What are the responsibilities and job description for the COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE DRIVER AND PAVEMENT TECHNICIAN position at Forest Preserve District of Cook County?
Under general supervision of the Pavement Maintenance Project Manager or designee, operates a variety of vehicles and equipment such as: snowplows, single axle and tandem axle dump trucks, spreaders. asphalt track paver, mini-excavator, water-discharge pumps, pavement crack seal kettle, pavement router, air compressor, pressure washers, hotbox, tractors, trimmers, saws, grapple hooks, sweepers, vacuums/blowers, vactor truck/rodder, asphalt roller, skid steer, concrete breaker, handheld and walk behind concrete saws, asphalt plate tamper, asphalt pavement milling attachment. Performs application, maintenance, preservation, repairs of asphalt of parking lots, paved trails and sidewalks including, but not limited to, pavement, curbs, drains, culverts and catch basins. Performs snow and ice removal by operating a snowplow along with the utilization of a road deicer (salt spreader and/or brine sprayer). Provides perimeter direction and safety controls for pedestrian and vehicular traffic in affected work/restricted areas. Manually/mechanically loads and unloads vehicles with a variety of materials, equipment, barricades, etc. Maintains and stores equipment. Transports equipment. Performs other duties as required. This is a full-time Local 700 union position.
Typical Duties
Operates and performs routine maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
Performs repairs on pavement faults in parking lots, trails, and walkways by removing damaged asphalt and applying new asphalt; as well as repairs on other District assets such as sewer drains, catch basins, culverts, retaining walls, stone shelters and stairwells.
Performs snow removal and de-icing operations.
Installs/removes signs, posts, counters and fencing using various equipment such as, but not limited to post pounders, skid-steer, hydraulic/hand-held augers, shovels, drills, and other hand tools.
Sets up pedestrian and vehicular traffic safety controls at project work; includes set up of proper roadside/parking lot closures for worksite protection.
In cases of emergency or natural disaster, performs flood control work involving the placement of barricades and sandbags, assistance with pumping operations and other required job duties as directed.
Performs street sweeping and vacuuming at District parking lots.
Performs required maintenance on permeable paved parking lots and retention ponds.
Removes graffiti on District property with graffiti blaster, pressure washers, graffiti removal products, and/or by painting over.
Performs the removal of trash, illegal fly-dumps, debris and other assorted materials along District adjacent roadsides.
Performs manual labor and debris removal at work sites using hand or power tools/equipment.
Prepares and maintains supplies, tools, and equipment inventories through written and/or electronic means.
Transports/delivers project equipment, materials, and supplies.
Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of equipment, job site and other areas
Prepares and submits daily work log records relative to work completed projects and/or assignments manually and/or electronically.
Exercises safe and efficient judgment, skill, and discretion in the performance of duties and problem solving.
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess a high school diploma, GED or higher.
Must have at least 2 years of full-time work experience performing asphalt pavement work.
Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
Possession of at least 1 season of snow plowing experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Skill in the safe and effective use and application of a wide variety of tools and equipment as characterized herein and/or applicable to job related duties.
Knowledge of the methods of repairing broken paved surfaces, as well as failed catch basins/sewer drains and culverts.
Ability to estimate granular materials used in projects, such as stone, sand, asphalt, and topsoil.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and represent the District in a professional manner.
Must maintain the required certifications and licenses for this position as a condition of continued employment; as well as obtain any additional certifications and licenses deemed appropriate by the District for this position, which include 1st Aid/CPR and Defensive Driving.
Skill in the operation of vehicles and equipment as required of the position.
Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively.
Ability to learn and apply new industry standards, methods, and techniques relative to servicing and operating equipment.
Ability to lead and/or direct others.
Ability to perform manual labor in connection with assigned duties.
Ability to maintain productive working relationships between management, co-workers, internal and external work-related partners.
Skill in transporting vehicles and equipment.
Ability and willingness to work in an outdoor environment, including but not limited to: exposure to natural elements, inclement weather, hazardous plants and animals.
Ability to engage in various types of physical exertion including, but not limited to, climbing, lifting, pulling, pushing and moving objects of moderate to heavy weight up to 50 pounds.
This position may require the employee to work out of various locations and various shifts temporarily to facilitate District operations, working overtime when necessary
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
Veteran’s Preference
When applying for employment with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference, a Veteran must:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify themselves as a Veteran on their employment application by answering Yes to the question “Are you a military veteran?”
Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation) at the time of application by uploading it as part of your application. If there are multiple DD 214s, DD 215s, or NGB 22s, the one with the most recent date should be submitted. Coast Guard members must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (before 911) or the Department of Homeland Security (after 911).
Provide original applicable discharge papers at time of interview.
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
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General District Employment Requirements
PROOF OF EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES WILL BE REQUIRED.
