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CC Regular Session Meeting Date: 05/23/2023 By: Colleen Lasher, Administrative Services Information Title Authorization to Hire a Streets Maintenance Worker to Fill a Current Vacancy 5.8. Purpose/Background: The purpose of this case is to request authorization to hire a full-time Streets Maintenance Worker to fill a current vacancy. Staff conducted a recruitment and interview process to fill the vacancy. Staff selected Mr. Brandon Hodgemen as the top candidate. Subsequently, Mr. Hodgeman underwent and passed the City's pre -employment testing process, including a criminal background check, professional reference check, driving record check and employment verifications; as well as a physical exam and drug screen. The City extended a job offer which is contingent upon City Council approval. Staff is recommending the top candidate, Mr. Hodgeman be hired as a full-time Streets Maintenance Worker. Mr. Hodgeman will be subject to a 6-month probationary period and all Personnel Policies and/or employment contracts will apply. Notification: The Street Maintenance Worker position is responsible for constructing and maintaining streets, parking lots and related property; performing snow related activities; performing general maintenance activities; performing general labor; performing vehicle and motorized equipment maintenance; performing and assisting with landscape, grounds care, and forestry/naturalist activities; providing assistance with preparation of community events; performing mechanical building maintenance and repair; as well as a wide range of other tasks as required. In addition, the Streets Maintenance Worker is required be a member of the Public Works on -call team and work a rotating on -call schedule 8 weeks per year. This requires employees to be available to respond during evenings, weekends and holidays. Funding Source: The funding required for this position has already been included in the 2023 budget. Recommendation: Staff recommends hiring Mr. Brandon Hodgeman as a full-time Public Works Streets Maintenance Worker, effective on or near June 12, 2023, at $25.749 per hour, which is step 1 of the 2023 wage scale. Action: Motion to to hire Mr. Brandon Hodgeman as a full-time Public Works Streets Maintenance Worker, effective on or near June 12, 2023, at $25.749 per hour, which is step 1 of the 2023 wage scale. Attachments No file(s) attached.