LABORER

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Laborer performs manual work, which does not require a high degree of manipulative or acquired skill or

previous experience. Work is generally performed under immediate direction of a supervisor, but many types of

assigned work may be routine and repetitive in nature and after once learned can be carried on without difficulty

and only under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Load and unload trucks of dirt, plant cuttings, refuse and trash in order to maintain a neat and clean appearance

throughout the Community.

 Dig trenches and other ditches for maintenance operations to provide areas for pipes to be placed and

maintained using shovels and trenchers under the direction of a supervisor.

 Operate small powered hand tools.

 Assist form setter in building forms for concrete structures; replace or repair walls, ceilings and floors; repair

kitchen sinks and bathroom plumbing needs.

 Replace or repair windows and doors (interior and exterior); remove old roofing materials and replace with

new materials, rolled roofing and shingles; replace insulation in walls and ceilings.

 Paint or spray walls, doors, windows, and other areas as needed; stucco exterior walls; build or replace

fencing.

 Perform custodial duties, washes and cleans vehicles.

 May be required to operate a gas driven tamper or whacker; may be required to operate air driven tools such

as a jackhammer or other pneumatic tools.

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

 Knowledgeable in the operation of common hand tools, such as hammer, sledge, pick shovel, axe and crosscut

saw.

 Knowledgeable in the operation of powered hand tools.