Maintenance Worker 2

DESCRIPTION

The Union County Engineer is now hiring a full-time Maintenance Worker 2 to work in the Engineer Operations Division. Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker 2 operates various motorized vehicles utilized in construction and maintenance; performs duties of Maintenance Worker 1; performs unskilled and semiskilled labor in the construction and repair of roads, ditches, culverts, bridges, guardrails, etc.; performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities; performs other related duties as required.

If you meet the requirements below and would like to join our Engineer Operations Team, you don't want to miss this outstanding opportunity! Apply TODAY!

QUALIFICATIONS

An example of acceptable qualifications:
Completion of secondary education or equivalent; one (1) year experience operating construction equipment; ability to interpret maps and street signs, understand general instructions, and perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time in adverse weather conditions; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid Ohio Class A CDL driver's license, tanker endorsement optional and maintain insurability under the County's vehicle insurance policy.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Rollers, loader, asphalt distributor aggregate spreader, dump truck, snow plow, salt spreader, tractor/mower/broom, rotary ditcher, side arm mower, semi truck.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms (e.g., manlifts, fire trucks).; is exposed to possible injury from extremely noisy conditions above 85 db; is exposed to possible injury as a result of working with moving mechanical parts of equipment or machines; works in or around crowds; has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; works second shift, third shift, irregular hours; works rotation shift.

Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered heavy work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

(1) Operates asphalt distributor, front-end loader, sidearm mower/ditcher, dump truck or semi-truck with trailer and other related equipment in the construction, maintenance and repair of county roads, culverts, bridges, ditches, guardrails, etc.; uses hand and power tools (e.g., cutting torch, power saws, power drills, vibrators, jacks, etc.) to perform related semi-skilled labor in performance of assigned duties (e.g., builds concrete forms, places reinforcing steel, pours concrete, lays block, repairs/installs guardrails, performs steel, wood and concrete bridge work, installs signs and pavement markings, etc).

(2) Performs duties of Maintenance Worker 1.

(3) Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment in accordance with preventative maintenance program (e.g., checks fluid levels, lubricates equipment, cleans and washes trucks, plows and equipment, etc.).

(4) When assigned, acts as a working crew leader to lead other maintenance workers on specific projects (e.g., assigns tasks, provides direction and ensures work complies with established standards, etc.).

(5) Completes daily time sheets (e.g., researches activity functions, etc.); responds to routine public inquiries in a courteous manner.

(6) Maintains required licensures and certification.

(7) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

(8) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(9) Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS

(*indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of: County, Department, and Division goals and objectives; *County, Department, and Division policies and procedures; *personnel rules and regulations; road and bridge construction, maintenance and repairs;* safety practices and procedures;* organizational policies and procedures*; basic vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs;* snow and ice removal.

Skill in: Motor vehicle operation, carpentry.

Ability to: develop and maintain effective working relationships; perform job safely; perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time in adverse conditions; maintain records according to established procedures; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; understand general instructions; interpret maps and road signs; communicate effectively; safely operate job related equipment.

POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: None