Nuisance Code Enforcement Worker
Pay: $14.00 Per Hour
Job Type: Seasonal, Part Time
Department/Division: Inspections Department
HOURS OF WORK:
- Typical working shift is 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday. May require some evening and/or weekend hours
- Part-time seasonal position
- FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK:
Under the direction of the Building Inspector, performs various tasks related to enforcement of nuisance code violations and the cleanup of City property.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
- Mowing, trimming and removal of grass, weeds, bushes, trees, limbs, evergreens, etc.on City and private property.
- Painting City signs, guardrails, etc.
- Maintenance and repair and cleaning of mowing equipment
- Cleaning, organizing and proper caring of tools and equipment
- Picking up of garbage, litter, debris and other materials from City and private property
- Assist Nuisance Code Officer with the posting of code violations
- Other assigned and related duties
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Valid Illinois Driver’s License
- Ability 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.
EDUCATION:
- Ability to pass basic reading, writing, and mathematics exam
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Move 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 road side, 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 sideway motion (i.e. laying concrete and operates heavy equipment).
- Moves shoulders and arms in circular and sideway motion (i.e. laying concrete and operates heavy equipment)
- Climb up and down ladders or steps
- Enter 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 materials
- Perform detailed work requiring visual acuity, e.g., repair electronic equipment
- Use non-verbal auditory sources of information, e.g., alarms, beepers, pagers
- Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
- Residency within the limits of Jefferson County is required of all City Employees.
Contact Us
1100 Main Street
Mount Vernon IL 62864
(618) 242-5000
cityhall@mtvernon.com