Road Laborer

Maintain general knowledge of all applicable rules and regulations, and the ability to follow and apply work instructions as directed. Maintain knowledge of the proper operating procedures and safety practices associated with trucks and construction equipment. Maintain knowledge of state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles. Ability to reason, solve problems and provide oral and written communication with Township personnel, residents, contractors, vendors, etc. Ability to assume responsibilities. Be responsible for the safety of others. Present a good public image of the Township. Ability to take both oral and written instructions and respond to such. Manual labor on Township construction and maintenance projects. Operate various heavy equipment, i.e., dump truck with plow, spreader, backhoe, grader, mower, and numerous types of hand and power tools. Perform maintenance duties on Township vehicles and equipment such as washing and cleaning, oil change and lubrication, and minor repairs. Load and unload materials and tools from trucks and other heaving equipment. Grade/regrade gravel roads. Dig drainage ditches, clean out culverts, fill in washouts. Patch road surfaces by cleaning potholes or surface cracks, applying patching material, leveling and compacting. Plow snow and spread salt and anti-skid. Direct traffic and perform duties of a flagman in work zone areas. Cut grass, brush, trees and branches by using hand and power tools. Erect and repair road signs. Sweep roads/intersections of accumulated gravel and debris. Keep vehicle maintenance records. Perform routine maintenance and repair of Township facilities and property. Notify Roadmaster of observations of Township needs (i.e., signs, roads). Notify the Roadmaster or Road Foreman immediately pertaining to any type of accident or work injury and complete appropriate documents. 25. Maintain valid CDL Class A or B with Air Brake endorsement. 26. Maintain all certifications needed to perform duties (i.e., flagger certification). Perform any other tasks or duties deemed necessary or appropriate by the Roadmaster and/or Board of Supervisors. Follow Federal (OSHA), state regulations and Township policies regarding safety training and safe work practices. Available to respond quickly to emergency situations, on call 24/7. Ability to work under stress. Ability to meet deadlines. Must maintain regular attendance in order to ensure continuity of operations.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person