This posting has been re-opened and if you have already applied, you are still being considered and will not be able to apply to this posting again.

This position is being posted as both a Road Maintenance Technician I and II. Candidates will be considered for the highest level for which they qualify.

• The salary range for a Road Maintenance Technician I is $16.91- $25.35 however, starting minimum payrate is $21.13 per hour.
• The salary range for a Road Maintenance Technician II is $20.47 - $30.68 however, starting minimum payrate is $22.96 up to $25.57 per hour depending upon experience and qualifications.

• 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:
  1. 15 days (120 hours) of paid vacation per year
  2. 13 paid holidays (104 hours) and 1 additional floating holiday (8 hours) per year
  3. 12 days (96 hours) of paid sick leave per year
  4. 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 steel toe boots.
• On-call pay ($20/day)
• CDL training provide.

The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non essential or marginal duties that may be required. The County reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of the job at any time.

Road Maintenance Technicians I and II perform similar functions, with the Road Maintenance Technician II operating specific equipment on a routine and regular basis and training Road Maintenance Technician I staff on the operation of such equipment.

Operates equipment such as 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.

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/chase truck for long line roadway painting.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Road Maintenance Technician II only: Train Road Maintenance Technicians I on the proper use of certain equipment and job responsibilities. Trains and operates under supervision on the proper use of Road Maintenance Technician III equipment such as asphalt paver, large front end 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. Occasionally performs these duties as an on-the-job developmental/training opportunity and when operational needs dictate.

Performs other duties as assigned.


Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Knowledge of road construction methods, materials, and specifications is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and practices is preferred.
• Ability to operate and maintain assigned highway construction equipment and light equipment.
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor 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 with supervisors, other employees, and the general public.
• Ability to receive and attend training on equipment operations with applicable driver's licensing and endorsements.
  

Education and Experience:

• High school graduation or GED equivalent is required.
• One (1) year of work experience is required for the Road Maintenance Technician II. No work experience is required for the Road Maintenance Technician I. A Road Maintenance Technician III requires three (3) years of relevant work experience.
• 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 is preferred but not required. Ability to obtain a Colorado CDL Class "B" within six months of hire is required.
• Road Maintenance Technician II only: Possession of a valid Colorado CDL Class "A" driver's license with tanker endorsement at the time of hire is preferred but not required. Ability to obtain a Colorado CDL Class "A" within six months of hire may be required.
• Ability to obtain flagger certification within 10 days of appointment. Flagger training is provided.

• 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.
• Please list any special physical demands associated with this position. For instance, exposure to hazardous environments, blood borne pathogens, extreme heat/cold, use of power equipment or machinery, wearing of PPE (personal protective equipment).