Road Maintenance Technician — Entry-Level with Training

MOHAVE COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 52,211,000 - 64,334,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

ASRS retirement

Wellness program

Deferred compensation

Job summary

Mohave County Public Works is seeking an entry level Road Maintenance Worker to assist in maintaining county roads and properties. The role involves operating light to medium equipment, with on-the-job training and potential heavy equipment exposure as qualifications are met.

4 ten-hour shifts are typical, with seasonal hours and occasional overtime for call-outs. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Must possess the ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver’s License within six months from hire date.
• Must pass pre-employment background screening.

Responsibilities

• Pothole Repair: Patch and repair damaged pavement areas.
• Shoulder Maintenance: Maintain roadway shoulders for safety.
• Construction Maintenance: Support construction-related road work.
• Crack Seal & Chip Seal: Treat approx. 90–100 miles of paved roadway each fiscal year.
• Soil Stabilization: Improve soil structure on roadways.
• Dirt Road Grading: Grade and maintain unpaved roads.
• Sweeping: Clear debris from roadways and shoulders.
• Culvert & Cattle Guard Cleanup: Maintain drainage and livestock crossings.
• Guardrail Repair: Repair and maintain roadside guardrails.
• Snow Removal: Clear snow and maintain safe winter travel routes.

Skills

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Equipment operation (light/medium)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Jackhammer

Drills

Chainsaw

Mower

Shovel

Rake

Weed eater

Light/Medium equipment operation

Job description

Mohave County Public Works is seeking an entry level Road Maintenance Worker to assist in maintaining county roads and properties. The role involves operating light to medium equipment, with on-the-job training and potential heavy equipment exposure as qualifications are met.

4 ten-hour shifts are typical, with seasonal hours and occasional overtime for call-outs. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a CDL within six months.