Laborer II

About the role

A Vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from this list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Responsibilities

• Drives and operates single-axle, commercial weight vehicles and operates equipment.
• Drives commercial weight, single-axle vehicles including dump, street flusher, water, sludge, and tool trucks, and refuse collection packers.
• Salts and plows roads during snow emergencies.
• Operates and tows equipment such as tractors with mowing or other attachments, forklifts, stump grinders, rubber tire loaders, and rollers.
• Loads, unloads, or assists in loading and unloading equipment, tools, and materials.
• Transports crews and/or materials to and from jobs.
• Performs various manual labor tasks.
• Is responsible for equipment and tools assigned to vehicle.
• Installs special adapters and fixtures to equipment as work requires.
• Performs preventive and routine maintenance on trucks and/or equipment.
• Makes minor repairs to equipment and helps mechanics with major repairs as required.
• Keeps simple records and logs.
• Participates in safety related training including confined space and trench working conditions and the handling of hazardous materials.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland driver's license.
• Preferred Qualifications: Site Maintenance (Seeding, mowing, erosion control etc.) Class A CDL with an Air Brake Endorsement.
• Current work experience operating a large dual wheel, single axle dump truck that includes performing manual labor tasks.

Qualifications

• Age Requirements: Non-Maryland residents must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application. Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class A Maryland driver's license. (License may require endorsements and/or the absence of certain restrictions.) Possession of a current Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations is required at the time of application. All licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment.
• Proof of Licenses: Applicants are required to submit proof of their drivers' license at time of application. Applicants with a license other than a Maryland drivers' license must submit a current copy of their driving record at the time of application. Failure to submit proof of License and DOT card may result in your application not being considered.

Skills

• Manual labor tasks.
• Equipment operation and maintenance.
• Customer service experience.

Benefits

• Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance.
• General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
• Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Pay

Schedule II, Grade H16

Schedule

Regular Schedule: 40 Hours per week

Contact Information

To apply, mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Laborer II
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your license(s) and DOT card to your application.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Conditions of Employment:

• Employees in this classification may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice.
• Some positions may be designated as Emergency/Essential.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

• The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including, bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment.
• Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as standing in traffic, working in trenches, and adverse weather.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation:

• Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education certification and fingerprint checks.

Employment Benefits:

• For Full-Time, Merit Or Classified Employees:
• Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time, merit or classified employees.
• Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments.
• New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
• Equal Opportunity Employer:
• Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
• Smoke free workplace:
• All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
• Drug free workplace:
• Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace.

Salary:

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases:

Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases:

In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program:

• Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance Benefits:

• Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
• Life Insurance: Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
• Retirement: Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Personal Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Leave
• Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union:

• Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit Payroll:

• Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Education Assistance:

• 70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position.
• Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation:

• Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer:

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

Conditions of Employment:

• Employees in this classification may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice.
• Some positions may be designated as Emergency/Essential.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

• The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including, bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment.
• Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as standing in traffic, working in trenches, and adverse weather.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation:

• Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education certification and fingerprint checks.

Employment Benefits:

• For Full-Time, Merit Or Classified Employees:
• Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time, merit or classified employees.
• Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments.
• New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
• Equal Opportunity Employer:
• Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
• Smoke free workplace:
• All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
• Drug free workplace:
• Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace.

Salary:

Schedule II, Grade H16

Schedule:

Regular Schedule: 40 Hours per week

Contact Information:

To apply, mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Laborer II
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your license(s) and DOT card to your application.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.