Applications being accepted for Road Laborer

Painesville Township Service Department

Road Laborer Position

This position performs a variety of tasks related to the repair, replacement, and maintenance of the Township streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, storm sewer infrastructure, and signs. The position is also responsible for assisting the Township in providing various services including seasonal leaf pickup, tree maintenance and trimming, snow plowing and ice control, assisting in working special events, maintaining Township buildings, property, and rights-of-way, and providing other services to the community as needed. Employees in this position are part of an on-call rotation required to respond to emergencies after hours if necessary. This position requires the individual to be able to lift 75 pounds regularly and 100 pounds occasionally.

This position is responsible for operating various vehicles and equipment including dump trucks, backhoes, loaders, skidsteers, and other types of vehicles and equipment. Candidates must possess a Class B-CDL with air brake endorsement, or have the ability to obtain one within six (6) months. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, and attention to detail, develop positive working relationships with contractors, residents, and township staff and be able to work well in a team environment. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent with one to three years of related work experience preferred.

The Fiscal Year 23-24 hourly rate for this position is $22.00 to $29.03 per hour and is eligible for overtime, on-call pay, and other compensations. The Township provides an excellent benefit package including participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS), health insurance, vacation leave, holidays, sick leave, and other benefits. Selected finalists will be required to pass a pre-employment background check, physical exam, and drug screening. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume along with three references, or complete the township’s employment application on the website at painesvilletownship.com and email it to wthompson@painesvilletwp.com. Applications can also be mailed to Painesville Township 55 Nye Rd Painesville Ohio 44077. Painesville Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.