Public Works Assistant Young Harris,Ga

Job: Public Works Assistant

Deadline to Apply: January 8, 2010

The City of Young Harris is hiring a public works assistant. This position will have primary responsibilities in the water and wastewater department. Cross-training is required.   

Responsibilities: include repairing, installing and performing maintenance work on all the water and wastewater lines, tanks, and lift stations. Reading meters and taking samples of wells and streams are examples of work that will be required.  This position will have weekly responsibilities at the wastewater plant helping run and maintain the city wastewater plant. Additional duties include maintaining city streets, building maintenance, mowing, and any other duties as required. This position requires weekly, 24 hour, on-call rotation. Because of the nature of the calls, it is imperative that employees are able to respond within 30 minutes of the call.

Education/Experience Requirements: College or Technical School degree or diploma in related areas. Experience in water and wastewater systems operations. Repair and maintenance of water and wastewater system, in ground lines, and pumps. Experience in operating heavy equipment, commercial mowers, and landscape tools. Possession and retention of valid driver's license from the State of Georgia and experience in general maintenance.

Qualifications: This job requires being licensed in water and wastewater services. Preference will be given to those who have certification and appropriate license. In the event that a non-licensed person is hired, then the educational requirements will be as follows: obtain a class III Water license from the State of Georgia within 1 year of employment and a class II Wastewater license from the State of Georgia will be required within 3 years of hire.

Application for employment can be picked up at Young Harris City Hall, 5187 Maple Street, Young Harris, and Ga.  Please submit a City of Young Harris application by January 8,^, 2010 along with 3 work related references, copy of any leave records and provide a resume, if available. The City of Young Harris requires a background check and drug screening before employment.