Job Description

Posting number: 202600073

Department: Road Department

Job classification: Highway Worker 4

Posting type: Open

Categories: Construction Maintenance, Drivers

Summary

**Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.***

Under the supervision of a District Supervisor, safely transports equipment, supplies and work crews to various work sites. Performs seasonal road maintenance and repair to ensure the safety of roads. Performs manual labor in the repair, maintenance and construction of roads and rights-of-ways. Serves as a traffic controller at work sites.

Examples of duties

1. Ensures all equipment meets safety standards. Inspects trucks and equipment for defects prior to use. Notifies supervisor when equipment does not meet safety standards.
2. Verifies accuracies of deliveries prior to transport. Ensures deliveries are made efficiently and within accepted time frames.
3. Operates vehicles with an under body blade and/or front plow to remove snow/ice from roadways. Spreads salt and sand on roadways. Works to keep roadways clear of debris.
4. Operates vehicles and equipment to maintain roadway landscaping. Mows grass. Clears weeds & brush. Trims tree branches and removes trees as directed.
5. Performs manual labor as needed for pot hole patching, asphalt paving, ditching, etc. Hauls gravel, dirt and other materials to and from work sites. Unloads and spreads material as directed.
6. Occasionally serves as a crew member to install, maintain and repair road signs, guardrails and fencing.
7. Performs traffic control as needed. Flags motorists to warn them of obstacles or road work ahead. Set out signs and cones around work areas to divert traffic.
8. Reports all unsafe work conditions immediately. Performs all work in compliance with Safety Policy as well as Federal and State guidelines.
9. Maintains records for compliance with department, state and federal regulations.

Other Functions:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA and other privacy issues.
• During a public health emergency, the employee may be required to perform duties similar to but not limited to those in his/her job description.

(An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the above tasks. These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)

Qualifications

Education: A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience: Five years of maintenance/construction experience involving truck driving or equipment operation is preferred.

Other Requirements: A valid Michigan Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N (Tanker) endorsement is required. Successful completion of a physical exam and substance abuse test prior to start date.

Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions.

(The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria.)

Supplemental information

Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry medium weight (20-50 pounds) on a frequent basis (50-75% of the time).
• Ability to lift and carry heavy weight (50-110 pounds) on an occasional basis (20-50% of the time).
• Must be able to sit and remain alert for extended periods of time.
• Ability to push, pull, reach, twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl and climb.
• Must have hand and finger dexterity to operate power tools and hand tools.
• Must be able to operate multi-axle trucks, tractor trailers, self-propelled gutter broom, self-propelled belt loader, backhoes and articulated boom mower.
• Must be able to operate vehicles with manual transmissions.
• Must be able to travel over various surfaces including cement, dirt, mud, gravel, wood, metal and concrete.
• Ability to communicate and respond to co-worker and customer inquiries both in person and over the phone.
• Ability to operate a PC/laptop and to enter & retrieve information from a computer.
• Ability to handle varying and often high levels of stress.
• Must be able to work long shifts with few breaks.

(This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the requirements listed above. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements.)

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed regardless of weather conditions. Examples of winter conditions include snow, sleet, ice and freezing temperatures. Examples of summer conditions include heat, humidity, rain and soaring temperatures.
• Regular exposure to loud noises, strong odors, dirt, water, wind, cleaning compounds and petroleum products.
• Evening, weekend and holiday hours may be required. Work shifts may be extended with very short notice.
• Protective gear including hats, glasses and reflective wear is required for most job duties. Safety is top priority in all work environments.

November 2012

AFSCME Grade 4