Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035869)

Responsibilities

• Performs manual labor in building catch basins, pouring concrete for curbs and raised medians, laying pipes for driveways and other drainage structures, cleaning ditches, repairing shoulders clearing right-of-ways and repairing bridges.
• Operates standard dump truck hauling materials that consist of asphalt, sand clay, limestone and various maintenance materials for work performed along right of way and surface repairs.
• Flags traffic using proper flagging devices during shoulder work and surface repairs to protect workers, equipment and traveling public in the control of traffic safety.
• Operates various types of small equipment such as self-propelled sweeper, and a small roller.
• Operates chain saw and various hand tools in the clearing of right of way along ditches and highways.
• Assists in snow and ice, debris removal, and hurricane lane reversal plans.
• Operates a snowplow during hazardous weather.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• No minimum training or experience requirements for this classification.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Must attain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.
• Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards.
• May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies.
• Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.