About the Department

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Public Works Support Specialist

LOCATION: All Red Cliff Tribal Buildings

WAGE: $20.00-$25.00/DOQ, plus benefits

SUPERVISOR: Public Works Administrator/Administrative Coordinator

THIS IS A REGULAR FULL-TIME NON-EXEMPT POSITION

JOB SUMMARY: This is an adaptable position that covers various positions within the Public Works Division as needed. The position will include driving Transit buses, school buses, Road’s equipment, and assisting the Facilities Management Department and Water and Sewer Department as deemed necessary by Administration. This position regularly scheduled workday will follow the established policies for the Red Cliff Band’s “Work Week”. Schedules requiring working early hours, nights, weekends and holidays or as weather dictates will need to follow procedures identified in the employee handbook.

Position Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Transit Duties:
1. Operates transit vehicles.
2. Follows policies and procedures set forth by Bay Area Rural Transit.
3. Perform routine and preventative equipment maintenance
Roads Department Responsibilities:
1. Operates a variety of equipment for ice and snow removal.
2. Performs routine and preventative transportation facilities maintenance to include road surface grading, vegetation control, traffic control device and drainage facility maintenance.
Facilities Maintenance Duties:
1. Work as part of the Facilities Maintenance team, following direction and contributing to a positive work environment. The maintenance worker will be expected to collaborate with other team members to complete tasks efficiently and effectively, share knowledge and expertise, and support a positive and productive workplace culture.
2. Assist in maintaining all aspects of tribal properties, including grounds, sidewalks, parking lots, common areas, interior and exterior of buildings, and all department equipment.
3. Perform routine maintenance and repairs, such as caulking, minor electrical repairs (e.g., replacing switches, fuses), unplugging sinks and toilets, faucet repair and replacement, wall preparation/patching, painting, and appliance repair.
4. Report any physical breakdowns, damage, repairs, or liabilities related to facilities maintenance to the Supervisor. Document and respond to work orders as assigned.
5. Maintain grounds throughout seasonal changes, including lawn care, landscaping, and snow/ice removal.
Water & Sewer Department Duties:
1. Perform various maintenance tasks as directed by the Public Works Administrator and/or Director of Water and Sewer.
2. Recording data on water and sewer pumps and maintenance schedules.
3. Performance of pump, vehicle, and equipment maintenance and repair. Must be able to maintain and operate all equipment.
4. Perform underground line locates and markings to standards.
5. Locate and exercise valves, curb shut offs and hydrants. Mark in GPS to be used in mapping.
Public Works Duties:
1. Be available for scheduled maintenance work and on call outside of normal working hours.
2. Perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions.
3. Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
4. Eligible maintenance workers may receive cross-training to support the Public Works Division. This cross-training will help ensure that the Public Works Division has adequate staffing to handle emergencies and workload fluctuations, while also providing maintenance workers with valuable new skills and career development opportunities.
5. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY: None.

Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of the safe operations of vehicles, buses, and vans.
Knowledge of software systems used by BART, or ability to learn.
A foundation of knowledge in basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and general building maintenance and safety to effectively perform their duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Minimum of high school diploma, HSED or GED required.
Prior work experience is preferred.
Applicant MUST possess a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License. A Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s Class A or B driver’s license with air brake is required within six months of hire. Passenger endorsement REQUIRED within same time frame. Must be eligible to be put on the tribe’s vehicle insurance policy.
Experience driving various types of equipment is preferred.
Ability to operate equipment and machinery, such as snowplow, sander, dump truck, tractor, front end loader, passenger transit bus, and common hand and power tools.
At least one year of experience in building maintenance, construction, plumbing, or electrical work is strongly preferred but not required.
In addition to the Red Cliff Tribal drug free workplace policies this position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation rules.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, as well as the ability to follow specific instructions.
Ability to effectively communicate using telephone, and two-way radios.
Good computer skills are required for bus pick up’s and drop off’s.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, night/dusk vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.
Excellent interpersonal skills are required for interaction with members of the public and Tribal employees.

Other Qualifications

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Will receive directions from supervisor and will have contact with Tribal staff and the general public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to exert moderately heavy (up to 50 pounds) physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to elevated noise levels; fumes or airborne particles; noxious odors; vibrations from driving a bus; and traffic.
The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and foot controls to drive; reach with hands and arms; climb; bend, stoop, and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must be physically able to perform and demonstrate emergency evacuation procedures.
All Tribal Buildings are smoke free.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Position may require some local travel up to a 100 mile radius by vehicle.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE: The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: The following items are required for this position:

Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references; available on the Tribal website.
Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website.
Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website.
Cover letter, optional.
Resume, required.
Post-secondary transcripts or certifications; if applicable.

Please download the forms from the links below. Complete the forms and save them. Then, please upload and attach them as "other" attachments with your application.

Consent Form
Tribal Background Investigation Form

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI 54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

[email protected]

(715)779-3700

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43, and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.

Benefits

: Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians 2026 Benefits

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a High School diploma, HSED or GED?

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Do you possess a valid Wisconsin Driver's License. A Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver's Class A or B driver's license with air brake is required or can you obtain one within six months of hire? Must be eligible to be put on the tribe's vehicle insurance policy.

Are you 18 years of age or older?

Do you have experience driving various types of equipment? What types?

Do you have at least one year of experience in building maintenance, construction, plumbing, or electrical work?

Do you have the ability to effectively communicate using telephone, and two-way radios?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
Address: 88455 Pike Rd

Bayfield, Wisconsin, 54814
Phone: 715-779-3700
Website: https://www.redcliff-nsn.gov/