Rootstown Township Job Opportunity

Road Worker/Equipment Operator

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1) Must be able to use common tools, such as wrenches, drills, broom, shovel
• 2) Must be able to use power equipment, such as drills, chainsaws, backpack blowers, weed eater.
• 3) Must be able to drive and operate equipment, such as skid steer, excavator, backhoe, mowers, side-by-side.
• 4) Must be able to drive and tow equipment, load/unload a trailer.
• 5) Must be able to plow snow, have common knowledge on how to operate a salt spreader and how to load your truck with salt.
• 6) Must be able to climb in and out of a truck. Will be responsible to maintain and keep truck clean as well as changing oil and greasing.
• 7) Must have a valid driver license and a CDL Class B is preferred.
• 8) Must be able to be on call (bad weather).
• 9) Must be able to work overtime.

BENEFITS: Health care, paid time off, retirement plan, dental and vision available.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Ohio Class B with fewer than 4 points
• Must be able to pass a drug test

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the Township. Job type: Full time
Pay: $17.00-$21.60 per hour
Hours: 40 per week
Please send resumes to rootstowngarage@yahoo.com or 3988 State Route 44, Rootstown, OH 44272 Attn: Bill Hahn

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Help shape the future of Rootstown!

Attend the 2nd Community Workshop
Monday, September 22nd, 6-8 PM
Rootstown Middle School

The State Route 44 Corridor Plan will be hosting its second Open House to share feedback from the public on the plan recommendations and how it will impact the community. This will be an opportunity to engage with the project team, ask questions, and share input on the proposed improvements along the corridor. An additional survey will also be published in the coming weeks that will ask for feedback regarding plan recommendations.

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Openings for Zoning Board of Appeals & Park Commission

Openings are available on two township boards:

The Zoning Board of Appeals has an opening for an alternate member position. The Zoning Board of Appeals is a quasi-judicial board that reviews applications for variances and Conditional Use Permits. Alternates serve one-year terms which may be renewed each year.

The Park Commission has openings for three alternates. The Park Commission serves as an advisory board, appointed by the Township Trustees to provide recommendations for the community park. Alternates serve one-year terms which may be renewed each year.

These are volunteer positions and not paid employment. You must be a resident of Rootstown Township, and must be available to attend meetings on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM (for Zoning Board of Appeals) or the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6 PM (for Park Commission). If you are interested, please send a letter of interest to zoning@rootstowntwp.com.

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Annual Financial Report

The Rootstown Township Financial Report for the fiscal year ending 2024 has been filed with the Auditor of State. A copy of the report is available for review in the office of the Fiscal Officer by appointment only.

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Portage County Health District Assistance

The Portage County Health District is offering financial assistance to low or moderate-income families for the repair or replacement of home sewage treatment systems. To learn more about how they can assist, call
330-296-9919 or visit www.portagehealth.net.