City of Guntersville

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Jun 12, 2019

Equipment Fabricator/Sanitation

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

 

Job Title:  Equipment Fabricator

Department: Sanitation Department

Shift: 1st

Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Announcement No.: 19-16                        

 

Announcement Date: June 12, 2019

Closing Date: June 26, 2019

 

The City of Guntersville currently has an opening for Equipment Fabricator with the Sanitation Department. The primary duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

 

Essential Function:

 

  1. Inspects, repairs, and does minor overhauls on sanitation dumpsters, trucks, recycling trailers and related sanitation and recycling equipment.
  2. Performs preventive maintenance, scheduled repairs, replacement of worn parts and adjustments to sanitation and recycling equipment.
  3. Performs oxy-acetylene and electric arc welding and burning; performs general blacksmithing.
  4. Constructs sanitation/recycling product from prepared components or by welding, cutting and fabricating of metal materials.
  5. Maintains records of work performed, parts required and other information as required.
  6. Performs emergency road service for equipment outside garage as required.
  7. Cleans and maintains garage and work area in orderly fashion.
  8. Performs related work as assigned or required

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

  1. Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of the fabrication trade.
  2. Some knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment used in sanitation work.
  3. Some knowledge of hydraulic systems of equipment used in sanitation work.
  4. Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work.
  5. Skilled in operating and maintaining a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment used in work.
  6. Skilled in operating and maintaining oxy-acetylene and electric arc welding equipment.
  7. Skilled in fabrication techniques and methods.
  8. Ability to understand and follow simple oral & written instructions.
  9. Ability to evaluate, detect, and diagnose trouble in departmental equipment and ability to repair such equipment.
  10. Ability to drive sanitation truck when necessary.
  11. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, department heads, supervisors, co-workers, and those contacted in the course of work.
  12. Ability to work overtime hours when necessary.
  13. Ability to work in inclement weather.
  14. Ability to perform essential functions of job.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

  1. Possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Alabama driver’s license with driving record suitable for insurability or ability to obtain within three months of employment.
  2. Any combination of experience and training equivalent to some level of experience in the field of fabrication, or graduation from an approved course in the trade, and graduation from a senior high school or equivalent
  3. Physical Requirements:
  1. Sufficient physical strength to lift and carry at least 50 pounds; ability to stand and walk 8 hours a day.
  2. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform manual labor and to work in very cold and hot temperatures and work in inclement weather.
  4. Application Process:  Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave, Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 on June 26, 2019.                                                        THE CITY OF GUNTERSVILLE IS A DRUG/ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACEWE PARTICIPATE IN E-VERIFY 
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Jun 05, 2019

Public Works Laborer

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

Job Title: Laborer

Department: Public Works

Shift: 1st

Classification: Hourly, Grade 6 ($10.59-$15.46)

Announcement Number: 19-15        

Announcement Date: June 5, 2019

Closing Date: Until Position is Filled

 

The City of Guntersville currently has an opening for a Laborer with the Public Works Department. The essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position include, but are not limited to the following responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

  1. Operate light powered machines used in public works such as power lawn mowers, weed eaters, hand tools, and similar equipment.
  2. Use shovels and similar hand tools and simple power tools to remove refuse from streets; remove limbs and leaves from streets, right-of-ways and drainage.
  3. Perform foot detail for manual sweeping, cleaning, or litter pickup.
  4. Perform limited custodial work, policing areas and grounds, mowing, raking and other manual tasks.
  5. Performs related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  1. Knowledge of grounds maintenance and detail work.
  2. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
  3. Skilled in the use of manual cleaning equipment, rakes, shovels, and brooms.
  4. Skilled in the operation of light power equipment
  5. Ability to make simple field repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment.
  6. Ability to follow simple oral or written instructions.
  7. Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime when required.
  8. Ability to establish effective relationships with the general public, performing tasks with courtesy and tact.
  9. Ability to perform all essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have a driving record suitable for insurability.

