Driver Seasonal - Front Range

Larimer County; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for seasonal driver roles. This position offers the chance to work outdoors with a four-day workweek, contributing to the maintenance of nearly 1000 miles of roadway. Ideal candidates will operate various CDL vehicles and heavy equipment, ensuring the smooth operation of essential road services. Join a team that values hard work and provides opportunities for growth while enjoying benefits like medical insurance and sick leave. If you're ready to make a tangible impact in your community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance benefits

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and maintain CDL vehicles and heavy construction equipment.
• Knowledge of road maintenance principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating a fleet of vehicles for road maintenance activities.
• Perform physically demanding labor outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills

Heavy highway construction knowledge

Effective communication

Ability to operate heavy equipment

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CDL vehicles

Heavy construction equipment

Job description

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Overview

Four day work weeks! Work outside!

Larimer County Road and Bridge is looking for hardworking, motivated individuals to join our team. The Road and Bridge Department is responsible for operating and maintaining the transportation system in Larimer County; the Seasonal Driver positions serve a vital role in our ability to successfully meet this responsibility.

Larimer County values it's seasonal employees and strives to create an environment where you gain the knowledge and experience to be successful. Consider joining our team and see your hard work pay off in the success of the Road and Bridge department as we work together to maintain nearly 1000 miles of roadway and the drainage structures of Larimer County.

The typical schedule for this position is Monday to Thursday, 7 AM - 5:30 PM. A road driving test will be administered. Employees are required to wear steel-toe safety shoes, which they must provide. Additionally, this position may qualify for medical insurance benefits.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Assisting with the operation of our fleet of 40+ CDL/CMV vehicles, supporting various road maintenance and construction activities, including gravel road maintenance, chip seal, and drainage maintenance.
• Operating a tandem axle water truck for gravel road maintenance, a tandem axle dump truck to transport construction materials, and a Class A tractor/trailer tanker to deliver asphalt emulsion to chip seal project sites.
• Operating heavy construction equipment as assigned.
• Performing physically demanding labor outdoors in all weather conditions, day or night, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 50 pounds regularly.
  
  

To view the full job description, visit- https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Maintenance_Worker_TEMP .

What We're Looking For

• Consistent and reliable attendance.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, external agencies, organizations, and community members.
• Knowledge of heavy highway construction and maintenance principles, practices, and techniques.
• Ability to read and understand department and County rules, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Proficiency in Larimer County-approved computer programs, as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Related experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Colorado Flaggers Certification within two (2) weeks of employment required.
• Possession of a valid driver license required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age on date of hire, required.
• Safety-toe shoes, required.
• Possession of, and ability to maintain a class ‘B' or a class ‘A' commercial driver license (CDL) without the following restrictions: 'L' -air brake restriction, 'O' –no/Trctr/Trlr restriction(s), ‘E' -No manual transmission, ‘X'-No cargo in CMV tank vehicle or ‘Z' - No full air brake equipped CMV required.
• Ability to obtain 'N' Tank endorsement by date of hire required.
  
  

Benefits

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits .

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

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