M&O WORKER/TECHNICIAN - LABORER - ROADS DIVISION

• High School Diploma (or GED); and
• Six months of experience in road maintenance or construction, farming, forestry, landscaping or any other labor intensive work experience that directly involves the skills required to operate machinery, small tools, power tools, vehicles or equipment is required; OR
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the work.

• Experience performing road maintenance, construction and drainage installation and repair work.

• High School Diploma (or GED); and
• Twelve months of experience in road maintenance or construction, farming, forestry, landscaping or any other labor intensive work experience that directly involves the skills required to operate machinery, small tools, power tools, vehicles or equipment is required.

• Pass a medical/physical evaluation, including audiometric testing, conducted in accordance with WAC 296-817-400.
• Pass all job-related examinations/test necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. 
• Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Provide references that demonstrate reliability, a good attendance record and a positive work ethic/attitude.
• Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. 

• Possess a CDL permit, medical card and enter the DOT random.
• Possess current Washington State Traffic Flagging certification.
• Possess current Washington State Industrial First Aid certification.
• Possess current Erosion and Sediment Control certification.

• The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment.The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:
  • Category 1: Driver operates County-owned vehicle.
  • CDL Driver: Operating County owned vehicles and CDL vehicles. Successful candidate must [have a current or obtain within 12 months of employment] a Washington Class A endorse N or X with air brake restriction removed.
  • Prior to CDL Assignment:
    • CDL drivers must submit a driving abstract and a current medical card.
    • CDL Drivers in accordance with federal regulations and Kitsap County Drug and Alcohol Policy and Procedures for CDL Drivers, no employee will be allowed to operate CDL vehicles or equipment in this position for Kitsap County until he/she has successfully passed a breath alcohol test and urine drug screening; and enter into a random DOT regulated drug and alcohol testing process.

• The basic/standard practices, methods, tools and materials used in road maintenance work.
• The use of hand and power tools used in construction trades. 
• Occupational hazards and safe practices as applied to the work performed.

• Appear for scheduled work with regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Establish and maintain cooperative, effective, and productive working relationships using tact, patience and courtesy with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public. 
• Complete tasks within prescribed timeframes.
• Work all shifts including swing, graveyard, holiday, and weekend. 
• Learn and perform a wide variety of manual labor tasks.
• Operate various types of road equipment, heavy trucks and tools. 
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Work out of doors for extended periods under unfavorable working and inclement weather conditions. 
• Operate equipment and tools such as motor vehicles, shovels, rakes, asphalt and concrete tools safely.
• Demonstrate sufficient strength, agility and dexterity to perform the work of the position.
• Apply the safety precautions associated with the occupational hazards of the work performed. 
• Perform manual labor under uncomfortable or adverse conditions. 
• Work over 40 hours in a workweek as required including working nights, weekends and holidays.
• Report for duty on time and remain at work until the end of their scheduled shift even if an inclement weather event or emergency is declared as an "Essential Employee" under the Public Works Inclement Weather/Emergency Response policy.
• Respond as required when on stand-by duty. (Note: This position is subject to 24 hour standby duty.)
• Perform manual labor under uncomfortable or adverse conditions.

• Work is performed primarily in the field maintaining roads and road rights of way, clearing roadbeds, and picking up litter and debris. 
• Hazards associated with this work include working in traffic, around construction equipment and while operating hand and power tools including occasional exposure to associated machinery vibration, chemicals, vapors, and dust.
• Positions require traversing rough, undeveloped terrain or construction sites when walking, standing and balancing for extended periods of time such as flagging; exposure to all weather conditions.
• Sitting when operating vehicles or equipment.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching (over shoulders, at waist and below waist).
• Adequate vision sufficient to view gauges and traffic and other signals, to operate equipment and read instructions and plans.
• Hearing sufficient to respond to audible alarms, signals, radio and telephone; speaking adequate to communicate effectively and manual dexterity to grasp/handle equipment and materials. 
• Exertion of force of up to 50 lbs. occasionally, and/or up to 35 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. continually to lift/carry/move objects and to operate a variety of power equipment.   
• Requires use of protective gear such as rain gear, rubber boots, or coveralls, as needed.

• Exposed to other physical hazards out in the field.
• Exposed to potentially hazardous conditions when dealing with disgruntled or hostile individuals.

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public.  Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms.  The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with Council and the Kitsap County Personnel Manual (https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx) Membership in the union is optional. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals.  Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. 
• This posting may be used to fill future openings.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.

Salary : $21 - $32