Physical Requirements:

 

  1. Sufficient physical strength to lift and carry at least 80 pounds and to walk for extended periods of time.
  2. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform manual labor, work in very
  3. Application Process:
  5. Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley, Personnel Director. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
  6. cold and very hot temperatures, and work in inclement weather.
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Jun 05, 2019

Sanitation Laborer

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

 

Job Title:  Laborer

Department: Sanitation Department

Shift: 1st

Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt (Grade 7: $11.28-$16.47)

Announcement No.: 19-14                                  

 

Announcement Date: June 5, 2019

Closing Date:  Until Position is filled

 

The City of Guntersville currently has an opening for Laborer with the Sanitation Department. The primary essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

 

Essential Function:

 

  1. Collects garbage from residential and commercial containers.
  2. Assist in emptying filled sanitation trucks.
  3. Collects recyclables, sorts, and prepares for shipping
  4. Performs related work as assigned or required

 

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

  1. Some knowledge of equipment used in sanitation work.
  2. Ability to understand and follow simple oral & written instructions.
  3. Ability to operate simple machinery.
  4. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the general public, supervisors, and co-workers while performing tasks with courtesy and tact.
  5. Ability to work overtime hours when necessary.
  6. Ability to perform essential functions of the job.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

  1. Possess and maintain a valid Alabama driver’s license with driving record suitable for insurability.
  3. Physical Requirements
  1. Sufficient physical strength to lift at least 50 pounds and carry it to the truck, ability to walk 8 hours a day.
  2. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform manual labor and to work in very cold and hot temperatures and work in inclement weather.Application Process:Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave, Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 on position is filled.                                                                 THE CITY OF GUNTERSVILLE IS A DRUG/ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACEWE PARTICIPATE IN E-VERIFY 
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Mar 26, 2019

Lifeguard (Part Time/Seasonal)

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

 

Job Title:  Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Department: Parks & Recreation

Classification: Hourly

Announcement No.:  19-11

 

Announcement Date: March 26, 2019

Closing Date: May 31, 2019

 

The City of Guntersville currently has openings for Lifeguards.  These positions are part time/seasonal.  The essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

 

Essential Functions:

 

  1. Monitors swimming pool and all related facilities during assigned shift to ensure and enforce safety codes and standards and prevent injuries and fatalities.
  2. Caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and maintains the authority to discipline and/or remove violators from City pool property.
  3. Rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning.
  4. Administers first aid and contacts emergency personnel immediately when necessary.
  5. Inspects and maintains pool and swimming facility, including general cleaning duties to but not limited to, restrooms, showers, deck and pavilion.
  6. Collets money from pool patrons for admittance.
  7. Monitors patrons signing in to use pool and ensures an accurate maintenance of such lists.
  8. Maintains all necessary records and writes and files reports on pool activities and specific incidents and accidents as required.
  9. Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems.
  10. Attends meetings and training sessions as required by Aquatics Supervisor.
  11. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 

  1. Thorough knowledge of standard aquatics life saving procedures, including rescuing swimmers from drowning, instructing and discipline unsafe pool practices and administering first aid.
  2. Thorough knowledge of First Aid instruction procedures and practices.
  3. Thorough knowledge of CPR and other related life saving techniques.
  4. Thorough knowledge of general swimming skills.
  5. Ability to swim at a highly competent level for the purpose of rescuing others in danger of drowning.
  6. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
  7. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.
  8. Ability to observe multiple patrons at a time, consistently scanning the environment.
  9. Ability to identify and react quickly to emergencies or threats to patron safety and health.
  10. Ability to communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.
  11. Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
  12. Ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
  13. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, emergency personal, pool patrons and general public.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

  1. Must possess a current Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, AED & First Aid Certification.
  2. Must be at least 16 years of age.

 

( Lifeguard Certification classes will be held at the Guntersville Parks & Recreation Center, however dates and times for these classes has not been set at this time. For more information concerning dates and hours contact Chris Gareri, Aquatics and Program Supervisor.)

 

Application Process:

 

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org.  Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director.  Applications will be accepted until 4:30 PM on May 31, 2019.

