Under close supervision, performs a variety of duties related to the maintenance of County highways and bridges such as road striping, sign installation, cutting trees, maintenance of right-of-way, fencing, traffic control and repair of road beds.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is
ILLUSTRATIVE
ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Performs a variety of general labor/road maintenance and repair work tasks at various locations throughout the county; including but not limited to sign installation, cutting trees, installation and repair of guardrails, traffic control to ensure work zone safety, maintenance of right-of-way and fencing, may oversee inmates assisting with road maintenance. (Detailed list of some task below) Operates a variety of heavy vehicles and equipment such as, but not limited to, front-end loaders, tractors, and rollers in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies in a safe and efficient manner; performs vehicle and equipment checks; performs preventive maintenance; may transfer equipment to and from work sites; may provide assistance in snow removal and ice control. May be called upon to work during emergency weather conditions during and after normal work hours. Works around all types of moving equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned. Employees may be required to perform the following duties during any given work period:
NOTE:
This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks and should be noted that heavy equipment is used when it is applicable and available.
INSTALL OR REPAIR GUARDRAILS
Lift and carry guardrail components: Posts (+
- 50 pounds) 12' Rail (+
- 100 pounds) 25' Rail (+
- 200 pounds
- Requires 2 crewmembers to carry) End flap (+
- 25 pounds) Guardrail jobs often involve the use of a sledge hammer (10 to 16 pounds), pry bars, wrenches and sockets, and almost constant manipulation of components by pushing, pulling, and prying.
CUTTING AND REMOVING TREES FROM ROADWAYS DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER
Carry and use: Chainsaw weighing approximately 25 pounds Axe weighing approximately 10 pounds Sledgehammer and Wedge weighing approximately 15 pounds Cutting trees involves rolling or carrying branches and logs which can sometimes weigh from 5 to 100 pounds. Depending upon the severity of the weather, this task can continue for periods of up to twelve (12) hours with limited breaks.
ERRECTING AND REPAIRING FENCES
Lift, carry, and use components and tools: Fence Posts weighing approximately 5 to 75 pounds Wire Rolls weighing approximately 25 to 200 pounds (Requires 2 crewmembers) Pole Drivers weighing approximately 25 to 75 pounds Post Hole Diggers weighing approximately 20 pounds Steel Bar weighing approximately 25 pounds Concrete Bags weighing approximately 40 to 80 pounds Fence building and repair often requires constant manipulation of components by lifting, pushing, and pulling.
CLEANING DRAIN TILE
Employees work in conjunction with water truck. Working in and around tiles and confined spaces. Lifting concrete box lids
- approximately 100 to 300 pounds (requires 2 or 3 crewmembers).
Pulling hoses against pressure to free obstructions using high pressure hoses (firehose). Requires digging in and around drainage structures with shovel or mattock.
SALT AND SAND DISTRIBUTION
(SNOW
AND ICE REMOVAL
) Often involves hand work with shovels to spread salt and sand to areas not accessible by salt trucks; physically shoveling and slinging salt and sand.
CLEANING LEAVES OUT OF DITCHES AND DRAINAGE STRUCTURES
Physical manipulation of pitchforks, rakes, and brooms to gather and pick up leaves.
FLAGGING AND TRAFFIC CONTROL
Placement of signs and stands along with use of flags and "Stop & Go" paddles: Sign (work zone) weighing approximately 10 pounds Stand weighing approximately 20 pounds Paddle weighing approximately 3 pounds Flag weighing approximately 1 pound Cones (if needed) weighing approximately 2 pounds Flagging requires the flagger be mentally alert at all times and often requires long periods of standing.
WEEDEATING
Handle weedeater and various other tools: Weedeater weighing approximately 12 pounds Blower (handheld) weighing approximately 10 pounds Broom weighing approximately 3 pounds
CUTTING AND/OR GRINDING CONCRETE AND ASPHALT
Lift and use "walk behind" grinder and saw, as well as, handheld saw: Saw (walkbehind) weighing approximately 100 pounds Grinder (walkbehind) weighing approximately 125 pounds Saw (handheld) weighing approximately 25 pounds Saws and grinder (walk behind units) are not physically demanding to operate but have to be lifted in and out of vehicles for transport, usually done by 2 or more crewmembers. Knowledge of guidelines and other documentation for sign installation, right-of-way maintenance, usage and operation road equipment and tools. Knowledge of Hamilton County policies and procedures. Knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and County codes and regulations relating to highway maintenance and workplace and traffic safety. Knowledge of County geography, facilities and work sites. Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding, and applying applicable Federal and State rules and regulations, Hamilton County Policies and Procedures. Skill in working with a variety of hand tools and other equipment such as shovels, rakes, weed-eaters, mowers/tractors and road equipment. Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with the public, department staff, contractors, and other County departments. Skill in the performance of basic laborer type functions (i.e. ,digging, raking, carrying and lifting). Skill effectively communicating in both oral and written form. A valid driver's license is required.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
This position is deemed essential/situational during inclement weather situations and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head. Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level.
SAFETY SENSITIVE
This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: 1) post offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
: Work requires sustained physical effort involving considerable walking and standing with limited sitting and driving. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust while performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is frequently exposed to hot, cold, dry, wet, dusty, muddy, windy, and/or humid conditions. The employee frequently works near moving equipment, mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to vibrations, jostling, and bouncing. The employee may work in high, precarious places and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
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