What are the responsibilities and job description for the Road Worker position at Tuolumne County?
Description
Successful candidates will be invited to interview on Wednesday, February 12, 2025
**This recruitment is specifically for a vacant position in the South (Groveland) Road Yard, but the eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies in other Road Yards. **
Under direct or general supervision, operates a variety of trucks and road construction equipment; performs routine, semi-skilled, and skilled tasks in maintenance, repair, and construction of County roads, storm drainage systems, and related structures; paints traffic control markings on pavement; fabricates, installs, repairs, and maintains traffic warning and other signs and performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct or general supervision from assigned supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction to assigned staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Road Worker I: This is the entry-level classification in the Road Worker series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in construction, maintenance and repair of County roads and rights of way. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Senior level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is often used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.
Senior Road Worker: This is the journey-level classification in the Road Worker series, able under direction to perform the full scope of duties assigned. Positions at this level are distinguished from the I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Crew Lead Worker in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional supervision of lower-level maintenance staff and is capable of performing the most complex duties assigned to the division.
The positions in the Road Worker class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Senior level are normally filled by advancement from the I level requiring two (2) additional years of experience and after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.
Examples of Duties
(Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
- Performs heavy manual labor in resurfacing, oiling and patching roads; breaks and removes pavement; digs and shovels dirt; digs, widens, shores and backfills trenches and other excavations; sweeps, clears and cleans roadsides, gutters, curbs, culverts and other drainage structures.
- Operates various pieces of equipment, including light trucks, dump trucks, back hoes, rollers, loaders, snow removal, water tankers and related equipment, and learns to operate and operates heavier equipment, in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, drainage systems and related structures.
- Operates various hand and power tools in the performance of construction and maintenance duties, including air compressors and pneumatic tools such as spaders, tampers, jackhammers, breaking guns, concrete saws; uses picks, shovels, rakes, brooms, wheelbarrows, rollers and flushers.
- Performs general maintenance and safety checks on equipment, including refueling, greasing and checking oil, water, lights and/or other vehicle components; reports the need for major repairs; performs pre-operations checks on a daily basis for all assigned motor vehicles.
- Loads, transports and unloads rock, water, fill, debris, gravel, asphalt and other materials to and from various construction sites.
- Performs and assists in the installation of traffic working, speed control, and other signs; paints traffic guards, barricades, and raised traffic bars on pavement.
- Operates and maintains a specialized road striping vehicle and multiple air, hydraulic and airless paint systems in accordance with relevant codes and ordinances.
- Mixes paint, loads truck tanks, and loads truck with necessary equipment and supplies; inspects equipment for safe operation condition.
- Fabricates, paints, and installs traffic control signs, legends, symbols and devices in accordance with traffic and vehicle control codes and ordinances.
- Clears slides; grades shoulders; clears brush; removes trees and clears accident sites; removes snow; operates spreaders to salt and sand roads; chains equipment as necessary.
- Operates snow removal equipment as required.
- Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
- Maintains public facilities, shop and garage areas, storage sites, and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.
- Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work sites and special events to ensure safe conditions for the general public and County workers.
- Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
- Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Road Worker:
- Safe driving rules and practices and state and county laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles.
- Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment common in road construction and maintenance work.
- Basic safe working methods.
- Basic mathematics.
- Basic computer software related to work.
- English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
- Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
Senior Road Worker: (In addition to the above)
- Techniques, materials and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges, drainage structures, gutters and public works projects.
- Techniques and materials used in traffic control painting and signing operations.
- Traffic control painting and sign fabrication, installation, and maintenance.
- Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the operation and maintenance of road maintenance equipment.
- Basic record keeping methods.
- Traffic control procedures and traffic sign regulations.
- The operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and light to heavy power equipment.
- Operational characteristics of specialized construction maintenance and repair equipment.
- Occupational hazards and safety equipment and practices related to the work, including the handling of hazardous chemicals.
- Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
- Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
- English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
- Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
Ability to:
Road Worker:
- Learn, understand and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to areas of responsibility.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Perform basic construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work.
- Troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for repair.
- Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
- Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and light to heavy equipment required for the work.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
- Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Senior Road Worker: (In addition to the above)
- Perform construction, modification, maintenance and repair work on streets and roadways, including alleys, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, roadway base and sub-base, guard rails, asphalt pavement, crack seal application, concrete repair, repair, and reflectivity, and pavement markings; as well as stormwater and drainage systems and facilities.
- Perform assigned maintenance and repair duties with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.
- Operate specialized construction maintenance and repair equipment, including paint and sign truck.
- Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
- Set up and operate traffic area construction zones, including cones, barricades, and flagging.
- Read, interpret, and apply technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and schematics.
- Follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties.
- Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
- Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Road Worker: One (1) year of experience as a laborer in construction or general maintenance work, including some experience in the operation of light trucks.
Senior Road Worker: Three (3) years of experience in the construction and maintenance of roads, or two (2) years as a Road Worker in Tuolumne County.
Licenses and Certifications:
Road Worker:
- Possessions of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to obtain a valid Class “B” license with a tank vehicle endorsement within the first year of employment.
Senior Road Worker: (In addition to the above)
- Possession of a California Class “A” driver's license with a tank vehicle endorsement and a satisfactory driving record.