 

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Mar 04, 2019

P&R Maintenance Laborer (Seasonal)

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

 

Job Title:  Parks & Recreation Maintenance Laborer (Seasonal)

Department: Parks & Recreation

Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Announcement Number: 19-07

 

Announcement Date: March 4, 2019

Closing Date: Until Position is Filled

 

The City of Guntersville currently has an opening for a Seasonal Laborer at the Guntersville Parks and Recreation Center. The essential functions and knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

 

Essential Functions:

 

  1. Operates weed eater, trim shrubs, rake leaves and policies outside areas keeping clean of trash and debris.
  2. Cleans restrooms, replaces lavatory supplies and disposes of trash and waste.
  3. Performs related duties as assigned or required.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

 

  1. Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials & equipment.
  2. Skilled in the operation of hand and powered equipment.
  3. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  4. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
  5. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.
  6. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform manual work.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess a valid unrestricted Driver’s License with driving record suitable for insurability.

 

Application Process:

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

 

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Aug 28, 2018

Police Officer

***JOB ANNOUCEMENT***

 

Job Title:  Police Officer

Department: Police Dept.

Shift: Rotating

Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Announcement No.: 18-20

 

Announcement Date:  August 28, 2018

Closing Date: Until Position is Filled

 

The City of Guntersville currently has an opening for a Certified Police Officer or Non- Certified Police Officer. The primary duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

 

Essential Functions:

Protect lives and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Patrols a designated area of the city on foot or in a radio equipped car to preserve law and order.  Answers call and complaints and responds to fires, automobile accidents, robberies, and other misdemeanors and felonies. Investigates criminal and civil complaints and attempts to make a proper disposition or directs them to the proper authorities.   Administers first aid, conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witnesses, makes arrest and takes prisoners to jail.  Operates a variety of equipment used in police work including Breathalyzer machine, mobile or base two-way radio, traffic radar unit, computers and other related or assigned equipment.  Performs related accident investigation, interviews witnesses, gathers information, performs investigation to help determine the cause of accident, and prepares detailed accident investigation report; makes arrest and transport  prisoners to jail; testify as a witness in court when necessary. Maintains required records and reports of activities and events while on duty.   Give advice on laws and ordinance as well as general information to the public in a general forum, special event, or individual.

 

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of modern police operations, principles, practices, and procedures and have the ability to apply this knowledge to specific situations. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws as they pertain to law enforcement.  Knowledge of pertinent laws and ordinances, department rules and regulations, and ability to enforce them impartially and professionally.  Knowledge of the geography of the city or ability to acquire this knowledge.   Ability to establish effective working relationship with supervisors, peers, outside agencies, and the general public.  Ability to enforce the law fairly and impartially with tact and courtesy or firmness necessary.  Ability to use a computer and computer programs necessary for job performance.  Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.  Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.  Ability to perform duties requiring physical endurance and agility frequently under adverse and dangerous conditions.  Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.  Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and conditions.  Ability to have and maintain physical requirements as specified by department policy. Ability to exhibit professionalism at all times. Skill in the use and care of firearms, vehicles, and other assigned police equipment.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.
  • Must possess a valid unrestricted Driver’s License with a driving record suitable for insurability.
  • Non-certified applicants must successfully complete, with passing score, the ACTS WorkKeys Assessment Basic Agility Test (BAT) unless the applicant possess an Associates Degree or higher from an accredited SACS college/university.
  • Must possess a State of AL Peace Officers Law Enforcement Certification or obtain a lateral academy (APOST) certification at the earliest opportunity or must successfully complete police academy minimum certification within a specified time from date of appointment.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours.
  • Must present good evidence of good moral character as attested by background investigation
  • Willing to wear appropriate uniforms and safety equipment.
  • Willing to participate in continuing educational activities to acquire and maintain credentials.

 

Necessary Special Requirements:

All applicants should be prepared to complete the Alabama Peace Officers Standards & Training Commissions’ Ability and Agility Course. Completion of the standard course will be mandatory to continue to the next phase of the process for ALL applicants.

 

 

Application Process:

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to Ms. Renea Bradley Rowan, Personnel Director.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

 

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