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Public Works Technician

Inframark is hiring Public Works Technicians to join our team. You will be performing manual labor and operating departmental equipment. We would ask you to perform grounds maintenance duties, including mowing right of way and maintaining municipal property.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as backhoes, jackhammers, chain saws, lawn mowers, chippers, leaf machines, weed eaters, concrete saws, paint strippers, or tractors with bush hogs in compliance with OSHA and ESG safety regulations.
• Mow and trim assigned property; remove brush, tree limbs, and leaves with chipper and leaf machines; clean alleys and rights-of-way; trim hedges and sidewalks.
• Plant and fertilize trees, shrubs and flowers as directed spray for weeds in flower beds and on lawns.
• Perform cleaning tasks in assigned area, such as sweeping, mopping, emptying trash receptacles, cleaning grit screens or grates, picking up trash/debris, or hauling refuse and recycling material to landfill.
• Repair sidewalks and other concrete areas; resurface and repair roadways; maintain roadway curbs, crosswalks, and stop bars; finish concrete; clear roadways of debris.
• Performs minor building repairs, including minor electrical and plumbing repairs and/or painting tasks; assist with maintenance of departmental equipment; fuel trucks.
• Assist in sodding and landscaping property; assist with storm clean up; repair fences; remove animal carcasses from roadways.
• Clean and repair drainage structures; lay pipelines; expose existing utility lines to aid heavy equipment operator and keep operator away from obstacles
• Assist with the installation, cleaning and maintenance of roadway traffic and informational signs
• Assist with the preparation of public events, festivals, parades and ceremonies, including installation of decorations, assembling stages and structures, and maintaining garbage disposal bins during an event.
• Direct and control traffic at work sites.
• Attend safety classes, reinforce and comply with company safety policies.
• Work harmoniously with ESG employees and the public and comply with all ESG policies.

Qualifications

Prefer six months of landscape experience, high school diploma or GED, or specialized vocational training. Must have a valid state driver's license and meet minimum driving standards.

Knowledge of:

• Basic math to include addition and subtraction.

Skills in:

• Handling or using machines, tools, equipment or relevant work aids. Job involves some latitude for judgment regarding attainment of a standard or in selecting appropriate equipment.

Ability to:

• Read simple sentences or instructions; write simple sentences; speak simple sentences using basic grammar.
• Perform semi-routine work following procedures with occasional problem-solving required; requires normal attention for accurate results.

Working conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, bright and/or dim light, dust or pollen, intense noise levels, vibration, fumes or noxious odors. All required safety standards shall be adhered to mitigate risk from moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, heights, blood-borne pathogens, traffic, animals and wildlife, toxic or caustic chemicals, and other identified hazards.

Physical requirements

This position requires frequent standing, kneeling, bending and climbing. The employee must be able to use hands to operate and manipulate tools and equipment. This position requires very heavy physical exertion including the ability to lift over 50 pounds and exert over 100 pounds of force on a regular basis.

The employee must be willing to work non-standard and overtime hours as required.

