Employment Opportunities

School Crossing Guards

GENERAL DUTIES:

Monitor cross walks / street intersections to ensure safe crossing by school children.

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OTHER INFORMATION:

Pay Rate – $8.97/hour

Positions only work when school is in session.

These are part-time positions.  There are no benefits associated with these positions.

Potentially both regular shift and substitute positions available.

Regular positions –

• Normal shifts are 3 hours per day – 1½ hours in the morning and 1½ hours in the afternoon.
• Hours are set based on the school assigned to.

Substitute positions –

• Work on as “as needed” basis to fill open shifts, cover for illnesses / vacations, etc.  Many times there will be limited or no advanced notice of when these positions would be called to work.
• Shifts are 1½ hours in the morning and/or 1½ hours in the afternoon.  Hours are set based on the school assigned to.
• No minimum number of work hours are guaranteed. When a “regular” shift opens, it is normally filled from the interested regular and substitutes crossing guards.

Applications are available on-line and in the Personnel Department, 5th Floor, Municipal Building, One Government Square.

Completed applications should be returned to:

Personnel Department
City of Parkersburg
PO Box 1627
Parkersburg, WV 26102

or to the Personnel Department on the 5th Floor of the City Building.

EOE Employer

POSITION AVAILABLE ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF PARKERSBURG
Assistant City Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Public Works                           DIVISION: Engineering                                       GRADE: S-7 Exempt

Reports Directly to the City Engineer.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs sub-professional engineering work in connection with the design, investigation, development, maintenance or construction of engineering projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform a variety of office oriented sub-professional engineering functions, including researching and preparing preliminary and final design drawings for public works projects throughout the City.
• Maintain records of projects and writes status reports.
• Responsible for producing finished construction drawings in every detail.
• Prepare preliminary specifications.
• Record progress of the project from bidding process through completion of the project.
• Inspect projects for compliance with specifications.
• Perform problem and complaint resolution.
• Write project estimates and field inspections for approval.
• Research and prepare specifications for the purchase of Public Works equipment.
• Research property and deed descriptions.
• Assist with the preparation of pre-bid construction estimates.
• Check contractor applications for payment before approving disbursements.
• Make a variety of measurements and calculations to facilitate determining the amount of payment contractors should receive for work completed and materials used.
• Supervise engineering assistants as required.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to other city units.
• Participate in review of the Memorial Bridge annual inspection report and coordinate any repairs as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering; 3 (three) years engineering experience preferred; familiarity with computerized contract management, AutoCAD, and GIS training; or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training. Must have an Engineering Intern Certification. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Above average oral and written
communication skills. Requires the exercise of considerable discretion and independent judgment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion in dealing with sensitive information. Proficiency in
organizing, prioritizing and multi-tasking. Must be able to interact professionally with the public.

Applications are available:
On-line, and in the Personnel Department, 5th Floor, Municipal Building, One Government
Square.
Completed applications should be returned to:
Personnel Department
City of Parkersburg
PO Box 1627
Parkersburg, WV 26102
or to the Personnel Department on the 5th Floor of the City Building.

THE CITY OF PARKERSBURG IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS
OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, MILITARY VETERAN STATUS, RELIGION, AGE
OR DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES.
2019.03

POSITION AVAILABLE ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF PARKERSBURG
Medium Equipment Operator

DEPARTMENT: Public Works                            DIVISION: Sanitation                               GRADE: H-7 Non-Exempt $13.55/hr

Reports directly to the Foreman or Supervisor.

JOB SUMMARY: Operates a solid waste collection vehicle, in a safe and efficient manner, to collect refuse and recycling throughout the City. Sorts and packages recycling.

RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1) Operates solid waste collection truck with recyclable materials on assigned routes, in a safe and effective manner, collecting refuse and recycling.
2) Picks up, carries and empties trash cans; carries and tosses waste bags; picks up debris and litter.
3) Operates mechanisms for loading and dumping refuse.
4) Collects and empties recycle bins.
5) Sorts and packages recycled materials for sale.
6) Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
7) Maintains equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
8) Performs minor maintenance and repair work on equipment as an aid to operations.
9) Performs general laborer duties as required.
10) Performs other related duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a high school diploma or GED. Basic experience operating medium to heavy equipment, or equivalent combination of experience and training.
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class B).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires extensive walking, lifting, reaching, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, climbing, balancing, and physical coordination, While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes, dust, odors and extreme weather conditions.

Applications are also available at: Personnel Department City of Parkersburg 5th Floor One Government Square Parkersburg, WV 26101 Completed applications should be returned to the address above.

THE CITY OF PARKERSBURG IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS
OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, MILITARY VETERAN STATUS, RELIGION, AGE
OR DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES.
2019.03