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Seasonal Park & Rec Maintenance Assistant
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Job Description
Seasonal Job Opportunity (Summer) 
Job Title:
SEASONAL Park & Rec Maintenance Assistant Location: Litchfield, CT
Employment Type: Part-Time (up to 10 hours per week) Compensation: $17.00 per hour

BASIC FUNCTION
This position functions under the general supervision of the Park and Recreation Department. Duties include, but are not limited to, cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, picnic areas, playgrounds, and gym facilities, as well as performing routine groundskeeping tasks such as raking leaves, pulling weeds, watering plants, and trimming bushes. The role also supports community events by assisting with setup and breakdown as needed. This position requires the ability to work independently, follow directions, and maintain organized and functional public spaces. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, and be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening are required.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
 
● Clean and sanitize restrooms, picnic areas, playgrounds, and other public facilities.
● Clean, dust, and mop the town gym regularly.
 ● Perform basic groundskeeping tasks, such as raking leaves, pulling weeds, watering plants, and trimming bushes.
● Assist with setting up and dismantling events as needed.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
● Ability to follow directions and work independently with minimal supervision.
● Strong organizational skills to maintain clean and functional public spaces.
● Effective communication skills and the ability to establish good working relationships with superiors, colleagues, and the public.
● Physical ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently and work in various weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
● Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
● Ability to pass a thorough background check, including DMV, references, and pre-employment drug screening and physical.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
● Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers.
● Must occasionally lift/move items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance.
● Work involves outdoor tasks in various weather conditions and handling cleaning chemicals and equipment safely.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and application detailing relevant experience to nyarrish@townoflitchfieldct.gov. Please include "Seasonal Park & Rec Maintenance Assistant" in the subject line. Applications can be found at https://www.townoflitchfieldct.gov/job-openings

EEOC STATEMENT It is the policy of the Town of Litchfield to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the Town of Litchfield will provide reasonable accommodations that do not present an undue hardship for qualified individuals with disabilities.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned. 
Administrative Assistant/Central Services Coordinator
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/CENTRAL SERVICES COORDINATOR
FIRST SELECTMAN’S OFFICE
 Please see the job description and information of the position with the First Selectman’s Office. This is a 35 hour per week position and is governed under the agreement between the Town of Litchfield and Litchfield Municipal Employees UNION, Local #1303-329 of Council #4 LMEA, AFL-CIO.

Position Title: Administrative Assistant/Central Services Coordinator
Salary: $26.43 per hour
Status: Full Time, 35 hours per week.
Benefits: Health, dental, vision through CT State Partnership Plan, generous PTO, and employer contributed 401a plan.

How to Apply:
Applicants must submit a
Town of Litchfield Employment Application along with the following:
1. Letter of Interest
2. Resume

Applications, letter of interest, and resume can  be mailed to the Town of Litchfield Selectman’s Office PO Box 488, 74 West St. Litchfield, CT 06759  OR emailed to nyarrish@townoflitchfieldct.gov

Applications & resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. 

*Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application*
 
Individuals must be able to pass a thorough background check, including DMV, references, and pre-employment drug screen, and background check.

SUMMARY
 Reports to the First Selectman. This position is of a highly responsible nature requiring considerable skill and ability in receiving the public, handling the telephone, computer, mail, central service supply requisition and assisting in various office duties as assigned. High level of support to the First Selectman’s calendar, schedules appointments, and meetings. Upon approval of the First Selectman, this position also assists other offices, the Resident State Trooper, boards, committees and commissions.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Receives the public, performs typing, filing, copying, handles telephone calls, sorts and distributes Town payroll and daily mail, as well as processes mail for the First Selectman’s office and its invoices for payment. Maintains accounting of all departmental budget balances and assists in annual budget preparation as required.

Orders and manages all central services supplies for Town offices, and maintains order in the supply/storage vault. Oversees any interlocal or regional purchasing plan as may be recommended to insure cost effective purchasing practices. Also works with the First Selectman for procurement of Town equipment including, but not limited to copiers, postage meters, clerical equipment, furniture, and telecommunications equipment. Maintains main copy/fax machine at Town Hall and handles all related administrative functions and requirements. Manages and handles the telecommunication system i.e. RingCentral by Frontier.

Coordinates and assures the timely posting of meeting agendas with the First Selectman; distributes agenda materials to the Board of Selectmen; transcribes recorded minutes of its meetings and hearings. Attends meetings and hearings as needed. Also transcribes minutes of other committees as requested by the First Selectman.

Coordinates and sets up Annual Town Meeting, Annual Budget Meeting and all Special Town Meetings, following through according to schedule.

Assists the Executive administrator with processing FOIA requests.

Issues certain permits such as hawkers & peddlers, tag sale, food truck, bingo, bazaars and raffles, and processes pistol permits.

Assists appointed boards, committees and commissions with membership information and support materials. Maintains and updates membership list including related correspondence and interviews.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of business English and mathematics.

