Highway Maintenance Worker II- Medium Equipment Operator (61033732)

About the role

Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium-duty equipment such as Skid Steer in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Work is performed on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, etc.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of vegetation management activities by operating medium-duty equipment including Combination Tractor with side-mounted mower
• Conducts and documents pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspection in accordance with the Department's most current rules, policies, and procedures for fleet safety
• Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, general public, and equipment
• Operates chain saw in cutting trees on right-of-way
• Operates standard dump truck with snow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges
• Operates brine truck during snow and ice events
• Picks up litter and debris
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position
• Physical demands involve 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
• May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather