Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035130)

Job Responsibilities

• Operates small equipment such as standard dump truck used in the hauling of maintenance and construction materials such as asphalt, coquina, pipe, dirt, etc.
• Performs manual labor in the installation of reinforced concrete pipe for driveways and other drainage purposes and in the paving of driveways with asphalt.
• Operates medium equipment such as large roller to compact and solidify fill material.
• Operates small equipment such as a trailer mounted pipe washer in cleaning driveway and cross line pipes.
• Uses hand tools such as asphalt rakes, brooms and shovels in daily maintenance operations; also uses chainsaw in inclement weather.
• Flags traffic during roadway and/or electric repairs to ensure the safety of fellow employees and the traveling public.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours.
• May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification.
• Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.
• The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards.