Contract Laborer

Performs a wide range of manual duties associated with cutting grass trimming and clearing weeds and brush. Must be able to operate weed-eaters edgers and backpack blowers at various locations throughout the city. Collecting loose leaves during leaf season. Extensive walking is required while picking up litter and cutting grass.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist the Grounds Maintenance Division in cutting grass and picking up litter
   

2. Assist the Solid Waste Division in collecting loose leaves during leaf season.
   

3. Use various hand tools to dig sweep and spread materials
   

4. Load and unload materials supplies tools and equipment daily
   

5. Extensive walking is required to pick up litter.
   

6. Other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader Field Supervisor Manager of Grounds Maintenance and the Director or Assistant Director of Public Works.
   

7. Cleans and maintains tools equipment materials and work area.
   

Requirements

• Normal hours: 7:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break
  

• Summertime Hours are May through October: 6:30 AM- 3:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch break
  

• Overtime is occasionally required
  

• Some Saturdays and Holidays are required during Loose Leaf Season (November 1st through March 31st)
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform sustained physical labor in outdoor conditions exposed to extreme temperatures dust and inclement weather.
  
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
  
• Ability to stand walk bend climb and work in varying weather conditions.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Physically able to perform unskilled manual labor.
  
• Ability to follow instructions and work under close supervision.
  
• Willingness to work extended hours weekends and holidays as required (Solid Waste and Storm Water).
  
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and equipment.
  
• Reliable attendance and availability for full workdays.
  

Drug-Free Workplace & Background Requirements

• Bartlett Tennessee is a drug-free workplace.
  
• All contract laborers must pass:
  
• Pre-placement drug screening
  
• Background check
  
• Random drug testing is required at least once annually for long-term assignments (6 consecutive months).
  
• Any worker suspected of impairment or posing a safety risk will be removed from assignment until verified substance-free.
  
• Compliance with all safety and workforce policies is mandatory.
  

Working Conditions

Works outside exposed to extreme weather conditions and inclement weather. Frequently exposed to dust dampness rain snow etc. Subject to hazards of construction work equipment and working around traffic. Subject to excessive noise from equipment. Subject to heavy lifting as much as 50lbs. four feet from the ground. Subject to excessive reaching pulling pushing and feeling. Requires the ability to ascend and descend ladders structures and equipment. Requires bending kneeling stooping and crouching. Requires sitting or standing for long periods of time and extensive walking. Must wear all safety equipment and follow all safety regulations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified individuals to apply regardless of race color religion sex national origin age disability or veteran status.