Good working knowledge of office operations and procedures with the ability to acquire an understanding of the CT General Statutes, Municipal Code of Ordinances, and Town policies.

Skill in transcribing and using digital voice systems or voice-to-text systems. Ability to compose routine correspondence.

Knowledge and use of MS Office Suites and Google Workspace.

Ability to understand and follow written communications and oral instructions.

Ability to learn clerical and administrative tasks and to adhere to prescribed routines.

Ability to acquire an understanding and to support the Town’s Purchasing/Bidding Policy and to work with boards, committees and commissions to coordinate cost-effective purchasing procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods of time, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and use hands and fingers. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten pounds only. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The ability to drive a car may be necessary.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to work effectively and courteously in a professional manner with officials, employees and the general public. Ability to type and transcribe from a digital recorder and to fully operate a variety of state-of-the-art office equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma and A.S. degree with at least three (3) years of administrative office experience.

EEOC STATEMENT
 It is the policy of the Town of Litchfield to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Town of Litchfield will provide reasonable accommodations that do not present an undue hardship for qualified individuals with disabilities.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned. 
Public Works Driver
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Job Description
The Town of Litchfield is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time driver position with the Public Works Department. This 40-hour-per-week role is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Litchfield and the Highway/Sewer Union, Local #1303-094 of Council #4, AFSCME, AFL-CIO.

Position Details:
● Schedule: Full-time (40 Hours Per Week)
● Salary: $30.62 per hour
● Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage through the CT State Partnership Plan, generous time-off allowances, and an employer-contributed 401(A) retirement plan.

Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit an application, resume, and cover letter to nyarrish@townoflitchfieldct.gov.
*Please note that resumes will not be accepted in place of an application.*

Applications, resumes, and cover letters can also be mailed to:
Town of Litchfield
Selectman’s Office
74 West St, PO Box 488
Litchfield, CT 06759

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Candidates must pass a thorough background check, including DMV records, references, a pre-employment drug
screening, and a physical examination.

Summary
Works under the supervision of the Public Works Supervisor or the designated supervisory person according to job
assignment. Operates a variety of hand tools, power equipment, and heavy equipment to maintain, construct, and
repair roadways, storm drainage systems, and Town property, including Buildings and Grounds.

Essential Job Functions
● Performs daily check of equipment to be operated and ensures it is in a safe operating condition. Performs
minor maintenance and periodic maintenance on equipment, and/or Town buildings as required. Individuals
are expected to read safety rules, procedures, operational and maintenance instructions, and communicate
effectively with employees, management, and the general public.
● Loads trucks with materials and equipment needed at the work site, using heavy equipment as
appropriate, and drives truck to transport crew, materials, or equipment to work site.
● Sets up, loads, and operates snow removal equipment, consisting of truck equipped with adjustable snow
plow and sanding unit to keep roads, parking lots or facility walkways passable and clear of snow/ice
during winter snow season. Some hand shoveling required.
● Drives tractor with mower attachment or mowers to cut grass on Town property, fields, lawns, and along
rights of way, in order to maintain vehicle sight lines and keep Town property in a presentable condition.
● Cuts up downed trees or branches and removes standing brush or trees with power equipment and hand
tools, as directed.
● Patches roads, paves roads, removes/installs curbing, sweeps roadways, and operates
construction/maintenance-related equipment, as directed.
● Constructs, maintains, and cleans catch basins, culverts, drainage ditches, and other storm
drainage-related structures.
● Installs/replaces street and traffic control signs, as directed.
● Moves files, shelving, books, office furniture, and equipment, as required.
● Grades and rakes top soil, using Town or leased equipment, and applies seed, fertilizer, and other soil
conditioners, as required. Does landscaping work consisting of planting, installing sod, and spreading
mulch.
● Installs new or replaces existing guide/guard rail systems, as required. Reports unsafe roadway/Town
property conditions to the Director of Public Works or his/her designee and documents notice on a daily
log. Maintains a daily log of time worked on each task and assists Crew Leader, Director of Public Works,
or his/her designee in documentation of work completed and resources utilized.
● Assists in the repair/maintenance of vehicles where the task requires more than one person.
● Carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills, boiler knowledge as necessary, to repair/maintain various
Town buildings. Will be responsible for inspecting and surveying town buildings as directed and report
or repair any problems.
● Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), minimum Class B.

High School diploma or
general education degree (GED) and a minimum of two (2) years experience in building and grounds including
carpentry, painting, mowing and landscaping work, or High School diploma or GED with two (2) years experience in
the construction/maintenance of roadways and associated storm drainage systems.

Must be able to work independently.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, handle small items with
fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance,
stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or
move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Must be able to comply with all safety
standards and procedures.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside a highway garage facility and
occasionally works outside in inclement weather. The employee works near moving equipment and/or vehicles and is
frequently exposed to vibration and high noise levels when operating or near the equipment. The employee may be
exposed to naturally occurring toxins and diseases.

