Construction and Maintenance Craftsman

Job Description

Construction and Maintenance Craftsman
W-5 : $21.50 – $31.50 per hour
Department of Public Works

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs journeyman level skilled labor duties in the construction, repair and maintenance of water and sewer systems, highway and traffic systems, building maintenance and similar Public Works projects; installs and maintains water and sewer services; lays main pipes; puts in water gates; packs and repairs gates; connects house services; tap, seals and caulks piping; installs and repairs water meters and hydrants; directs emergency repair crews working on water leaks and breaks; may perform cement work in putting in sidewalks or other structures; when working on highway projects’ places curbs; sets catch basins; builds manholes and drains; sets up forms, spreads cement and or asphalt for roads and walkways; operates power tools, tapping machines, rodding machines performs blacksmith, welding, carpentry and building maintenance tasks.

Checks for satisfactory completion. Incidentally may supervise a small crew of workers at a lower skill level as laborers, helpers, apprentices, motor equipment operators and maintenance men.

Performs snow and ice removal duties.

REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from high school; Two years or more of relevant experience, or a combination that enables performance of all aspects of the position and ability to effectuate results for wide variety of problems in a particular type of work.

Special Requirements
Must possess valid Massachusetts Class B Operator’s License. Licensed by the
Massachusetts Department of Public Safety, and Class 2A Hoisting License preferred.