Highway Worker Class 4 – Truck Driver

Gogebic County Road Commission; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

The Gogebic County Road Commission is seeking a Highway Worker Class 4 – Truck Driver to transport equipment and work crews safely. You'll be performing seasonal road maintenance, ensuring road safety, and operating vehicles to remove snow and debris.

The position requires a high school diploma and a valid Michigan Class A CDL. Experience in maintenance or construction and effective communication skills are essential. Join us to contribute to the safety of our roads.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of maintenance/construction experience preferred.
• Valid Michigan Class A Commercial Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports equipment and crews to various worksites.
• Performs seasonal road maintenance and repair.
• Operates vehicles to remove snow and keep roadways clear.
• Maintains records for compliance with regulations.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Manual labor

Truck driving

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Michigan Class A CDL with N endorsement

Job description

Job Details

Job Link: Highway Worker Class 4 – Truck Driver

Salary: $25.81 per hour

Location: 301 Bush St., Mason, MI

Position Description

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.

Essential Functions

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. Performs other duties as assigned.
10. Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA and other privacy issues.

Employment 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.