Public works Job Opening

The Town of Griffith, Department of Public Works seeks a skilled laborer position. This position performs various duties which may include; Road repair and maintenance, water main and fire hydrant repair and maintenance, Sewer repair and maintenance, seasonal leaf-vacuum duties, snow plowing and lawn mowing or maintenance. Desired individual must be able to operate a wide range of equipment and/or power tools in a safe and efficient manner. Individual must be able to perform light maintenance such as lubricating, fueling and cleaning of dump trucks, backhoes, front-end loaders and similar machinery. Candidate must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in all types of extreme weather conditions and work in confined spaces. Position is year-round, 40 hours per week and requires the ability to be “on-call” for emergency call-out situations. Evening and weekend duties may be required. Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and possess a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a satisfactory driving record with a minimum of two years’ experience. Desired individual must have the ability to operate equipment in a construction environment and possess the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, construction documents, operational, procedural and maintenance manuals.

Selected individuals must pass a pre-employment physical which includes drug and alcohol screening. Background check is also required.

Please submit resume to the Griffith Clerk Treasurer’s Office, 111 N. Broad Street, Griffith, IN 46319 weekdays from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Apply by April 13. Preferred start date is November 1st or earlier.

Job Type: Public Works Department, Full-time
Required education: High school diploma or equivalent
Required license or certification: CDL Class B endorsement