and hand tools; * Operation of a personal computer and job-related software applications. * Street Department * Methods, techniques, and objectives of street, storm drain, and levee maintenance and repair. * Water Department * Methods, techniques and objectives of water line installation, maintenance and repair. Skill and Ability to: * Operate light and medium equipment of the assigned Department; * Train to qualify to use all equipment used by the Department; * Perform maintenance and repair duties of the assigned Department; * Perform levee tree and brush clearing, maintenance, and repair work; * Perform traffic control and flagging duties; * Perform basic vehicle and equipment maintenance; * Operate hand tools, power tools and equipment; * Maintain a professional demeanor at all times; * Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; * Complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations; * Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public. * Street Department * Prepare road surfaces for chip sealing, fog sealing, and related maintenance; * Perform pre-storm de-icing work on road surfaces and plow, sand, and de-ice impacted roads and streets; * Perform storm drain clearing, maintenance, and repair work. * Water Department * Assist plumbers with installation and repair of water lines, service lines, hydrants, valves and meters; * Perform road and street repair, including utility cut repair; * Perform hydrant flushing and valve exercise programs. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials or manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms; operate a motor vehicle or job-related equipment; and work in confined spaces. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Water Department is looking for a new full-time team member to assist in the maintenance and repair of the water production and distribution system to ensure a clean and. . .

Ground Force Worldwide has an opening for a Saw Operator. Are you organized, can track significant detail, have the ability to move quickly, and can work in a heavy industrial environment? If so, we have the role for you. Our internal department customers need your positive, efficient, and highly organized support so they can wow our external customers! Starting Wage $23-$26/hour depending on experience. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: * Setting up the saw machine, making adjustments for each job * Set stops or guides to specific lengths * Operate the saw machine, keeping an eye out for any defects or issues * Inspect material for damage and proper thickness * Notify team-leader and/or makes necessary adjustments or repairs to saw if needed * Perform other duties, assignments and special projects as assigned. Position Requirements * The ability to set-up, adjust and operate a saw machine * The ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints * Ability to read and use measuring equipment such as tape measures, micrometers, and Vernier calipers * Must be able to lift 50 lbs frequently throughout the day Expectations: All employees are expected to interact with other members of the organization in a professional and respectful manner, with the goal of producing on-time and high-quality work being the highest priority. All employees must maintain excellent communication with supervisors and engineers and a professional attitude and approach to issues within the company. We are a drug free workplace and require pre-employment testing. Benefits of Employment In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401(k) with matching contributions. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace. About Us We are a "Solution Driven" manufacturer for the mining industry. At Ground Force Worldwide we design, engineer and manufacture the World's Finest Mine Support Equipment. We offer a diverse product line for surface & underground mining and have trucks working in over 60+ countries worldwide. We have been providing our customers and dealers with custom solutions for over 30 years. Our history of innovation and strong customer relationships around the world prove us a World Leader in our industry. For more information, visit ******************** Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: ********************** The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at ********************. All other applications must be submitted online.