Maintenance Worker, Highway Department

Stearns-County,-Mn; Waite Park (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Stearns County is seeking a Maintenance Worker to construct, repair and maintain County roadways and bridges. This role operates light and heavy construction equipment, plows roads and applies ice control materials to keep roadways safe.

You will also install and repair bridges, culverts, fences and guard rails as needed. The position requires a high school diploma, two years of highway equipment experience, a valid Minnesota CDL Class A (tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within six

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience with highway construction/maintenance equipment.
• Valid Minnesota Class A CDL without restrictions; tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment including single axle and tandem trucks, pavers, graders, and related machinery.
• Plows and applies ice control materials to County roads for safety.
• Installs and repairs bridges, culverts, fences, guard rails, and snow fences.
• Cuts brush, shovels fill material and patches road surfaces as needed.
• Follows preventive maintenance and basic repairs to equipment; reports issues.

Skills

Highway equipment operation

CDL Class A

Tanker endorsement

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

SalaryHiring Rate: $27.93/hour, Grade 15, Non-Exempt, AFSCME Highway, Parks and Maintenance UnitStearns County Mission: Provide Exceptional Public Services to Assure a Safe, Healthy, Vibrant County for All.Stearns County Values: Professional | Approachable | Responsive | Collaborative | Fair & EquitableStearns County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, public assistance status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.Starting Salary Range: $27.93 - $33.35/hourPosition ObjectiveTo construct, repair and maintain County roadways and bridges. This position is responsible for operating light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment, motor vehicles, and performing manual labor.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThese examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this position and do not limit the assignment of related duties to this classification.1. Operates heavy equipment including, single axle and tandem trucks, pavers, motor graders, shouldering machine, front-end loaders, skid steers, water truck, loader, and street sweeper.2. Plows and wings snow and applies ice control materials to County roads in an effort to maintain safe roadways.3. Installs and/or repairs bridges, culverts, fences, guard rails and snow fences.4. Cuts brush and trees with hand and power tools; uses shovels to load and distribute fill and patching material and removes snow on bridges.5. Fills patches and cracks of bituminous roadways.6. Hauls material including fill, gravel and bituminous mix.7. Removes debris and dead animals from roadways and ditches.8. Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment; assists in the performance of mechanical repair of equipment to ensure safe and proper working condition of all tools and equipment.9. Attends work in a regular and timely manner.10. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.Minimum QualificationsIn order to be considered for this position, applicants must possess the following:High school graduate or equivalentTwo years of experience in the operation of highway construction and/or maintenance equipmentValid CDL - Minnesota Class A driver's license without restrictionsTanker endorsement or the ability to obtain with six months of employmentAble to report to work within 45 minutes if necessaryExperience using a personal computerPreferred Experience Beyond Minimum Qualifications:Snow removal and ice control operations in a road system environmentMaintenance Worker with a County, City or State officeVocational training with experience in the operation and maintenance of light construction and maintenance equipmentMaking minor repairs and adjustments to service equipmentExperienced in the operation of trucks, tractors and other light automotive equipmentDesirable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities1. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a variety of highway construction and maintenance equipment.2. Knowledge of the operating hazards and safety precautions related to such equipment.3. Skill in the operation of large tractor mower, front end loader, single axel and tandem truck with plow and wing, tractor backhoe, paver, steel roller, dozer and track excavator.4. Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments and to service equipment including chain saw, concrete saw, jackhammer, brush chipper, shouldering equipment.5. Ability to perform strenuous work involving heavy and repetitive lifting under varying weather conditions.6. Ability to interpret engineering plan specifications and survey markings.7. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.Accountabilities Shared By All Employees1. Consistently performs job responsibilities with a positive attitude and in a manner consistent with the County’s mission and values.2. Develops and maintains a respectful and collaborative professional relationship with all County employees and the public we serve.3. Values and respects the diversity each employee brings to the organization.4. Develops and maintains knowledge and understanding of all department and County-wide policies, protocols and procedures that apply to the performance of this position.5. Complies with all rules and policies to maintain a safe work environment.Work Environment and Physical DemandsThe primary responsibilities for this position will be performed approximately 85% of the time outdoors and 15% indoors. Will have some exposure to health hazards and accidents; requires a moderate to high level of physical effort. All employees are required to reside within the state of Minnesota. Click the following to review the Functional Job Analysis .Extent of Supervision or Guidance ProvidedWork is performed under the general direction of the Operations Supervisor.Responsibility for Public ContactModerate.Hours of WorkThe hours for this position are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Summer hours: 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday (starting the week prior to Memorial Day through Labor Day). Must be available for call outs for seasonal and emergency operations.Interview DateIf you are selected to be interviewed for this position, interviews will be held on a date to be determined. Invitations to interview will be sent to the email address listed on the job application and will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. A job specific physical, drug and/or psychological exam may be required before appointment.BenefitsTo view Stearns County benefits go to: Stearns County Benefits PageIf you require special accommodations to participate in the Stearns County hiring process, please contact us at 320-656-3606.