Operator I, Transportation Ops (Asphalt)

About the role

The Operator I, Transportation Operations (Asphalt) performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties supporting the construction, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of asphalt streets, alleys, and related transportation infrastructure. The position operates and maintains heavy equipment such as dump trucks, skid steers, front-end loaders, backhoes, paving equipment, street sweepers, and other equipment used for asphalt preparation, placement, patching, repair, and roadway cleanup. Responsibilities include identifying and repairing deteriorated or eroded pavement, preparing work areas, removing roadway debris, assisting with asphalt paving and maintenance activities, and supporting traffic control and work-zone safety. The Operator I also performs routine equipment maintenance, records daily work activities, responds to emergency and after-hours roadway needs, and may assist with snow removal and other transportation operations as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment including front-end loader, bulldozer, skid steer, dump truck, backhoe, farm tractors, pavement marking & sign equipment, street sweeper, paving equipment, mowing or other vegetation management equipment, and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Patch broken or eroded pavement; remove debris from roadway.
• Construct and maintain pavement markings/signs and signals; participate in traffic control activities.
• Perform snow removal and operate snow removal equipment.
• Input daily work data into a computer.
• Perform general building maintenance.
• May train and oversee other operators or hourly employees.
• Shift work and emergency response activities may be required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of related experience.
• Minimum age 18.
• Valid Driver’s License; Class B Commercial Driver License preferred.
• Ability to work on call, overtime, and after hours as needed.
• Ability to read maps and blueprints.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment and/or vehicles.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of general vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to successfully pass applicable Post Offer Employment Physical Test.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Ability to adhere to safety requirements and identify safety concerns and improvements.
• May require basic welding skills.

Certifications and Specialized Training

• Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations require a controlled substance test and a DOT physical examination.
• May require Workzone Certification within a reasonable time frame from time of hire.
• May require IMSA Level I certification within a reasonable time frame from hire.
• May require Class A CDL for some assignments.
• May require commercial pesticide application license within a reasonable time frame from hire.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire.
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires.
• Retirement with company contributions – after 6-month probation period and immediate vesting.
• Flexible spending accounts: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both.
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance.
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Wellness program and workout facilities.
• Employee/family onsite health clinic.
• Learning and development opportunities with career mobility.