The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and depth perception.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Employees shall perform all other duties as required .Inframark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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**Job Overview:**
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising work in a variety of trades performing plant operations and maintenance and repair of facilities at the Fort Irwin Army Installation. Everyday supervision of Collective Bargaining Agreement Personnel engaged in the maintenance and repair of crafts including but not limited to power generation, security, alarm systems, roads and grounds, HVAC, building & structures, locksmiths, barracks, weld shop, sign shop. Provides safety training, guidance, maintenance of records and enforcement of all section personnel. Schedule, coordinate, distribute and supervise daily workload and provide quality assessments of work accomplished. Identify systemic problems and develop cost efficient solutions through effective interaction between staff and management. Responsible for planning, inspecting, and assigning work to subordinate leads and employees. Must ensure that safe working conditions exist and that safe work practices are followed.
**Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:**
(Not limited to duties as described -- performs related duties as requested)
+ Supervise installation, operation, maintenance, and repair work.
+ Assign work to subordinates.
+ Lay out and explains work assignments.
+ Inspect completed jobs.
+ Estimate time and materials required for a job.
+ Initiate requisitions for supplies and equipment.
+ Examine and approve operation log sheets and time records.
+ Direct supervision of subordinate supervisors and crafts trade leaders or journeyman level workers, or other employees in the shop or section.
+ Arrange for employee training or trains subordinates.
+ Schedule safety meetings.
+ Perform skilled duties.
+ Perform work required in emergency situations.
+ Participation in all APTIM/HDSS EHS and Quality procedures.
+ Communication with customers, government officials and subcontractors.
+ Must be able to act professionally in the presence of the public and co-workers.
+ Supervise installation, operation, maintenance, and repair work.
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ High School diploma or equivalent.
+ Completion of related technical courses equivalent to a two (2) year Associate Degree preferred.
+ Must possess a valid California driver's license.
**Skills Required:**
+ Ability to interpret technical materials, bulletins, and manufacturing specifications while providing technical assistance to tradesmen.
+ Utilize catalogs and parts manual to obtain repair parts and materials accurately and efficiently.
+ Ability to use good judgment and common sense when performing job functions.
+ Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
+ Ability to be accurate in all phases of work performed.
+ Microsoft Office proficiency.
**Working Conditions:**
Working conditions may involve exposure to mechanical, structural and electrical hazards, high pressure and high-speed equipment, confined spaces and/or outdoor work in inclement weather.
Position: Salaried
Work Week: M-F
Work Hours:
Overtime: Exempt
**Physical Factors:**
The following terms are used to describe the percent of time spent performing the physical factors below: occasionally (1%-33%); frequently (34%-66%); continuously (67%-100%).
Standing: frequently Reaching: occasionally Sitting: frequently
Walking: frequently Stretching: occasionally
Lifting: occasionally Pushing: occasionally
Moving: frequently Pulling: occasionally
Bending: occasionally Climbing: occasionally
Stooping: occasionally Balancing: occasionally
Twisting: occasionally Kneeling: occasionally
Crouching: occasionally Crawling: occasionally
**ABOUT APTIM**
APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.
What you can expect from APTIM:
+ Work that is worthy of your time and talent
+ Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
+ Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
+ A voice in making our company better
+ Investment into your personal and professional development
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current salary for this position is $95,000 per year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
**Employee Benefits**
APTIM Federal Services, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace .
+ Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
+ Life insurance
+ Short-term and long-term disability insurance
+ Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
+ 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
+ APTIM (k) Plan Features (makeityoursource.com) ( APTIM - Helpful Documents
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Job Description

Job Description

Position: Department of Public Works Part Time Seasonal Help

Salary & Hours: Pay $20.00 per hour

The City of Fraser is now accepting applications for part time seasonal help consisting of 29 hours per week within our Public Works Department. Duties include park maintenance, grass cutting, painting and various other duties as assigned.

Requirements for eligible applicants are a minimum age of 18 years old, a valid driver's license and must pass a physical and drug test.

Applications are available on the city website or at City Hall.

The City of Fraser does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), religion, age, disability or genetic information in the employment or provision of services.

Send your application to:

City of Fraser

Attn: Human Resources

33000 Garfield, Fraser, MI 48026

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Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION

Performs routine semi-skilled tasks related to the construction, maintenance and repair of streets, water and sewer lines, and other related public works tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Must be in good physical condition, and have the ability to physically withstand strain of performing manual tasks for long periods at a time.

Ability to learn how to operate and maintain a variety of hand construction equipment.

Ability to learn how to operate single axle trucks; air compressor, boring machine, tapping machine, and back hoe.

Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license and be able to obtain a CDL within three months.

Must be available to be on call for emergencies.

High School graduate or equivalent.

Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Starting Rate: $23.50/hour

After hire, pay increases are dependent on length of service, advancement in the position, and other contractual factors.

This position is represented by the AFSCME union. For more information reference the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement: Collective Bargaining Agreements

Benefits offered for this opportunity: AFSCME Benefits Summary

The City of Ann Arbor offers a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.

Role Summary:

To provide care and management of the public trees within Ann Arbor’s urban forest.

Education, Training and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• 3 years Urban Forestry experience
• Minimum 2 yrs climbing with ability to obtain line clearance certification within 1 year

Licensing Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License
• A CDL-B with Air Brake Endorsement is required prior to the expiration of the probationary period.
• CDL-A with an N Endorsement is required within 1 year of hire.

View Additional Requirements and Information at: Public Works Technician - Forestry Job Description

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Feeling like the only way up is into project management, but your passion lies in deep technical design? Ardurra offers a technical leadership track where you can steer complex infrastructure solutions, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and see your expertise directly improve the communities we serve. Join our Public Works Group in Meridian or Nampa locations!

