Transportation Worker 3 Crew Chief - Brooke County

State of West Virginia; Moundsville (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

State of West Virginia is seeking a Transportation Worker 3 Crew Chief to lead a crew in highway maintenance and repair. The role involves operating heavy machinery, ensuring safety, and timely project completion.

The position requires CDL within six months of employment and may involve overtime, weekend shifts, and irregular hours. Tier 4 hourly rate is $26.7338.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety practices in structural steel construction.
• Knowledge of procedures, techniques, and equipment in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety standards in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of basic blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of general construction and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment for maintenance and overhaul of gasoline and diesel engines.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and determine repair procedures.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read operation manuals, blueprints, and specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of transportation workers and participate in highway maintenance and repair.
• Oversee fabrication, location, installation and repair of highway signage as needed.
• Investigate citizen complaints and inspect highways to determine repair needs.
• Assist in scheduling maintenance and repair projects.
• Coordinate equipment and materials required for jobs.
• Assign duties and lead crews to complete projects.

Skills

Crew leadership

Heavy equipment operation

CDL required

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Maintenance planning

Record keeping

Job description

Nature of Work

• Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” This position will report to Brooke County Maintenance Headquarters. The Transportation Worker 3 Crew Chief leads a crew of transportation workers, participates in the maintenance and repair of highways, and works to ensure the completion of daily projects. Completes all required reports concerning time and attendance, materials, equipment, and inspection of work. This work may involve operating machinery by hand that involves a great degree of strenuous activity. Operating heavy machinery in extreme conditions may be included in this level. Position could be required to lift up to 75 pounds or more. Performs other related work as required.
• The selected applicant will be placed in a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program. Progression through the apprenticeship program is dependent upon hours completed, proficiency in work, training completed, as well as maintaining and/or obtaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). However, a Transportation Worker 3 Crew Chief is excluded, and the applicant will not be placed within a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program.
• The WVDOT is responsible for the planning, construction, maintenance, and regulation of over 35,000 miles of state roads. This duty may necessitate employees working irregular hours, shifts, weekends, and more than 40 hours per week, occasionally without prior notice.
• In the area of assignment of Transportation Worker 3 Crew Chief, the applicant is excluded from being placed within a U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship program.
• In the area of assignment of Crew Chief, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within six (6) months of employment.
• Tier 4 hourly rate: $26.7338

Examples of Work

• Leads a crew of transportation workers and participates in the maintenance and repair of highways.
• May lead a crew of sign shop employees in the fabrication, location, installation, and repair of highway signage.
• Investigate citizen complaints on roads and inspect highways to determine needed repair work.
• Assists in scheduling maintenance and repair projects.
• Coordinates equipment and materials needed.
• Assigns duties to crew members and leads crews in the completion of projects.
• Completes all required reports concerning time and attendance, materials, equipment, and inspection of work.
• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.
• In the area of assignment of Crew Chief, a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within six (6) months of employment.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of safety practices used in structural steel construction.
• Knowledge of the procedures, techniques, and equipment used in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and applicable safety standards and procedures in the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of basic blueprint reading.
• Knowledge of general construction and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered engines and their components.
• Knowledge of the operation of motor-driven equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and determine appropriate procedures for repairs.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read operation manuals, blueprints, and specifications in the area of assignment.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment in the area of assignment.
• Ability to perform skilled trades work in bridge construction and maintenance.
• Ability to operate and maintain highway equipment and attachments.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of daily maintenance activities and of gauges and meters used in heating, ventilation, and cooling systems.
• Ability to climb high steel structures.
• Ability to train and work cooperatively with other skilled and semi-skilled workers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

Training/Education

• No formal education required.

Experience

• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in roadway construction or roadway maintenance, or in bridge or structural steel construction comparable to the work performed by the Division of Highways.
• Experience Substitutions: Successful completion of an approved vocational school program may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience in the specified area of assignment.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Sherry D Wade
• Phone Number: 304-221-2089
• Email Address: [e-mail]

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits.
• Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.
• Direct deposit (twice a month)
• Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or promotional appointment.
• Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses.
• Choice of plans.
• The state pays the major part of the premium.
• Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance)
• The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.
• The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Additional group insurance is available.
• The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).
• State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan.
• A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.
• The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year.
• This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.
• Twelve paid holidays in each year.
• 15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.
• Paid Sick Leave benefit. Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate.
• Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act.
• Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.
• Military Leave - Paid Military Leave
• We offer many formal in-house training classes.
• Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.
• Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.
• Credit Union
• Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules
• Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.
• Free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

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