GENERAL LABORER Full-Time

Penn Forest Township is looking to hire a F/T General Laborer to work at the Transfer Station, Township office and Road Dept. MUST POSSESS a VALID DRIVERS LICENSE WITH CLEAN DRIVING HISTORY, BACKGROUND AND DRUG SCREENING; be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Job Title: Penn Forest Township Laborer

Hours: Per contract

The employee assigned to this position performs light/heavy, semi-skilled/skilled labor. Job sites include, but are not limited to, the Transfer Station, Municipal Building and Township Roads and Park. Duties are generally routine in nature and can be performed independently. Working conditions are generally outdoors with varying temperatures in weather. Assignments and overall supervision is provided by the Road Master for the Road Crew. Assignments and overall supervision of the Transfer Station is provided by the appointed Supervisor liaison. Overall performance is reviewed by the Board of Supervisors through written and oral reports of actions taken and guidance given as necessary.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Ensures that all residents and customers have a valid Transfer Station card Ensures that cards are punched accurately.

Ensures that all customers who exceed bag limits are charged the correct fees Collected fees are recorded accurately according to established policies/procedures.

Receipts must be written for funds collected with a copy issued to the customer listing the items received.

Assists customers who are physically handicapped and display a valid handicap license plate/placard.

Monitors transfer station area during low volume periods and correct any deficiencies noted.

Ensures the transfer station area is properly salted and cindered during inclement weather, which includes snow removal equipment (contact Road Master if supplies/help needed}

Maintains the Transfer Station area in a dean, neat and orderly fashion Monitors status of open top containers and compactors.

Ensures good customer service and avoids traffic backup by opening the other compactor lane when necessary.

Conversations with the general public and information requested are handled in a courteous and respectful manner.

Maintains Township roads and open areas/park per established policies/procedures.

Maintains Township property by cleaning building, cutting grass, raking, weeding, planting and maintaining shrubbery and flowers

Assists in the servicing and repairing of Township equipment Operates Township vehicles and equipment.

General cleaning and washing of vehicles and equipment General clean-up of garage and work.

Ensures maintenance of Township signs.

Cathects roadside debris, removes trees and/or branches from roadways Performs carpentry, masonry and painting duties as. assigned within the employee's capability.

Perform other duties as assigned, must be consistent with normal scope of duties for laborer position.

Essential Functions

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to work in adverse weather conditions

Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks.

Ability to walk, lift and bend while carrying heavy object Possess valid driver's license.

Knowledge of hand tools utilized in construction and maintenance.