Salary : $37,705.00 - $61,799.00 Annually
Location : Stuart, FL 34996
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01901
Department: Public Works
Division: Field Operations
Opening Date: 06/10/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
SUMMARY
Skilled and senior manual labor in the performance of construction for the Public Works Department. This is a lead position.
In the event of a natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee may be required to perform emergency duties as directed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AMD ABILITIES
(Note: The listed duties are illustrative only and are not intended to describe each and every function, which may be performed in the job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)
Forms and pours concrete.
Acts as lead worker as required.
Performs concrete work including demolition, forming, grinding and finishing.
Performs excavation related to underground and site construction.
Reviews and evaluates rights of way and construction sites for safety hazards and prepares required records/reports.
Follows standard operating procedures, observes safety practices and reports potential safety hazards.
Inspects trucks, tools and equipment.
Ensures the maintenance of trucks, tools and equipment.
Builds forms for use in concrete construction.
Assists in placement and finishing of concrete.
Installs and repairs pipes and underground structures.
Operates equipment and trucks utilized in the construction and maintenance of rights of ways structures including but not limited to front end loaders, dump trucks, trailers, tractors and mowers.
Leads and trains others in performing maintenance of traffic.
Assists other Public Works Divisions as assigned.
Follows safe working practices and procedures.
Records time and material used on various projects.
Works with underground construction crews.
Works with sidewalk construction and repair crews.
Performs work related to this job description as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills, and abilities identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Knowledge of concrete construction and finishing.
Knowledge of underground and site construction.
Knowledge of hand and power tools and equipment used in maintenance and concrete construction work.
Knowledge of occupational hazards connected with laboring work.
Ability to perform complex and rough carpentry work.
Ability to perform underground and site construction.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
Ability to perform strenuous laboring tasks and lift up to one hundred (100) pounds under varying weather conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisors, other employees and the general public.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and three (3) years' experience in performing underground and site construction.
Additional qualifying education and/or experience which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted one for the other on a year for year basis.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B with air brakes, no restrictions on airbrakes and tanker vehicle endorsement.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / ADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT / EEO STATEMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
Ability to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 20 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds to constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Ability to perform manual tasks and remain on feet for extended periods of time
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed primarily outdoors.
ADA/COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
This document may be reproduced upon request in an alternative format by contacting the County ADA Coordinator (772) 320-3131, the County Administration Office (772) 288-5400, Florida Relay 711, or by completing our accessibility feedback form at www.martin.fl.us/accessibility-feedback.

EEO STATEMENT:
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Florida Blue - Blue Options Medial Plan & PPO Dental:

-Employee only $69.44 (26 pay periods)
-Employee Family $173.79 (26 pay periods)

The Employee Wellness Center may be utilized by all covered employees and their covered dependents at no cost.

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Annual Funding:

-Employee only $470 ( employer funded )
-Employee Family $940 ( employer funded )

Additional Insurance Plans:

Vision
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Aflac
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Additional Benefits:

12 - Paid Holiday's annually
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
01

If you indicated that you are claiming veterans preference, please select Yes. Veterans must have been honorably discharged as indicated on their DD214 to be eligible for preference. Please submit a DD214 along with this application. If a DD214 is not submitted, you have five (5) business days to provide documentation.

• Yes, claiming veterans preference.
• No, not claiming veterans preference.

02

Are you a current employee of Martin County, current active volunteer for Martin County, current active intern for Martin County or performing work through temporary agency, ReSource, for services to Martin County?

• Yes
• No

03

Please list the highest education you possess:

• Less than High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate's Degree or higher

04

Please select the driver's license you possess:

• I currently possess a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class "A" (this includes permits).
• I currently possess a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class "B" (this includes permits).
• I currently possess a valid Florida Driver's License Class "E" (this includes permits).
• I do not possess any driver's license

05

*Please indicate your years of relevant experience:

• No experience
• Some experience to one (1) year of experience
• Between one (1) to three (3) years of experience
• Between three (3) to five (5) years of experience
• Between five (5) to seven (7) years of experience
• Between seven (7) to nine (9) years of experience
• More than 9 years of experience

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