Supplemental Information
**This recruitment is specifically for a vacant position in the South (Groveland) Road Yard, but the eligibility list may be used to fill future vacancies in other Road Yards. **
RELIEF POSITIONS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR BENEFITS
Employee Benefits Webpage Union Memorandums of Understanding
PERSONAL PAID LEAVES
- 12 paid holidays
- 16 hours of floating holiday awarded on July 4th
- 80 – 160 hours
- 96 hours of sick leave annually
- 12 paid Personal Flex Days
The County contributes monthly:
- $1,050 towards single employee benefits
- $1,794 towards employee one dependent
- $2,384 towards family benefits
- $150 if you opt out of health insurance due to being covered under another qualifying plan.
- Available Medical Plans: Anthem Blue Cross CARE PPO, Anthem Blue Cross CHOICE PPO, and Kaiser for those within their service area. Law Enforcement Anthem Blue Cross plan available for specific positions. Tuolumne County is not within the Kaiser service area.
- Dental Plan: Delta Dental
- Vision: VSP Vision Care
- Life Insurance: $50,000 option life insurance plan for purchase
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance: $50,000
- Retirement: Social Security and CalPERS
- Retirement: Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan (457b)
- Longevity/Retention Pay:
- 5 years = 2.5%
- 10 years = 5%
- 15 years = 10%
- 20 years = 15%
- 25 years = 20%
- Education Incentive Pay: 1 Certificate 2.5%, 2 Certificates 5%
- Probation: 13 or 26 completed pay periods
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Gym Membership for approved gyms
- Credit Unions
- California 529 College Savings Program
- Propane Discounts
- Verizon & AT&T Wireless Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee down payment and closing cost assistance
- Student loan forgiveness
- Educational assistance program
The County has a “Learning Forward” commitment to staff. We are dedicated to our employee’s growth and provide access to a career coach/employee development professional and provides an educational assistance program.
- A Road Worker shall receive a twenty-five ($0.25) cent per hour pay differential for each hour assigned to perform as a heavy equipment operator, when that assignment exceeds five (5) hours in any given standard tour of duty.* Employees who work four (4) hours or more in a shift beginning between 8:00 pm and 4:00 am receive a shift differential of $8.00 per shift. *Upon successful completion of 160-hour training program.
- Social Workers, Social Service Supervisor I/II, Program Managers, and Deputy Directors receive a five (5%) percent salary differential.
- HCU employees who work between 6:00 pm and 7:00 am receive a shift differential of $3.00 per hour. The shift must start at 2:00 pm or later and applies to hours actually worked between 6:00 pm and 7:00 am.
- An IT Technician required to return to work or return to work on a day not regularly scheduled and work four (4) hours or more in a shift receive shift differential at the following rates:
- 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm shift - $6.50 per shift
- 11:00 pm to 7:00 am shift - $9.00 per shift
- OE3 employees who work four (4) hours or more in a shift receive shift differential at the following rates:
- 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm shift - $6.50 per shift
- 11:00 pm to 7:00 am shift - $9.00 per shift
Assigned personnel shall receive on-call pay of six dollars and fifteen cents ($6.15) per hour for each hour served on on-call duty. Assigned personnel become ineligible for on-call pay once activated to call back status.
Assigned Animal Control Officers receive on-call pay of two dollars and seventy-five cents ($2.75) per hour from the time they are released from active duty but not before the regular conclusion of shift, until they are back on active duty or the Animal Control workday starts. For each call back, the Animal Control Officers receive overtime pay from the time they leave their home until the time they return to their home or commence their workday.
CALL BACK PAY
Call-back compensation shall be paid for one and one-half (1½) hours at straight-time rates for each call-back occurrence and is in lieu of any travel time and expense to and from home and the first or last work contact point.
UNIFORM ALLOWANCE
Animal Control Officers receive an annual uniform allowance of five hundred dollars ($500.00). Fifty percent (50%) of the allowance is payable during the period of July through December and fifty percent (50%) is payable January through June of each fiscal year.
Fire Prevention Inspectors receive an annual uniform allowance of seven hundred dollars ($700.00). Fifty percent (50%) of the allowance is payable during the period of July through December and fifty percent (50%) is payable January through June of each fiscal year.
An annual uniform allowance of one hundred fifty dollars ($150) each fiscal year paid twice a year in January and July will be provided for the purchase of boots, coats, shirts, hats, uniforms, gloves, gators (snake proof), overalls or coveralls. Items of clothing will reflect the County logo or wording identifying the employee as a County employee. This section applies only to the following classifications: Appraiser, Building Inspector, Environmental Health Specialist, Planner, Solid Waste Technician, Solid Waste Specialist, Junior/Assistant/Associate Engineers, Engineering Technicians, Land Surveyors, Code Compliance Investigators and Agriculture & Air Pollution Inspector.
A uniform allowance of four hundred dollars ($400) per fiscal year paid twice a year July and January each fiscal year will be provided for the purchase of prescription safety glasses, safety boots, a safety coat, shirts with a County seal replica, trousers, hats and gloves.
Employees in the Road Operations Division, Skilled Trades and Maintenance Division who require corrective lenses for the normal execution of their job duties receive reimbursement towards safety glasses every two years.
Salary : $3 - $9