EEOC Statement
It is the policy of the Town of Litchfield to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental
disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Town of Litchfield will provide reasonable accommodations that do not present an undue hardship for qualified individuals with disabilities.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals
currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.
Assistant Plant Operator
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Job Description
ASSISTANT PLANT OPERATOR - WPCA

The Town of Litchfield is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Assistant Plant Operator. This 40-hour-per-week role is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Litchfield and the Highway/Sewer Union, Local #1303-094 of Council #4, AFSCME, AFL-CIO. 

Position Details: 

  • Schedule: Full Time (40 Hours Per Week).
  • Salary: $28.91 per Hour.
  • Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage through the CT State Partnership Plan, generous time-off allowances, and an employer-contributed 401(A) retirement plan.


Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit an application, resume, and cover letter to nyarrish@townoflitchfieldct.gov

 *Please note that resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application.*  

Applications, resumes, and cover letters can also be mailed to:

Town of Litchfield
Selectman’s Office
74 West St, PO Box 488
Litchfield, CT 06759

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates must pass a thorough background check, including DMV records, references, a pre-employment drug screening, and a physical examination.


Town of Litchfield
Assistant Plant Operator
Basic Functions
Works under the general supervision of the Sewer Plant Superintendent or his/her designee. Performs daily plant operations and maintenance duties, including the pumping of sludge, skimming clarifiers, cleaning bar racks, hosing down tanks and weirs, septage receiving area, and other duties as assigned. Maintain and repair equipment at the treatment plant. Perform sewer line, metering stations, and pump station(s) maintenance and assist with lab work as assigned.


Principal Responsibilities and Duties
Pumps sludge to blended sludge tank. 

Operates rotary drum thickener as needed. 

Maintain the optimum operation of all equipment associated with this work, including the polymer pumping/mixing station, and maintain a proper back stock of polymer.

Pumps finished sludge on weekly basis to a 6500 gallon tanker truck.

Maintains and repairs equipment, paints and maintains sewer plant buildings, mows the lawn, mows and maintains all right of ways, performs snow removal, patches manholes, checks chains, belts, and electrical hoses.

Performs plant operations including skimming of clarifiers, septic holding tank pumping, cleaning bar racks, hose down weirs and tanks, and routine yard maintenance.

Maintains sewer lines, pump station(s), metering stations, trucks, tractor(s), and Jet Flusher.

Assists in testing effluent, influent, and mixed liquor suspended solids (MLSS) samples.

Utilizes the plant’s SCADA system to optimally run all plant processes.

Performs custodial duties in the garage, thickening room, and main building.

Assembles and records all data collected at all meter and pump station(s).

Hoses down tanks, adjust gates values, returned activated sludge (RAS)/ waste activated sludge (WAS) pumps, aeration blowers, mixers, and stand pipes to ensure optimum day-to-day plant operations.

Service pumps, gear boxes, rolling equipment, and any other machinery that is used at the plant, meter stations, and pump station(s).

Engages and assists in all collection system maintenance and preventative maintenance work. This would include driving a Class B truck.

Responds to all plant and collection system emergencies, during and after hours, as directed by the Sewer Plant Superintendent or his/her designee, and as available and on a volunteer basis for after-hours emergencies.

Performs and assists in any “Call Before You Dig” requests and assists in sewer line inspections as needed.

Uses daily log to document day-to-day business conducted at the plant, meter stations, and pump station(s).

Performs other related duties and tasks as assigned in a safe and responsible manner. This would include the operation of all WPCA-owned vehicles.

During the period from November 15th through April 15th, sewer employees may be required to assist Public Works with snowplowing operations as needed.  



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A working knowledge of the wastewater treatment process. This would include nitrification, denitrification, sludge thickening, RAS and WAS, and ultraviolet (UV) disinfection.

A basic knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and techniques. This would include a working knowledge of the following tests, nutrients, BOD, MLSS, TSS, SS, DO, turbidity, temperature, and pH.

A basic understanding of wastewater chemistry and mechanical skills.

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, as well as demonstrate good communication skills.

Ability to work effectively with officials, employees, and the general public.


Qualifications
A working knowledge of collection system operations and maintenance.

1-2 years of prior experience working in a WWCF or in a related field preferred.

Possess an active Class A or B driver’s license issued by the State of Connecticut or the ability to obtain the license. 

Knowledge of municipal sewage operations preferred. 

Expected to obtain a Grade I Wastewater Operator license within one (1) year of hire. For the ideal candidate, the cost of required study materials and examination fees will be covered.



Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, handle small items with fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.


Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and caustic chemicals.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



EEOC Statement
It is the policy of the Town of Litchfield to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  In addition, the Town of Litchfield will provide reasonable accommodations that do not present an undue hardship for qualified individuals with disabilities. 


The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.