Road Department Truck Driver/Equipment Operator

5 days ago

Prineville, United States Crook County Full time
I. Job Purpose:

Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.

The primary duty of this position is to preform road maintenance and preservation activities and road construction operations on County Accepted Maintained Roads. This position conducts inspections and maintenance activities for the following attributes: Bridges, Signs, Guardrail and Culverts along with tree trimming, debris removal and shoulder work. Under the direction of the Road Superintendent, this position also provides snow control and sanding operations as well as provides emergency response services and traffic control. Additionally, this position operates dump trucks, heavy equipment and performs manual labor for extended periods of time.

II. Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities:

Perform manual labor assignments as needed including but not limited to cleaning ditches, culverts installation, cutting brush with hand tools, loads and hauls brush, removes dead animals along county roads, clears right-of-way of brush and other debris to improve visibility and diminish road hazards.
Respond to emergencies as directed by Road Superintendent and perform tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies. Notify the Road Superintendent of any conditions that require additional work or additional resources.
Conduct inspections of roads, guardrail, bridge structures, culverts, signs, and other attributes within County Rights of Way. Report any identified and potential hazards, damaged and maintenance needs to the Road Superintendent.
Provide traffic control for emergency response events such as motor vehicle accidents, flooding and removal of road hazards as directed by the Road Superintendent
Provide snow control and sanding operations along County Accepted Maintained Roads
Conduct maintenance activities in compliance with county, state and federal safety policies and practices.
Follow all safety policies and procedures of the Road Department and Crook County
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Road Superintendent as necessary during the course of the workday.
Provide assistance to Office staff and Shop lead when requested.
Performs manual tasks in application of asphalt patching and road surface repair; installs/repairs guardrails, fences, signposts and mailboxes.
Operate the following types of equipment: dump trucks, lowboy truck, bucket trucks, forklifts, power brooms, vibratory rollers, wheel loader, motor grader, excavator, backhoe.
Utilize specialized power-driven hand tools including chain saws, jackhammer and plate compactor.
Prepare and Complete Daily Traffic Control Plans when needed.
Perform Daily Site Inspection of work zones to determine location for sign set up.
Perform traffic control and flagging activities as needed; including placing signs, barricades, traffic cones and other warning devices; duties may vary according to job assignment.
Guide traffic within work zones, through and around construction and maintenance projects; performs a variety of manual tasks associated with road and bridge activities.
Operate pickup and flatbed pickup (not requiring a commercial driver’s license), and miscellaneous tools in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
Conduct daily equipment inspections according to County Standards.

III. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to maintain a clean work environment.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time during the course of the workday.
Proficient in operating vehicles, dump trucks and heavy equipment
Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.
Ability to effectively communicate with the public in order to address public complaints and concerns.
Knowledge of Federal, State and County requirements for road repair and maintenance.
Knowledge of equipment involved in road maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of road maintenance, preservation and construction activities.
Ability to successfully complete projects under stressful and demanding deadlines with changing priorities and conditions.
Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Regulations
Knowledge of the principles and practices of traffic control and safety
Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
Ability to stoop, kneel and bend and be able to move fluently from one piece of equipment to another.
Ability to effectively communicate using handheld radios.
Ability to identify mechanical issues and safety concerns with commercial vehicles and equipment operations.
Ability to recognize dangerous traffic situations and warn workers in sufficient time to avoid injury.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of traffic control and safety

IV. Qualifications:

Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years’ experience with Truck Driving and Equipment operation

Maintain a Valid Class A CDL for the State of Oregon
Maintain a Valid ICC Medical Card
Maintain a Oregon Traffic Control Certification
Prior to or on date of hire:

Able to complete a thorough employment and/or criminal history check.
Able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.

V. Position Details:

The duties outlined in this job description are not all inclusive and additional duties and tasks will be assigned as required.
Work location is Crook County Road Department.
Fair Labor Standards Classification: Non-Exempt
CDL Position
Union Position
Work is performed in outside environments with exposure to inclement weather.

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