Senior Asphalt Equipment Operator

2 weeks ago

Salt Lake City, United States Salt Lake City Full time

Position Title:

Senior Asphalt Equipment Operator

Job Description:

Reporting to a District Manager, Field Supervisor, or Assistant Field Supervisor, operates a wide variety of medium-to-heavy construction equipment used in construction, maintenance and repair of City streets. In a "lead" capacity, performs general supervision at an assigned work site. Provides training and orientation to subordinate workers in established asphalt applications and the use of specialized equipment.

About the Position:

The Asphalt Maintenance Program provides repair and maintenance to the asphalt on the streets of Salt Lake City. This maintenance includes pothole patching, crack sealing, inlays, level patching, and tie-ins to some concrete repairs. In addition to performing general supervision, as Senior Asphalt Equipment Operator you will respond to pothole trouble calls year-round and routine pothole patching, as well as crack sealing and inlays as prep for the Streets Surface Treatment Program.

About the Team:

The Streets Team is a diverse and inclusive workplace with individuals from all backgrounds who are dedicated to enhancing economic vibrancy and quality of life in Salt Lake City by maintaining roads and related infrastructure in a safe and effective manner.​​​​​​​

Position Salary Range:

$22.96 - $30.24/hr based on qualifications and experience.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave

Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment

Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Key Responsibilities:

As a crew leader, performs maintenance, repair and construction duties; i.e., road surface preparation, pot hole repair, digouts, asphalt tie-ins, skin and deep patching, crack sealing, grading, fog sealing, slurry sealing, chip sealing, planning, reclaiming, and overlay.

Operates, supervises the operation of, and provides training on, a full range of medium-to-heavy construction equipment required for the various asphalt applications. (Medium Complexity - trailers, rollers, ten-wheelers, lift trucks, water tankers, bobtails, flusher trucks, power brooms, etc.) (High Complexity - tar pots, Lee Boys, track loaders, graders, vibratory rollers, backhoes, pavers, planers, loaders, transports, snowplows, slurry machines, reclaimers, asphalt plants, etc.)

As directed by District Manager or Field Supervisor, inspects and evaluates a scheduled repair site and will make decisions on potential departures from the projected repair plan.

Notifies area residents and/or businesses of upcoming construction schedule and provides them with information regarding the re-routing of traffic and the relocation of their personal vehicles. Reports any extraordinary considerations to a Field Supervisor; i.e., nursing homes, bus routes, special commercial or residential needs, etc. Coordinates with police to remove and relocate any vehicles which may be obstructing the work site.

In cooperation with a Field Supervisor, ensures the proper placement of traffic control signs and barricades. May actually "set up" or assign sign and barricade set up to subordinate personnel.

Makes recommendations on the assignment of personnel and equipment for individual projects and performs general supervision at the work site.

"Troubleshoots" and makes repairs to equipment in the yard or at the work site. Refers major repairs to Fleet Management.

As assigned by a District Manager or Field Supervisor, will perform duties as part of the Department's asphalt contract program and may be assigned to supervise those functions for the duration of a contracted project.

Performs routine paperwork; i.e., Work Orders, Action Orders, Utilization Report, Barricade List, etc. Confirms invoices for emulsion, asphalt, and other materials.

Performs snow removal duties for an assigned district in accordance with the City's Snow Removal Program.

Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years’ paid work experience to include two years’ operating the equipment which would be assigned plus one year performing "lead" or supervisory duties.

Extensive knowledge of generally accepted procedures and materials in the field of asphalt maintenance construction.

Extensive knowledge of preventative maintenance required for the specified equipment and the ability to detect the need for and to make repairs and adjustments.

Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver's License.

Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.

Ability to work and relate well with co-workers, supervisors and the general public in varying circumstances.

Working Conditions:

Moderate-to-heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium-heavy weights (31 to 75 lbs.).

Difficult working positions. Has to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods.

Constant exposure to disagreeable elements such as extreme heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust, airborne particles, and grease. Also, exposure to vehicular traffic while working in the public roadway.

Potential occupational hazards due to exposures to heated asphalt, asphalt emulsion materials and compounds, and petroleum-based solvents and potentially explosive propane gas.

Frequent exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior and the demands of the position.

Unconventional working hours and subject to 24-hour call as specified in the City snow removal program or emergency operations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

DEPARTMENT

Public Services

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

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