Required Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related
• Washington or Idaho PE license required (or ability to obtain within 18 months)
• 5-15 years experience in public works
• Proven record of leading the design and construction of water, wastewater, water‑resources, and related infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated technical leadership and team guidance skills
• Familiarity with land‑use codes and submittal processes highly beneficial
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Key Responsibilities   

• Provide technical leadership and direction from concept through construction close‑out
• Lead advanced analyses, modeling, and design reviews for complex public‑works projects
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and resources to achieve project goals and maintain schedule/budget integrity
• Develop and maintain project technical standards, QA/QC procedures, and innovation initiatives
• Mentor and empower junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence

Salary

$110,000 - $160,000 (depending on experience)

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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Ardurra is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Public Works discipline in San Antonio, TX !

Ardurra is a multidisciplinary civil engineering services firm which provides broad-based solutions tailored to the specific needs of the public and private sector. We leverage the depth of our professional and technical expertise, as well as our integrated structure, to deliver practical, innovative solutions for our clients.

We have been creating opportunities for our employees to develop both personally and professionally. As a result, our team has contributed to some of the nation’s most important infrastructure projects. These are projects that can positively impact people’s lives.

Primary Function

The Project Engineer (Engineer IV) acts as a staff specialist in providing technical guidance for complex or unique assignments. This person will independently perform a variety of engineering tasks involving design work, research and preparation of drawings or designs, and construction administration of municipal water, wastewater, floodplain, and stormwater infrastructure. Assignments may include design of water/wastewater treatment facilities, wastewater collection systems, transmission pipelines, pump stations, and also floodplain mapping, stormwater control structures, and drainage systems.

The incumbent must be capable of applying diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices while independently making decisions on significant design engineering problems, utilizing various computer software packages and automated engineering and design tools. The position will expose the successful candidates to a full range of Public Works facility projects as well as stormwater management and drainage projects.

Primary Duties

• Participates in the development of project design concepts and criteria
• Makes recommendations on project staffing
• Analyzes complex design problems requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures
• Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability
• May be a lead individual on a construction site for resident engineering services reviewing construction compliance with engineering design authority, review of schedules and costs and invoicing (see Construction Management family for growth in construction services)
• Monitors project progress for technical accuracy and adherence to schedule and budget that they may have developed
• Prepares and finalizes planning documents
• Provides input for proposals, engaging with proposal teams and managers
• Represents respective projects at meetings and conferences
• May plan, organize, and supervise design engineering activities for a project of significant size and complexity (e.g., project requiring the integration of two or more engineering disciplines), or two or more projects of moderate size and complexity (e.g., projects involving a single engineering discipline)
• May provide direction to and supervision for Engineers I – IV, CADD and design staff

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited program 
• PE license in the state of Texas required or ability to obtain within 6 months
• 5+ years of engineering experience in water, wastewater, and/or floodplain/stormwater management projects
• Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, XP-SWMM, InfoWorks) a plus
• Knowledge, experience, and ability to perform computer tasks with Bluebeam
• Candidate must be self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of a task
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our culture is a must
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail, with a demonstrated capability to meet project budget and deadline
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Competencies

• Client Focus
• Developing Others
• Fostering Communication & Collaboration
• Leading Others
• Managerial Courage

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun.  We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home. 

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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Ardurra (formerly T-O Engineers) is seeking a Professional Engineer with 7+ years of experience to join our Public Works Group in Twin Falls, ID

Required Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related
• Idaho PE required or ability to obtain within 18 months
• 5+ years experience in public works
• Extensive design and construction experience in public works, transportation, and/or water resources
• Computer modeling experience is desired for pressurized and gravity flow networks
• Familiarity with land use codes and plan review / submittal processes a plus
• Ability to lead existing staff and develop new staff as needed to support growth of the municipal group
• Self-motivated, team-oriented individual with the ability to work on challenging projects in a team environment
• Excellent Communication skills

Key Responsibilities   

• Project management
• Client development
• Project design
• Business development
• Preparation of drawings
• The Project Manager will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks and develop skills in many areas
• This position provides autonomy to complete tasks with minimal supervision

Salary Range

$90,000 to $115,000 (DOE)

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

 #LI-FP1 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Engineering