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Road Maintenance Technician III (Paving Operator) **$2.5K Sign-On Bonus**
The Arapahoe County Road and Bridge Division is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team. You'll get the best training in the business and the support of an awesome team. You will work for a high-performing organization in which employees are encouraged to grow through professional development and increased responsibility. The ideal candidate will possess a desire to work hard every day towards team goals and to serve the community through this important work.
Anticipated hiring range for this position is $31.56 - $34.40 dependent upon qualifications and experience
Benefits of working for Arapahoe County Road and Bridge:
Annual, performance-based salary increases.
Promotional opportunities
Training and development to help you grow in your career.
Competitive pay and benefits package, including excellent leave benefits that help maintain strong work/life balance:15 days (120 hours) of paid vacation per year
13 paid holidays (104 hours) and 3 additional floating holiday (24 hours) per year
12 days (96 hours) of paid sick leave per year
3-day weekends! Work schedule of Monday-Thursday, 10 hours/day (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM) is routine unless weather or other business needs arise.
Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan – see benefits tab for more detail.
Uniforms and laundry service provided.
All PPE provided including a $200 per year allowance for steel toe or composite boots.
On-call pay ($20/day)
CDL training provided.
*** $2,500 signing incentive for new employees hired into this position!*** The signing incentive will be paid in three installments during the first year of employment. This incentive is for new County employees hired into this position; current Arapahoe County employees are not eligible.
This position operates our paver during paving season which is typically from April- October every year. Thorough inspection of the paver each day, cleaning of the paver, and proficiently can operate the paver in all situations. This position will also be proficient in a variety of skilled maintenance from shouldering, asphalt patching, and snow removal. Provides regular training to Road Maintenance Technicians 1 and 2. RMT 3 assignments vary and include the grading of county gravel roads, pulling road shoulders, asphalt paver operations and rolling, major patchwork operations, driving/hauling materials, and snowplow duty with assigned responsibilities for the use of specific equipment during the above-mentioned operations. Work is performed in a high performing, team-oriented environment with a commitment to quality results.
Operates equipment such as, large frontend loader, milling machine loader attachment, scraper, dozer, excavator, motorgrader, backhoe, semi tractor trailer with lowboy, material screener, material stacker, material crusher, reclaimer, shoulder machine, and paint truck.
May also operate equipment such as skid steer, tandem axle dump truck, asphalt patch truck, asphalt patch roller, forklift, plate tamper, asphalt slab saw, hand mower, wood chipper, thermal applicator for durable paint markings, and follow truck for long line roadway painting, highway mower, mini excavator, large asphalt roller, street sweeper, small front end loader, class “A” CDL vehicles, semi tractor trailer, semi tanker trailer, asphalt paver screed, skid steer attachments (mill, broom, stump grinder), soil compactor, paint gun operation for long line roadway painting, and sign making printer, cutter, and computer software.
Performs on-site project leadership duties, including:Obtains utility locates for assigned projects.
Provides supervisor with information for the daily work input in an accurate and timely manner.
Responsible for jobsite organization, quality of completed project, and daily production to meet performance goals.
Provides recommendations for scheduling daily projects and proper use of equipment.
Assigns and directs work of other Road Maintenance Technicians at the direction of the Lead/Supervisor.
Plows or removes snow from streets and other public thoroughfares, loads deicing material into trucks, and spreads deicing material onto the roadway with tandem axle truck. Works on an on-call basis for winter storm duty and other emergency conditions. Shiftwork for snowstorms and other emergency events may require 12-hour shifts or longer based on the severity of the storm/event.
Trains Road Maintenance Technicians 1 and 2 on the proper use of equipment and job responsibilities.
Trains and performs under direct supervision the duties and responsibilities of a Lead Road Maintenance Technician. Occasionally performs these duties as an on-the-job developmental/training opportunity and when operational needs dictate.
Performs manual labor duties requiring the use of hand tools such as shovels, picks, rakes, chain saws, axes, hand saws, power drills, post hole diggers, up to a 90-pound jack hammer, cutting weeds, push mowers, weed eaters, side of roadways trash pickup, etc.
Performs the duties of a certified flagger within construction zones to control pedestrian and vehicle traffic by flagging and/or properly placing barricades. Assists with traffic control set up and removal at the start and end of each shift.
Properly maintains all assigned equipment. Performs daily pre- and post-equipment inspections to ensure that proper fluid levels, air pressure, and the overall safety and cleanliness of equipment is maintained at all times. Conducts CDL inspections on required vehicles according to Federal standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills, Abilities and Competencies: Knowledge in the operation and maintenance of all assigned equipment.
Knowledge of road construction methods, materials, and specifications.
Knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and practices.
Grader operators must have the ability to read and interpret grade stakes.
Ability to perform strenuous manual labor as required for extended periods of time.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to receive and attend on-the-job training.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with supervisors, other employees, and the general public.
Ability to train and direct the work of other staff in the absence of the supervisor and as operational needs dictate.
Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):
Accountability
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Integrity
Education and Experience:High school graduation or GED equivalent is required.
Three (3) years of experience performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled general construction or road maintenance duties using various pieces of light equipment is required. Examples of light equipment include but are not limited to highway mower, mini excavator, large asphalt roller, street sweeper, small front end loader, class “A” CDL vehicles, semi tractor trailer, semi tanker trailer, asphalt paver screed, skid steer attachments (mill, broom, stump grinder), soil compactor, paint gun operation for long line roadway painting, or sign making printer, cutter, and computer software.
Experience performing on-site project leadership functions or serving as a team lead or supervisor is preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience that satisfy the requirements of the job may be considered.
Necessary Special Requirements:Pre-employment testing includes an acceptable current motor vehicle check, background check, physical capabilities examination, and a drug screen.
Possession of a valid Colorado CDL Class “B” driver’s license with tanker endorsement at the time of hire.
Possession of a valid Colorado CDL Class “A” driver’s license with tanker endorsement or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
Ability to obtain flagger certification within 10 days of appointment. Flagger training is provided.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:Position requires exposure to all weather conditions, high noise levels, dust, fumes and other road traffic conditions.
Work is performed primarily outdoors often in extreme weather conditions and rough terrain. Work will be required for winter storm duty and other emergency conditions on an on-call basis or during evenings, weekends, on-call, or irregular hours.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.Heavy manual labor in and out of doors is typical with this position including the regular use of a variety of equipment and hand tools as noted above.
Spends 20% of the time sitting and 80% of the time either upright or walking.
Frequently lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 80 lbs.
Uses cart dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 80 lbs.
Occasionally lifts and operates a 90-pound jack hammer.
Frequently stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing work duties in both an outdoor and indoor setting.
Verbal and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, etc.
Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of machinery, equipment, and tools in a field setting.
Visual capacity enabling constant operations and safe use of equipment and vehicles.
Definitions:
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
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7584 S Rosemary Cir, Centennial, CO 80112, USA
$25-38/hour
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