Public Works Crew Person

City of Neenah Mission: “We strengthen our community by building on the past, owning the present, and stewarding the future together.”

City of Neenah Core Values:

• Pursue Growth-Individual development positively influences the community.
• Encourage Innovation-Anticipate change. Embrace creativity and inspire ideas.
• Cultivate Collaborative Relationships-Succeed by fostering mutual respect as we grow and work together.
• Engage with Our Community-Acknowledge people. Hear people. Include people.

Position Overview:

The Public Works Crewman position is responsible for collecting, transporting, and disposing garbage, trash, and recyclable materials.     The position is also responsible for a variety of roadway maintenance and public works construction tasks. The Public Works Crewperson will be responsible for other duties as assigned by the Public Works Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent, or the Fleet Superintendent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates automated collection trucks for refuse and recycling.
• Performs manual collection of household and yard waste.
• Operates vehicles, heavy machinery, and equipment for street-related tasks.
• Hauls various materials, including garbage, recyclables, gravel, and snow.
• Operates snow and ice removal equipment; applies salt and de-icers.
• Maintains streets, sidewalks, sewers, gutters, and lift stations.
• Cleans and maintains detention pond fountains and aerators.
• Performs forestry tasks, including pruning, removal, and planting.
• Repairs streets through patching, crack filling, and sealcoating.
• Maintains landscaping, including mowing and weed control.
• Pours and finishes concrete for pavement, curbs, and sidewalks.
• Assists other departments as needed.
• Installs decorative banners and flags.
• Performs routine maintenance on City vehicles and facilities.
• Communicates with supervisors, co-workers, citizens, and vendors.
• Maintains punctual, predictable attendance and works overtime as needed.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Requires a high school diploma 
• Experience: One or more years heavy manual work experience
• Other: A good driving record. Requires a valid State of Wisconsin CDL with B, C, D and Class N (tanker) endorsement or the ability to earn one within 6 months of hire.  If you do not have a valid CDL,  candidates must have a Class B Commercial Learner’s Permit before hire.  This can be obtained at a local DMV after passing the required knowledge test.

Salary and Benefits:

• Starting Pay: $23.86 per hour
  Starting Pay: $26.25 per hour for candidates with at least two years of experience working for another public works department.
• The City of Neenah offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health, dental, and life insurance.
  • Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.
  • Free employee clinic

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit an online application as soon as possible.  The position will remain open until filled