Road Maintenance Person

Johnson County • Iowa City, IA

6d • $24 - $29

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs manual labor and operates equipment in a wide range of highway maintenance and construction activities. Duties may vary in accordance with seasonal, climatic, or program conditions. Knowledge of: Basic mechanical principles Safe operation of specialized equipment Basic safe work practices Ability to: Operate medium to heavy trucks, trailers, tractors and attachments, mowers, loaders, motor graders, backhoes, hydraulic excavators, dozers or other equipment normally used in highway construction or maintenance including auxiliary or truck mounted attachments Operate acetylene, arc welding, wire welding and plasma cutting equipment Operate assigned equipment safely and in conformance with manufacturer’s recommendations Be on-call in emergency conditions Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner Keep accurate records Understand and follow written and oral directions Perform manual labor (moderate to heavy) for extended periods of time Work in unfavorable weather conditions Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing biases Handle low to moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position Lift, move, carry, push and/or pull up to approximately 50 to 100 pounds Stand, sit, bend, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, and crawl Have clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication Have sufficient vision which permits production and review of a wide variety of materials both electronic and hardcopy forms Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and hand tools with moderate to heavy use and make handwritten notations Occasionally carry out duties with limited supervision Work overtime as needed MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: High school graduate or equivalent. Employment experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis for each year of required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years. Six (6) months to one (1) year experience in the operation of some type of automotive equipment and in performing semi-skilled maintenance or construction tasks desired. Special requirements: Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and insurable under county liability coverage. May be required to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License. Within six months of hire, must reside in Johnson County or within a twenty-five-mile radius of the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. SPECIFIC DUTIES: to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Perform manual labor and operate equipment in a wide range of highway construction and maintenance activities such as but not limited to: Plowing snow Spreading salt and sand on roadway surfaces for winter roadway maintenance Hauling and spreading rock on roadway surfaces Maintaining roadside vegetation using various treatment methods including but not limited to mechanical, mowing, burning, chemical application, and competitive seeding Hauling equipment and/or materials in trucks or trucks with trailers Performing traffic control duties including sign installation and flagging Surface maintenance of pavements including patching with asphaltic cement, concrete and/or Portland cement concrete, and crack sealing Cleaning up debris within road right-of-ways Operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely, and in conformance to regulations and directions. Perform preventative maintenance functions and repairs on Secondary Roads equipment. Secure county property to prevent theft. Responsible for proper safety devices, equipment and signs on construction and maintenance projects. Assist in fabrication, inspection adjustment, repair or replacement of worn out or defective parts of equipment. Train employees in the operation of specified equipment in accordance with safety practices as needed. Participate in training and work-related meetings as requested. Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreement and safety practices. Attend work regularly at the designated place and time. Supplemental Description FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: 5 Compensation Grade Gr- Secondary Roads- RMP, Engineering Aide, Signperson Our Mission: "To enhance the quality of life for people of Johnson County by providing exceptional public services in a collaborative, responsive and fiscally accountable manner.” Johnson County prioritizes the health and well-being of its employees by offering a competitive total compensation package within the local government sector. The County makes a significant investment in employee benefits and is pleased to provide offerings including Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement Systems (IPERS), ISave 529, Public Loan Forgiveness, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a Deferred Compensation plan with County matching for eligible employees. These benefits empower County employees to care for themselves and their families, fostering a sense of security that enables them to focus on effectively serving the public. Employees often find the generous paid time off—encompassing vacation time, sick days, personal days, holidays, and paid parental leave—particularly appealing. The County shares the costs of many benefits with employees, and some benefits are provided at no cost to the employee. Well-known reliable carriers for medical, dental, vision, life, and LTD. Click to view more about our Employee Benefits and Johnson County. You can’t be considered unless you apply! Underrepresented individuals may be less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet all requirements and can perform every job responsibility. We are most interested in finding the best candidate. We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and apply for consideration. It is the policy of Johnson County to afford equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, or pregnancy, and to provide equal opportunities to disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam era, other veterans, and individuals with a disability, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Johnson County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources. Human Resources Department Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 913 S. Dubuque Street, Suite 240 Iowa City, Iowa 52240 Phone: [phone] Email Human Resources

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Basic mechanical principles Safe operation of specialized equipment Basic safe work practices
• Ability to: Operate medium to heavy trucks, trailers, tractors and attachments, mowers, loaders, motor graders, backhoes, hydraulic excavators, dozers or other equipment normally used in highway construction or maintenance including auxiliary or truck mounted attachments Operate acetylene, arc welding, wire welding and plasma cutting equipment Operate assigned equipment safely and in conformance with manufacturer’s recommendations Be on-call in emergency conditions Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner Keep accurate records Understand and follow written and oral directions Perform manual labor (moderate to heavy) for extended periods of time Work in unfavorable weather conditions Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing biases Handle low to moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position Lift, move, carry, push and/or pull up to approximately 50 to 100 pounds Stand, sit, bend, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, and crawl Have clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication Have sufficient vision which permits production and review of a wide variety of materials both electronic and hardcopy forms Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and hand tools with moderate to heavy use and make handwritten notations Occasionally carry out duties with limited supervision Work overtime as needed
• High school graduate or equivalent. Employment experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis for each year of required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
• Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and insurable under county liability coverage.
• May be required to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License.
• Within six months of hire, must reside in Johnson County or within a twenty-five-mile radius of the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office.

Nice To Haves

• Six (6) months to one (1) year experience in the operation of some type of automotive equipment and in performing semi-skilled maintenance or construction tasks desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor and operate equipment in a wide range of highway construction and maintenance activities such as but not limited to: Plowing snow Spreading salt and sand on roadway surfaces for winter roadway maintenance Hauling and spreading rock on roadway surfaces Maintaining roadside vegetation using various treatment methods including but not limited to mechanical, mowing, burning, chemical application, and competitive seeding Hauling equipment and/or materials in trucks or trucks with trailers Performing traffic control duties including sign installation and flagging Surface maintenance of pavements including patching with asphaltic cement, concrete and/or Portland cement concrete, and crack sealing Cleaning up debris within road right-of-ways
• Operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely, and in conformance to regulations and directions.
• Perform preventative maintenance functions and repairs on Secondary Roads equipment.
• Secure county property to prevent theft.
• Responsible for proper safety devices, equipment and signs on construction and maintenance projects.
• Assist in fabrication, inspection adjustment, repair or replacement of worn out or defective parts of equipment.
• Train employees in the operation of specified equipment in accordance with safety practices as needed.
• Participate in training and work-related meetings as requested.
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreement and safety practices.
• Attend work regularly at the designated place and time.

Benefits

• Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement Systems (IPERS)
• ISave 529
• Public Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Deferred Compensation plan with County matching for eligible employees
• generous paid time off—encompassing vacation time, sick days, personal days, holidays, and paid parental leave
• medical, dental, vision, life, and LTD

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees