Laborer II

Baltimore County•Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

A Vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Utilities. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from this list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You must attach your license(s) and DOT Card to your application. Out of state applicants failing to submit proof of Drivers' License and DOT card will result in your application not being considered.

Requirements

Possession of a valid license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland driver's license.
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application.
Possession of a current Medical Examiner's Certificate in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations is required at the time of application.
All licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment.
Applicants are required to submit proof of their drivers' license at time of application.
Applicants with a license other than a Maryland drivers' license must submit a current copy of their driving record at the time of application.
Failure to submit proof of License and DOT card may result in your application not being considered.
Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as submitted on their application and supplemental questionnaire.
Applicants are advised to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be required to demonstrate their ability to operate a large dual wheel, single axle dump truck.
Employees in this classification may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice.
The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including, bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment.
Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as standing in traffic, working in trenches, and adverse weather.
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education certification and fingerprint checks.

Nice To Haves

Site Maintenance (Seeding, mowing, erosion control etc.)
Class A CDL with an Air Brake Endorsement
Current work experience operating a large dual wheel, single axle dump truck that includes performing manual labor tasks.

Responsibilities

Drives and operates single-axle, commercial weight vehicles and operates equipment.
Drives commercial weight, single-axle vehicles including dump, street flusher, water, sludge, and tool trucks, and refuse collection packers.
Salts and plows roads during snow emergencies.
Operates and tows equipment such as tractors with mowing or other attachments, forklifts, stump grinders, rubber tire loaders, and rollers.
Loads, unloads, or assists in loading and unloading equipment, tools, and materials.
Transports crews and/or materials to and from jobs.
Performs various manual labor tasks.
Is responsible for equipment and tools assigned to vehicle.
Installs special adapters and fixtures to equipment as work requires.
Performs preventive and routine maintenance on trucks and/or equipment.
Makes minor repairs to equipment and helps mechanics with major repairs as required.
Keeps simple records and logs.
Participates in safety related training including confined space and trench working conditions and the handling of hazardous materials.
Leads and instructs other workers.
Trains and assists in the operation of Equipment Operator level and unfamiliar Laborer II level equipment and vehicles.
Performs other related duties as required.