Public Works Service Worker III - Road & Bridge

Weld County Government•Greeley, CO

4d•$29 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Perform as part of a team to build and maintain roadways and bridges throughout Weld County while operating heavy or light construction equipment. This position may be assigned to any division as needed in Public Works. The role includes field work (80%), administration (10%), and other duties as assigned (10%). The employee performs construction and repair work, including manual labor, equipment operation, reporting and recording data, and assisting with emergency and inclement-weather operations. The position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience as an equipment operator, with working knowledge of tools and light and heavy equipment used for county road maintenance.
Valid Colorado Class A CDL with tanker endorsement, or ability to obtain it within the specified timeframe agreed upon hire.
Ability to be MSHA certified.
Working knowledge of road and bridge construction and demonstrated proficiency in two of the following: tracked hydraulic excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader, scraper, tandem axle truck, asphalt paver, backhoe (smaller than a John Deere 510), compaction equipment, skid steer, and motor grader.
Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the public, respond to official inquiries, and make entries in reports and records.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one situations with the public, subordinates, and supervisors.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including adding and subtracting two-digit numbers and multiplying and dividing with 10s and 100s, using units of money, weight, measurement, volume, and distance.
Ability to follow detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions, use common-sense judgment, make day-to-day decisions without supervisory guidance, and address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Must pass a background check and pre-employment substance use screening, and participate in random substance use screening.
Must pass a post-offer physical demands evaluation compatible with the position.
Regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift or move 50-plus pounds up to 110 pounds; and occasionally move or pull up to 180 pounds.
Must be able to perform the described physical activities, including frequent standing, walking, or squatting; occasional climbing, crawling, stooping, kneeling, carrying, or overhead reaching; and regular hand, wrist, arm, and grasping movements.

Responsibilities

Perform semi-skilled and skilled work operating heavy equipment, machinery, trucks, and tools for construction and repair activities, as well as manual labor.
Build and maintain roadways and bridges throughout Weld County.
Work without direction or immediate supervision when required, follow detailed instructions and direction from senior employees, and complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
Communicate verbally by radio and interact courteously and helpfully with the public.
Use basic computer skills to report and record data according to departmental requirements.
Read, write, and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and the public.
Respond to and work extraordinary hours during emergency events.
Assist with snow and other inclement-weather operations.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.