Highway Maintenance Worker - Shakopee, United States - Scott County, MN

Description

Salary :
$56, $66,933.00 AnnuallyLocation : Jordan, MN

Job Type:
Full Time

Job Number:
Division: Transportation ServicesDepartment: Highway Operations
Opening Date: 05/16/2024

Closing Date:
Continuous


FLSA:

Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: 310Job SummaryThe eligible register developed from this posting may be used to fill future FT and PT vacancies within this classification.

Position will be open until filled.

Performs skilled labor in operating heavy motorized equipment on construction, reconstruction, repair, snow removal, bituminous work, general labor work, flagging, and assisting other workers on jobs related to the maintenance of County roadways, bridges, trails, and natural spaces.

Work includes weekends, nights, and holidays as required by weather and maintenance conditions. Essential Duties Maintains County roadways by grading, shaping, cleaning roads/ditches/shoulders, and drainage structures.

Operates such equipment as, but not limited to, single axle and tandem trucks, front end loaders, backhoes, motor graders, skid-steers, and tractors with mowers.

Plows and wings snow and applies ice control materials including, assessing road and weather conditions to determine appropriate application rates.

Performs seasonal road repair work, such as digging out frost boils, steaming open culverts, re-graveling roads, patching, culvert repair/replacement, sweeping shouldering, erosion control, concrete repair, etc.

Reports any equipment malfunction and makes proper equipment checks before each day's operation. Follows appropriate equipment reviews prior to use and fills out required paperwork, including operations records. Performs minor equipment repairs, assists mechanics when asked.
Sets up and maintains temporary traffic control devices in work zones. May assist in the installation of permanent traffic control devices.
Assists with County roadway construction and maintenance activities and operations, including assisting other Public Works departments, as needed.
Installs and repairs signs, guardrails, and mailboxes.
Inspects and performs spraying and removal of trees, weeds, and brush, including safe and appropriate operation of chain saws.
Provides technical guidance on specialized maintenance activities and assists in training of other employees.
Answers questions from the general public regarding maps, present snow plow cool program, etc.
Inspects and oversees crack filling and seal coating contractors' work on highways; prepares estimates and quantities for engineer.
Prepares animal removal contract and obtain quotes.
Leads field crew as crew chief as assigned; provides guidance, training, and checks work of seasonal employees.
Operate laser level to set grades for culverts, ditches, and shoulders.
Ability to interpret and utilize highway plan sets and right of way plats to complete projects.
Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.
Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Requires equivalency of high school graduation and four years of work experience related to the construction and maintenance of roadways.

Two additional years of experience in the workforce may substitute for high school diploma/GED. Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with airbrake endorsement. Must obtain Class A CDL and tanker endorsement within one year of hire.

Preference given for experience with bituminous, concrete, and pipe repair; snow and ice control; operating tandem-axel trucks w/plows, skid-steer loaders, and backhoes; and for MnDOT technical certifications.

A pre-employment DOT drug test (in accordance with Part 382) is required. Selection ProcessSelection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to the hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.
Note

• Intermittent, Temporary, and PT positions less than 20 hrs per week are not eligible for benefits.

Benefits:
(Benefit offerings can and do change on occasion.)

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub at Health Insurance - Four-tier plan option available Dental Insurance - Four-tier plan option available Life Insurance Flexible (Pre-Tax) Spending Accounts Post-Retirement Health Care Savings Plan Long-Term Disability 11 paid holidays annually Paid Time Off (PTO) or Vacation & Sick Leave Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program PERA (Public Employee's Retirement Association) Retirement Plans On-Site Occupational Health Nurse Active Health & Safety Teams, Committees, and ProgramsOther great benefits available:

Short-Term Disability Credit Union Membership Deferred Compensation Plans Minnesota Benefit Association Vision Plan Scott County Employees Association Spirit of Scott Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Training OpportunitiesScott County has adopted a Total Rewards philosophyScott County is an employer of choice, supporting, encouraging, and engaging employees through focused employee investments and workplace programs and offerings that promote and foster individual and organizational well-being.

The net result of this philosophy is public service excellence.

Our goal is to address the multiple facets of employee well-being via 6 different program delivery "buckets." These buckets encompass different topic areas, benefits, and initiatives that the County invests in to achieve Total Rewards.

These buckets include physical health, workplace social/belonging, work/life balance, financial security, training and development, and emotional health.

You can read more about the 6 buckets 01 Please select the answer that best describes your level of education:
No High School Diploma or G.E.D. High School Graduate or possess a G.E.D.

Less than 1 yr of college or technical school 1 or more but less than 2 yrs college or technical school Associate's Degree 2 or more but less than 3 yrs college 3 or more but less than 4 yrs college Bachelor's Degree Schooling beyond Bachelor's level 02 Please select the answer that best describes your experience (including all related jobs in your career) with the construction and/or maintenance of roadways:
No Experience Up to 6 months 6 to 11 months 12 to 23 months 24 to 35 months 36 to 47 months 48 to 59 months 60 to 71 months 72 to 83 months 84 to 95 months 96 to 107 months 108 to 119 months 120 or more months 03 Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question: 04 Do you possess a valid Class A or Class B driver's license with airbrake endorsement? Yes No 05 Please select the answer that best describes your experience (including all related jobs in your career) in concrete repair: No Experience Up to 6 months 6 to 11 months 12 to 23 months 24 to 35 months 36 to 47 months 48 to 59 months 60 to 71 months 72 to 83 months 84 to 95 months 96 to 107 months 108 to 119 months 120 or more months 06 Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question: 07 Please select the answer that best describes your experience (including all related jobs in your career) in pipe repair: No Experience Up to 6 months 6 to 11 months 12 to 23 months 24 to 35 months 36 to 47 months 48 to 59 months 60 to 71 months 72 to 83 months 84 to 95 months 96 to 107 months 108 to 119 months 120 or more months 08 Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question: 09 Please select the answer that best describes your experience (including all related jobs in your career) in bituminous repair: No Experience Up to 6 months 6 to 11 months 12 to 23 months 24 to 35 months 36 to 47 months 48 to 59 months 60 to 71 months 72 to 83 months 84 to 95 months 96 to 107 months 108 to 119 months 120 or more months 10 Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question: 11 Please select the answer that best describes your experience (including all related jobs in your career) with snow/ice control: No Experience Up to 6 months 6 to 11 months 12 to 23 months 24 to 35 months 36 to 47 months 48 to 59 months 60 to 71 months 72 to 83 months 84 to 95 months 96 to 107 months 108 to 119 months 120 or more months 12 Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question: 13 Please indicate equipment you have operated in a work setting: (Check all that apply)

Tandem-axel truck Plow Skid-steer loader Backhoe None of the above 14 Please list any MnDOT technical certifications that you possess: 15 Is there anything else you want to add that is pertinent to this position? Required Question