Crew Worker II

Company: Oklahoma City
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: January 22, 2023

Job Description:

Department Information, Job Summary and Essential Job Functions

NOTE:The normal starting salary for this position is $15.68/hourly. A higher salary may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City's step placement policy.

Full-time City employees will receive preference in the following order: major division first, then department, then all other full-time City employees. Part-time/year-round City employees will receive preference next. If there are no qualified full-time City employees or part-time/year-round City employees, external applicants will then be considered.

This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., 427.1 et seq.,(OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.

This classification is located in various departments throughout the City of Oklahoma City. This posting will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Streets, Traffic, and Drainage Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department. However, an eligibility list will be established or supplemented for filling future vacancies, including vacancies in other departments, per provisions of the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement. The purpose of this classification is to serve as a member of a crew, averaging two to four persons and/or to work independently to provide general and semi-skilled labor for construction, maintenance, and repair projects. As crewmembers, the employees work in close proximity to one another to complete jobs requiring a cooperative effort. Workers in this classification will also independently use knowledge and skills acquired previously on the job. Essential job functions include: performing general and/or semi-skilled labor associated with construction, maintenance, or repair activities; operating a variety of power and hand tools; operating heavy power tools and equipment requiring basic skill and training, such as jackhammers, concrete saws, truck-mounted cranes, etc.; preparing and assembling materials, tools, and equipment for transport to and from work sites; assisting co-workers as needed in a cooperative manner; and performing related duties as required and assigned. Employees in this classification must follow safety regulations and procedures at all times. The work may involve minimal contact with the public to answer questions concerning the crew's function, with a supervisor present to respond to unusual questions. The employee typically works under close supervision but may complete routine tasks independently upon receiving verbal instructions from an immediate supervisor.

VETERANS PREFERENCE

Honorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Job Requirements

* Knowledge of and skill in following established safety procedures, practices, and regulations.
* Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others.
* Ability to work under close supervision.
* Ability to follow verbal instructions.
* Ability to operate basic construction tools and equipment.
* Ability to make common-sense decisions.
* Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL).

NOTE: If an individual is selected who does not possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver License, that individual will be classified as a Crew Worker I and be compensated at the Crew Worker I salary range until such time as required licensure is obtained. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining a valid Class B Commercial Driver License within twelve (12) months from the date of hire/promotion/transfer/demotion.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS

* Outside; continuously exposed to heat, cold, humidity, rain, etc.
* Subject to working on or around wet, muddy, or slippery surfaces.
* Possibility of suffering sprains, cuts, or fractures while performing job-related activities.
* Possibility of suffering burns from equipment such as arc welders, cutting torches, etc.
* Subject to working near traffic and moving equipment.
* Occasionally exposed to pronounced strain or vibrations, high concentrations of dust, and intermittent or continued loud and incessant noises when operating concrete saws, jackhammers, grinding machines, etc.
* Occasionally exposed to moderate amounts of silica dust from cement when using jackhammers or when sandblasting.
* Subject to working weekends, holidays, overtime, and irregular hours.
* Local travel daily.

NOTE: Typical City employee working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. However, working hours vary (may require work to begin before 8:00 a.m. and/or end beyond 5:00 p.m., and/or may require work on weekends and holidays), and are subject to change, based on the duties and location of the position and the business needs of the assigned work unit/department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

* Strength enough to occasionally lift, push, pull or carry objects weighing up to 95 pounds.


* Stamina enough to exert one's self physically throughout the workday.


* Flexibility and gross body coordination enough to bend, twist, or reach when performing work-related activities.


* Manual dexterity enough to use hand tools, operate equipment, etc.


* Near and far vision enough to operate equipment, observe traffic, etc.


* Hearing enough to understand conversation in a noisy environment, determine the location of traffic, etc.


* Speech enough to communicate in-person and by two-way radio.



Other Notes

NOTE: An eligibility list will be established from this posting consisting of applicants who receive a score of 70 percent or better. Multiple selection procedures may be utilized; a minimum of 70 percent or better will be required on each; and the results of multiple selection procedures will be equally weighted. The eligibility list will be in effect for 180 days from the date of the final selection procedure and will be used to fill future vacancies.

NOTE: City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card.

NOTE TO FORMER EMPLOYEES: To participate in any selection process, former employees must be eligible for rehire. If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530. If your rehire status has been coded "Not Eligible," "Eligible 3," or "Conditional," you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department's Employee and Labor Relations Division.

NOTE: Upon a conditional offer and acceptance of employment, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a background investigation/verification. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.

NOTE: Upon a conditional offer and acceptance of the position, applicants will be directed for a physical examination.

NOTE: The selected applicant will be provided a copy of the City of Oklahoma City's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy upon conditional offer and acceptance of the position and prior to being directed for a drug test. Full-time City employees currently occupying a job classification requiring a Commercial Driver License will not require retesting.

NOTE: Completion of the supplemental questions is required. Applicant responses to supplemental questions must specifically answer the questions asked. Responses to supplemental questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to supplemental questions have not been provided.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process, please notify one of the Human Resources Department Representatives by calling 405-297-2530.

The City of Oklahoma City is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion.

The City of Oklahoma City will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, creed, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression), age, genetic information, disability or political affiliation.

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