ROAD & BRIDGE DEPARTMENT - ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKER

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Minimum Qualifications **PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE MONTANA WAREHOUSE** Acceptable Experience and Education High school diploma or equivalent, and two (2) years experience in the operation of single-axle trucks and related automotive equipment or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Certificates and Licenses Required Must have or obtain by date of hire Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso; Possess and maintain a valid state of Texas Class B commercial driver's license; Subject to federal drug and local drug and alcohol testing regulations, which include pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return to duty and follow-up testing. Typical Duties Essential Duties Drives single-axle dump trucks, flat bed trucks or water trucks, tractors with mowing machine and loader attachments; skid loaders, operates small patch compactors in connection with applying hot mix pot-hole patching on county roads; Services and makes minor repairs to assigned equipment, and performing preventive maintenance on equipment including checking oils, fluids, and tire pressure; Works in a crew picking up rocks, leaves and trash, and cleans up after heavier equipment and assists in the loading and unloading of trucks; install guardrails, repair detached or dented guardrails; patches potholes; Supports park and landfill maintenance as needed; Paints dividing lines between traffic lanes; paint crosswalks; place and repair traffic signs; Flags motorists to warn them of obstacles or repair work ahead; sets out signs and cones to divert traffic around construction areas; Maintains warehouse area including sweeping, washing, and painting; removes weeds, dead trees, and brush; trims grass and trees around warehouse area; Operates various light equipment and hand tools; Operates trucks to transport material and equipment to work sites; load/unload material from trucks; deliver material to secondary warehouse; Disposes of road kill; Pumps water from flooded streets and other areas; plows snow; applies sand and salt to icy roads; Trains on trucks utilized by the Road/Maintenance Worker Int., including tandem dump trucks and truck tractor with trailer; Performs daily walk around of vehicles and reports any problems to Foreman; Assists co-workers with various related tasks; Substitutes, if assigned, during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations; Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and, Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills

Other Important Duties* Performs such other related duties as may be assigned; May work weekends, holidays, and 24/7 standby; Maintains a safe and healthy work place environment; As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor. Job Summary Summary of Position The Road/Maintenance Worker, under close and frequent supervision, operate trucks under 33,000 G.V.W. or other light equipment as directed

Supports other assignments relating to the maintenance of County roads, bridges, parks and right-of-ways and performs related work as required. Additional Information Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: principles, operation and servicing of trucks, light tractors and related automotive equipment; knowledge of traffic laws and regulations involved in equipment operation; materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of roads; the English language; principles and methods for the transportation of people or material. Skill/Ability to: understand and follow quick and accurately, oral and written instructions; ability to perform moderately heavy manual labor under any kind of weather conditions; operate all equipment, machinery, and tools required; watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and superiors; Pass a Criminal Background Investigation; Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance: Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance; Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment; Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner; Maintain strict confidentiality; Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and, Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellence.

Organizational Relationships Reports to: Road/Maintenance Worker, Sr. Directs: This is a non-supervisory position. Other: Has frequent contact with other county employees and the general public.

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