Maintenance Worker I

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen County War Memorial Coliseum is seeking a skilled Maintenance Worker I to operate trucks and heavy machinery for road maintenance in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This role entails performing inspections, snow removal, and various maintenance tasks while adhering to safety regulations. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and a Commercial Driver’s License Class A. The position offers a full-time schedule with potential overtime during weather events.

Qualifications

• One year experience in truck and heavy equipment operation preferred.
• Knowledge of patching highways and OSHA rules for traffic.
• Maintain Forklift Certification and participate in safety training.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and heavy machinery for road maintenance.
• Conduct inspections of equipment pre and post use.
• Perform snow removal and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Truck operation

Heavy machinery operation

Traffic control

Basic roadway construction

Mechanical inspections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Commercial Driver’s License Class A

Tools

Loader

Bobcat

Excavator

Back-hoe

Motor grader

Job description

Department: Highway FLSA Status: Non‑exempt. Classification/Level: D - V. Date: 6/2023.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the operation of trucks and heavy machinery to maintain or construct roads, culverts, bridges, and drainage structures.
• Conducts inspections, ensuring proper fluid levels, tire pressure, and mechanical functionality of trucks and equipment before and after use.
• Replaces catch basins and conducts repairs on field tile for water drainage purposes.
• Provides traffic control and flagging at road construction sites.
• Works as part of a road crew, performing asphalt repairs, mowing, vector removal, and other related maintenance tasks.
• Takes charge of snow removal, machine repairs, brush cutting, tree removal, dead animal removal, and stump grinding.
• Loads, transports, deposits, and spreads materials such as crushed stone, sand, salt, and others using trucks.
• Demonstrates proficiency in operating precise electronic equipment and completing tasks involving slope grade lasers, sondes for tile tracing, operating underground cameras, slope levels, and station surveying for right-of-way.
• Maintains work reports and records as required by the County and Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Adheres to County, State, and Federal Safety Regulations, Policies, and Procedures in performing all duties.
• Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and one year experience in truck and heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
• Commercial Driver’s License with Class A endorsement for operating County vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of patching highways, OSHA rules for working near and around traffic.
• Knowledge of basic roadway construction.
• Ability to operate dump trucks, chain saw, construction equipment and tools including, but not limited to loader, bob cat, excavator, back‑hoe, and motor grader.
• Working knowledge of repair and proper installation of the water run off systems and drainage.
• Maintain Forklift Certification in addition to participating in all safety training programs offered.

Performance Expectations

The Maintenance Worker I carries out moderately complex tasks involving the operation and inspection of heavy equipment. They must possess a thorough understanding of the work process while replacing catch basins and conducting repairs on field tile for water runoff drainage.

Responsibility

The Maintenance Worker I carries out their responsibilities under moderate supervision, following detailed instructions. They must demonstrate caution and proficiency when operating trucks, equipment, and attachments to prioritize personal safety and the well‑being of others.

Personal Work Relationships

The Maintenance Worker I maintains regular communication with fellow County employees while performing maintenance and repairs on County highways and roads. The Maintenance Worker I demonstrates tact, respect, patience, and professionalism when interacting with co‑workers, the public, and outside agencies.

Working Conditions

The Maintenance Worker I regularly lifts objects weighing up to sixty pounds, frequently engages in bending, pushing, pulling loads, kneeling, climbing ladders, reaching overhead, and crawling. They spend considerable time standing and sitting, with some walking. The job involves frequent exposure to temperature extremes and hazardous equipment, as well as regular exposure to noise, unpleasant odors, fumes, and occasional exposure to chemicals. Attention to detail, equipment monitoring, and detailed inspections are frequently required, along with some proofreading. The role also entails exposure to hazards associated with working in heavy traffic environments.

Supervision

None

Licensing

Commercial Driver’s License with Class A endorsement for operating County vehicles and equipment.

Immediate Supervisor

Supervisor

Hours

7:00 am – 3:30pm – 40 hours; overtime as required or schedule changes deemed necessary during weather events. Summer hours (Memorial Day thru Labor Day) may be changed to 6 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the discretion of the Barn Supervisor.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.