Road Maintenance Worker I/II/III

DescriptionDEFINITION:I:Under supervision, to perform a variety of physical labor duties; and to do related work as required.Ii:Under general supervision, to perform a variety of assignments in the maintenance, repair, and construction of roads, bridges, and drainage systems; to operate light equipment; and to do related work as required.Iii:Under general supervision, to skillfully operate a variety of construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks and heavy-power-driven road maintenance and construction equipment; to perform a variety of assignments in the maintenance, repair, and construction of roads, bridges, and drainage systems; and to do related work as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSI:This is an entry level classification in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. This level is distinguished from Road Maintenance Worker II by the performance of a narrow range of unskilled and semi-skilled road maintenance assignments under close supervision. Employees who successfully complete the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program will advance to the Road Maintenance Worker II level without further competition.Ii:This is the first experienced working level in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents are assigned to variety of maintenance, repair, construction, and light equipment operation assignments. They may operate heavy construction and maintenance equipment, similar to that operated by a Road Maintenance Worker III, in a training capacity or on an emergency basis. Incumbents are not expected to display the same level of skill and accuracy in heavy equipment operation required of a Road Maintenance Worker III. Incumbents in this class are subject to twenty-four "call-out" for road related emergencies. Employees who successfully complete the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program will advance to the Road Maintenance Worker III level without further competition.Iii:This is the heavy equipment operator level in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents are assigned to operate a wide variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment. The operation of this equipment is characterized by a high degree of skill in manipulation of hand and foot controls and accuracy in moving materials to exact specifications. An incumbent in the Road Maintenance Worker II class may operate similar equipment in a training or emergency basis, but they are not expected to display the same level of skill and accuracy required of a Road Maintenance Worker III. Incumbents in this class are subject to twenty-four "call-out" for road related emergencies.May provide lead direction for others in the Road Maintenance Worker series.REPORTS TO Road Maintenance SupervisorCLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISEDNoneTYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSFrequently stand and walk; walk for long distances and on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to lift material weighing over 100 lbs. with assistance; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of hand tools, including chain saw.TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions; work is performed in an environment with constant noise; exposure to gasses, fumes, dust, grease and oils; exposure to moving equipment, exposure to electrical current; constant contact with staff and the public.Example of Duties(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)I:Assists with and performs a variety of unskilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and drainage systemsPerforms duties such as setting up traffic control signsServes as a flag person for road repair and maintenance crewsMay cut weeds, clear debris, and clean ditchesPerforms routine maintenance and repairs duties on equipmentLoads, rakes, and shovels asphaltHand sweeps surfacesPatches holes and repairs roadsOperates general hand tools such as chain sawsDrives a vehicle to transport materials, tools and equipmentMay use a shovel work to open, widen, and backfilling excavations Performs maintenance clean-up duties around the Public Works yard Communicates with the public during flagging dutiesOperates a two-way radioOther duties as assignedIi:Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and related facilitiesPerforms oil and chip seal work on roadsPerforms semi-skilled concrete work in the construction and maintenance of culverts, and related structuresMixes and places concreteCuts and prepares roads for patches, spreads pre-mix and oilRakes asphaltPerforms maintenance functions such as cutting brush, clearing culverts, and cleaning ditchesOperates hand tools such as jack-hammers and chain sawsAssists with the maintenance and repair of construction equipment Performs routine servicing of equipment such as changing oil and filters May serve as flag person for road repair and maintenance crewsMay transport road maintenance equipment throughout the County using proper tie down techniquesUses a shovel work to open, widen, and backfill excavationsRemoves objects and dead animals from the roadsChecks roads for hazardsMaintains records of materials and equipment usedCommunicates with the public during flagging dutiesOperates a two-way radio; learns to operate a variety of power-driven equipment such as crawlers, tractors, loaders, power booms, chippers, graders, and other power-driven equipmentUses backhoe attachments on appropriate equipmentOperates trucks in the hauling of road fill and base materials for construction, maintenance, and repair projectsMay perform sign maintenance, inventory and repairMay conduct traffic surveys/speed counts, and classification surveys May perform stripping and road marking, as assignedMay perform welding and fabricating assignments.Works alongside work crewsOther duties as assigned Iii:Operates a variety of trucks in the hauling of road fill and base materials for