Nuisance Code Enforcement Worker

Summary

Department/Division: Inspections DepartmentJob Type: Seasonal, Part TimePay: $16.00 Per HourPosition SummaryUnder the direction of the Building Inspector, performs various tasks related to the enforcement of nuisance code violations and the cleanup of City property.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMowing, trimming, and removal of grass, weeds, bushes, trees, limbs, evergreens, etc.on City and private property.Painting City signs, guardrails, etc.Maintenance, repair, and cleaning of mowing equipmentCleaning, organizing, and proper care of tools and equipmentPicking up of garbage, litter, debris, and other materials from City and private propertyAssist the Nuisance Code Officer with the posting of code violationsOther assigned and related dutiesQualificationsEducationAbility to pass basic reading, writing, and mathematics examsRequired SkillsAbility to work independently and efficiently, and problem solve without direct and constant supervision.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the general public and fellow employees.Work ScheduleTypical working shift is 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday. May require some evening and/or weekend hoursPart-time seasonal positionPhysical RequirementsMove heavy objects (50 pounds or more) short distances (20 feet or less).Move light objects (less than 50 pounds) long distances (more than 20 feet).Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time (i.e., picks up trash from the roadside, works under equipment).Lift arms above shoulder level, holding objects (50 pounds or more) (i.e., throws bags and loose trash into a truck, enters the cab of a vehicle).Moves shoulders and arms in circular and sideways motion (i.e., laying concrete and operating heavy equipment).Moves shoulders and arms in circular and sideways motion (i.e., laying concrete and operating heavy equipment)Climb up and down ladders or stepsEnter the cab of a vehicle that is 5.5 feet off the ground.Ability to stand, sit, reach, grasp, lift/carry, walk, climb, kneel, squat/bend, and push/pull.Use written sources of information, e.g., read reports, procedural documentation, reference materialsPerform detailed work requiring visual acuity, e.g., repair electronic equipmentUse non-verbal auditory sources of information, e.g., alarms, beepers, pagersWork safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.Residency RequirementAll applicants shall reside in either Jefferson County or a County adjacent to Jefferson County, including any of the following: Marion, Wayne, Hamilton, Franklin, Perry, or Washington, as their principal place of residence, within six (6) months of hire, and thereafter at all times during the time of their employment by the City. Any employee who shall fail to establish and/or maintain his or her domicile and residency as required herein shall be subject to discharge from employment with the City.1100 Main StreetMount Vernon IL 62864See on map: Google Maps#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Department/Division: Inspections DepartmentJob Type: Seasonal, Part TimePay: $16.00 Per HourPosition SummaryUnder the direction of the Building Inspector, performs various tasks related to the enforcement of nuisance code violations and the cleanup of City property.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMowing, trimming, and removal of grass, weeds, bushes, trees, limbs, evergreens, etc.on City and private property.Painting City signs, guardrails, etc.Maintenance, repair, and cleaning of mowing equipmentCleaning, organizing, and proper care of tools and equipmentPicking up of garbage, litter, debris, and other materials from City and private propertyAssist the Nuisance Code Officer with the posting of code violationsOther assigned and related dutiesQualificationsEducationAbility to pass basic reading, writing, and mathematics examsRequired SkillsAbility to work independently and efficiently, and problem solve without direct and constant supervision.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the general public and fellow employees.Work ScheduleTypical working shift is 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday. May require some evening and/or weekend hoursPart-time seasonal positionPhysical RequirementsMove heavy objects (50 pounds or more) short distances (20 feet or less).Move light objects (less than 50 pounds) long distances (more than 20 feet).Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time (i.e., picks up trash from the roadside, works under equipment).Lift arms above shoulder level, holding objects (50 pounds or more) (i.e., throws bags and loose trash into a truck, enters the cab of a vehicle).Moves shoulders and arms in circular and sideways motion (i.e., laying concrete and operating heavy equipment).Moves shoulders and arms in circular and sideways motion (i.e., laying concrete and operating heavy equipment)Climb up and down ladders or stepsEnter the cab of a vehicle that is 5.5 feet off the ground.Ability to stand, sit, reach, grasp, lift/carry, walk, climb, kneel, squat/bend, and push/pull.Use written sources of information, e.g., read reports, procedural documentation, reference materialsPerform detailed work requiring visual acuity, e.g., repair electronic equipmentUse non-verbal auditory sources of information, e.g., alarms, beepers, pagersWork safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.Residency RequirementAll applicants shall reside in either Jefferson County or a County adjacent to Jefferson County, including any of the following: Marion, Wayne, Hamilton, Franklin, Perry, or Washington, as their principal place of residence, within six (6) months of hire, and thereafter at all times during the time of their employment by the City. Any employee who shall fail to establish and/or maintain his or her domicile and residency as required herein shall be subject to discharge from employment with the City.1100 Main StreetMount Vernon IL 62864See on map: Google Maps#J-18808-Ljbffr