construction, maintenance, and repair projectsOperates crawlers, tractors, loaders, power booms, chippers, graders, and other power-driven equipmentUses backhoe attachments on appropriate equipmentPerforms oil and chip seal work on roadsMay perform sign maintenance and repairMay perform semi-skilled concrete work in the construction and maintenance of culverts, and related structuresMixes and places concreteCuts and prepares roads for patchesSpreads pre-mix and oilRakes asphaltPerforms a variety of maintenance work in the construction, maintenance, operation and repair of roads, bridges, landfill sites, and related facilitiesOperates hand tools such as jack-hammers and chain sawsAssists with the maintenance and repair of construction equipment and performs routine servicing of equipment such as changing oil and filtersTransports road maintenance equipment throughout the County using proper tie down techniquesMay use a shovel to open, widen, and backfill excavationsChecks roads for hazardsMaintains records of materials and equipment usedOperates a two-way radioProvide Heavy Equipment Operator training to Road Maintenance Worker I/II and Heavy Equipment Mechanic classifications as part of a county heavy equipment operator apprenticeship training program for operating skills to use in realistic working conditions. Training will complete excavation, rough and finish grading, road building, utilities trenching, setting culverts and material handling.Other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsAny combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:Graduation from high school or equivalent; and,I:Some previous work experience performing heavy physical labor is highly desirable.Ii:One year of road maintenance work and construction experience comparable to that of a Road Maintenance Worker I with San Benito County. Work experience must include training and background in truck or equipment operations.Iii:Two years of road maintenance work and construction experience comparable to that of a Road Maintenance Worker II with San Benito County. Work experience must include training and heavy equipment operations.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License; and,Employees hired after August 20, 2013 and employees who have volunteered for the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program must also possess a Class A driving permit in conformance with California Department of Motor Vehicle licensing requirements within six months from date of hire and possession of a valid California Class A driver's license within one year from date of hire. Out-of-pocket expenses as they relate to pursuing a valid California Class A driver's license would be the responsibility of applicants or employees.The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of San Benito assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.Knowledge Of/Ability ToKnowledge Of:Safe driving practices and the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motor vehicles.Work safety practices.Ability To:Perform a variety of unskilled and semiskilled work in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, culverts, and public works facilities.Perform heavy physical labor.Follow oral and written directions.Maintain and make basic repairs to equipment.Maintain basic records.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.Selection Process: All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITSEmployees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.< 4 years of service = 10 days per year 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year 15 + years of service = 20 days per yearHolidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees.Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate.Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only.Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per familyLife Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D.Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security.Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000).Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceRetirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS MembersSocial Security (non-safety)Vacation Based on Continued Years of ServiceSick Leave 15 Days AnnuallyFloating Holiday457 Deferred CompensationCredit UnionFlexible Spending AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramGroup Life InsuranceAdditional Optional Life Insurances & AD&DTuition Reimbursement01I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.Yes02Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.YesNo03Have you graduated from high school or obtained an equivalency such as a GED?YesNo04Do you possess either of the following?CA Class ACA Class CNone of the above05You may be subject to 24-hour "call-out" for road related emergencies throughout San Benito County. Is this something you are willing and able to do?YesNo06How much experience do you have in road maintenance and construction experience? (This MUST include training & background in truck and/or equipment operations.)Two or moreOne to less than twoNo experience07Please describe any training and experience as it relates to the position of a Road Maintenance Worker.08Do you have any work experience in performing heavy physical labor?A great deal of experienceSome experienceNo experience09Please describe any experience performing heavy physical labor.10How many years of experience do you have operating the following: crawlers, tractors, power booms, chippers, graders, and/or other power-driven equipment?Five or more yearsThree to less than five yearsOne to less than three yearsLess than one yearNo experience11Please describe your experience to question #10.12How many years of experience do you have performing a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and related facilities?Five or more yearsThree to less than five yearsOne to less than three yearsLess than one yearNo experience Required Question